• Ongoing position
• Full time - 38 hours per week
• Located in Derrimut, VIC

Who we are

Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation. Our aim is to improve the lives of the most vulnerable people in Australia and across our region.

About the role

Reporting to the Merchandise Production and Allocation Manager, the role is responsible for all distribution centre operational processes, with a focus on stock movement.

Leading a team of licensed fork lift drivers, key tasks including stock receipting and despatch, supplying and clearing stock, rag and waste from the sorting area, picking stores orders and delivery and collection of product to local stores and partners.

The role is based in the Derrimut Distribution Centre and will support the Merchandise Production and Allocation Manager with the day-to-day operations of the national warehouse facility and work closely with the Merchandise Sorting Team Leader.

What you will bring:

• Demonstrated warehouse/logistics management experience (retail fashion or NFP experience desirable)
• Experience in managing a highly diverse workforce paid and volunteer workforce
• Demonstrated experience in managing change coupled with the proven ability to manage personal resilience during periods of change
• Demonstrated commercial mindset including the ability to evaluate risk versus outcomes
• Ability to operate effectively as part of broader team.

A driver's licence is a mandatory requirement of this position. 

Forklift licence not mandatory but desirable.

The benefits

Be part of one of the largest humanitarian organisations and know that the work contributes to improving outcomes for vulnerable people. Red Cross offers generous salary packaging benefits and flexible working arrangements.

Further information

Please ensure you attach a cover letter with your application highlighting how you meet the criteria for this position.

For further enquiries, please view the position description below or contact Brooke Sclater on 0422 577 115.

Position description:  Operations Team Leader - Retail.pdf

Applications for this position will close at 11:55pm on Wednesday, 17 June 2020.

Please apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may close advertising earlier.