Distribution Centre Manager - Ingleburn NSW

• Join our NSW Distribution Centre as the DC Manager
• Previous experience in Industrial Warehouse Operations and Supervision is essential
• On site role located in Ingleburn NSW, permanent position plus benefits

About us:



Schneider Electric's purpose is to create impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. At Schneider we call this Life Is On. Our Mission is to be the trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency.

About the opportunity:

Our Global Supply Chain (GSC) team are currently seeking a Distribution Centre Manager for a permanent position to be based in Ingleburn, NSW. The DC Manager is a leadership opportunity to manage our Distribution Centre and lead a high performing team.

Our Distribution Centre is recognized globally as a SMART Logistic platform, embedding some of the most advanced solutions and innovations. It covers 17,500M2 of storage capacity together with efficient and ergonomic equipment including a new fleet of Materials Handling Equipment and is a full Green SITE facility, servicing industries including mining, hospitals, utilities, and data centres.

Reporting to the Director of Logistics, DC Operations and Transport, the DC Manager is a key leadership role to ensure the on time delivery of materials from the receiving of goods to internal and external customers. The DC Manager will mentor a supervisory team of up to 10 on frontline shifts overseeing the day-to-day running of a DC Department and pivot to meet internal and external customer requirements, and objectives.

The DC Manager also leads the wider team of up to 170 employees and contractors to implement sustainable stock movement systems which includes managing inventory stock control within lean principles in line with key organizational performance indicators.

Key responsibilities:

• Communicate and drive activities from the strategic plan to ensure improvement targets are met
• Assist in the development of project teams to ensure strategic plan and continuous improvement activities are achieved
• Communication of direction, progress against production plan, initiatives, changes and successes
• Build and maintain working relationships at all levels to ensure harmonious industrial relations
• Implementation of processes into the Distribution Centre under SPS
• Ensure completion of work quality audits
• Drive and implement continuous improvement processes and plans

This is an on-site position, requiring attendance at our Ingleburn site 5 days a week.

About you:

This role requires a dynamic, results-oriented leader with a strong commercial mindset and a zero-harm approach to safety, together with the ability to execute quality systems and tools with precision.

You will have minimum 7 years of direct management experience of Distribution Centre preferably with similar electrical or highly regulated industrial warehousing operations. Your experience will be supported by a tertiary qualification in a Logistics or Business discipline or Cert III / IV in Front Line Management.

Key skills and experience:

• Demonstrated understanding and experience in quality and standards compliance
• SAP/ERP flows knowledge highly regarded
• Proven ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholder groups and strong commercial acumen
• A growth mindset through well-developed digital skills and a technical aptitude
• Exposure to Continuous Improvement, Lean, Kaizen, 5S and Six Sigma tools highly regarded
• Well-developed interpersonal skills coupled with the ability to promote Schneider Electric's commitment to safety and sustainability

• In-depth knowledge and practical application of Health Safety and Environment (HSE) practices and legislation
• Highly developed technical problem-solving capability complemented by an authentic and passionate customer-centric approach

All applicants must have working rights in Australia at the time of application and will be required to provide documented evidence if selected for Interview.

Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers via any method. If any candidates are submitted in an unsolicited manner, we will consider this as a direct candidate application to Schneider Electric and no fee will be payable.

Benefits of working for Schneider Electric:



The list is long but importantly we offer a competitive salary package, access to our employee share plan and salary continuance insurance. Additionally, we offer all our employees a chance to build your career within our global organization. With our game changing 'Open Talent Market' you have the opportunity to; work on global projects, explore future roles or establish a mentorship to grow your skills. The opportunities are at your fingertips.

• Flexibility at Work and Global Family Leave
• Option to participate in our Share Program, with discounts and company contribution for employees
• Potential opportunity to purchased further annual leave
• Discounts at major vendors such as Clipsal, JB-HiFi and Hoyts just to name a few through our employee rewards schemes
• Continuous training on Schneider products
• Exposure to a market leader in sustainability and automation
• Global support at your fingertips
• Working in a well-balanced team and inclusive environment

We're a great place to work but we are continually striving to be the best place to work, join us and see how!

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today!

36 billion global revenue
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150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
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