Woolworths

Operations Manager - Christchurch Fresh DC

• Foster a collaborative team culture that emphasises meaningful connections, ensuring every team member feels valued and empowered 
• Unique opportunity to work Monday to Friday
• Christchurch Fresh DC

Welcome to Primary Connect

Primary Connect is the most extensive food and retail supply chain network in Australia and New Zealand. Our 10,000-strong team are an essential part of the expansive Woolworths Group, which encompasses Woolworths Supermarkets and Metro stores, BIG W, Countdown NZ, Quantium, and more. With us, your possibilities are not limited to a single opportunity. 

Our extensive reach opens up boundless opportunities for learning, growth, and professional development. By raising your hand, fostering relationships, and seizing the moment, you can take control of your own unique path.

About the Role | Mō te Tūranga

• Oversee all Distribution Centre (DC) functions including business performance, safety, service level and financial expectations, with a huge emphasis on people and team culture.
• Manage the operation to ensure delivery in full, on time and error free and provide leadership to the operation.
• Meet safety, operational, people, customer and financial performance expectations  
• Manage and monitor operational KPI’s to ensure resource planning is within budget and meets volume forecasts
• Build a high performance team promoting engagement, and fostering open communication that leads to a more motivated and effective workforce, ultimately contributing to better service and responsiveness for customers.
• Sponsor and lead change initiatives within the DC, including partnering with support functions throughout Primary Connect and other business units in the Woolworths Group 
• Demonstrate our values and ways of working
  

About You | Mōu

• Success in a similar operational leadership role in FMCG, DC Distribution, Store Retail, Supply Chain or Manufacturing operations
• Proven team leadership experience with genuine care and respect for people 
• Engaging & supportive people leadership style that involves collaboration with a wide circle of people across the organisation
• Commercial acumen
• Planning, prioritisation and problem solving skills
• Experienced at leading and implementing change
• Knowledge of relevant OH&S and RTW legislation 
• Incident investigation experience (ICAM preferred)

What you’ll experience

Everything we do is driven by a culture of care for our team, customers, and community. 

• We create a thriving team experience through a culture of belonging that champions safety and wellbeing for our people and partners.
• We’re a team-first organisation. We’ll equip you with the necessary training for success in your role, and provide continuous career development and learning opportunities. 
• Opportunity to be part of a team where your leadership can make a real impact. 
• We offer competitive remuneration and access to a number of employee benefits.
• A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including a competitive leave policy and 24/7 access to the Sonder app.

Endless possibilities with Woolworths Group

We’re a proud part of the Woolworths Group – 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives working together connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ 

Here you’ll be supported and empowered to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. Backed by a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and the support to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.

We encourage all candidates to apply; please let us know in your application if we can support you with any adjustments in the hiring process.

Platinum Tier Employer - Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQ+ inclusion

Employer of Choice for Gender Equality - Workplace Gender Equality Agency.