About The Opportunity

We're working with an exciting retail start-up looking for an experienced Warehouse Manager to establish their warehouse operation ahead of launch.

This is a rare opportunity to build systems and processes from the ground up and make a lasting impact on the business.

Designing and setting up the new warehouse to support both retail and e-commerce operations.

Implementing warehouse processes, inventory controls and storage layouts to ensure an efficient operation.

Developing SOPs and documentation covering receiving, replenishment, fulfilment and stock management.

Recruiting, onboarding and setting up a warehouse team for a seven-day operation.

Establishing freight, courier and supplier relationships while ensuring the warehouse is ready for launch.

What You’ll Bring Experience setting up warehouses, distribution centres or greenfield operations from scratch.

Strong knowledge of warehouse systems, inventory management and operational workflows.

An understanding of how WMS and ERP systems integrate within a retail environment.

Experience across retail, e-commerce or omnichannel fulfilment operations.A hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic planning and day-to-day execution.

Strong communication and organisational skills, with experience building and leading warehouse teams.

What’s on Offer The chance to lead a genuine warehouse start-up project from day one.A high level of autonomy and ownership, working closely with senior leadership.

An opportunity to build systems, processes and a team that will shape the future of the business.

Be part of an exciting retail launch where your work will leave a lasting impact.

Flexibility to join on either a contract or fixed-term basis.

Next Steps? To keep things simple, we ask that all applications are submitted through this advert. We’ll review applications as they come in and be in touch.

For any questions give Henry Shaw a call on 027 326 7484 and quote Job ID: 18136 for a confidential chat.

To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.

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