We’re partnering with a long‑standing, family‑owned distribution business with a proud history and a reputation for doing things properly. Established for generations, this is an organisation where people genuinely matter - reflected in exceptionally low staff turnover and a culture built on trust, care and pride in the workplace.
As the business transitions its warehouse operations to a newly established Palmerston North site, they’re seeking a hands‑on Warehouse Manager to take ownership of daily operations and help shape the future of the facility.
The Role
This is a practical, involved Warehouse Manager role where you’ll lead a small team, safeguard product integrity, and ensure the warehouse runs efficiently, safely and compliantly. You’ll oversee a high‑volume, high‑SKU environment and play a key role in setting standards as the site becomes operational.
You’ll also act as a responsible steward of the property, ensuring the shared facility remains tidy, compliant and well managed while working confidently with auditors and co‑tenants.
Key Responsibilities
- End‑to‑end warehouse operations, including receiving, dispatch, storage and stock control
- Maintaining strong FIFO, batch integrity and stock accuracy across a large product range
- Ensuring high standards of Health & Safety and food safety compliance
- Operating forklifts (counterbalance and reach) and supporting stores work as required
- Identifying improvements to systems, efficiency and processes
About You
- 5+ years’ experience in warehouse operations, ideally within FMCG or food environments
- Strong understanding of food safety and Health & Safety requirements
- Confident with stock management, FIFO and batch‑controlled products
- SAP experience and current forklift licences (counterbalance and reach)
- Comfortable working in a small, fast‑paced team and dealing with auditors
Why Join?
- Stable, weekday role — no weekends
- Supportive, family‑oriented culture with very low staff turnover
- Quarterly profit share and a competitive salary
- Opportunity to help establish and influence a growing regional warehouse
- Work for a business that values loyalty, effort and doing things right
- Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm
(Availability required during Nov–Dec peak period)
How to Apply
If you’re a practical Warehouse Manager who values stability, pride in your work and a genuine team culture, we’d love to hear from you. Click APPLY to submit your application.
Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.
