Head of Logistics, Supply Chain & Distribution

Heinemann -
Sydney NSW

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Job Details

8 hours ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Employee discount

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
SAP
WMS
Business Administration
Business
Food safety
Leadership
Negotiation

Full Job Description

Head of Logistics, Supply Chain & Distribution

As the Head of Logistics, Supply Chain & Distribution, you will oversee the end to end logistics and supply chain operations for Heinemann Oceania while also leading the distribution function, including full responsibility for its P&L performance.

You will partner closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficiency, commercial effectiveness, product availability, and operational excellence across multiple channels. You will lead a high performing team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure our logistics and distribution network supports both current business needs and strategic growth.

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Head of Logistics, Supply Chain & Distribution

Your new job includes

Logistics

Lead, inspire and develop a team of logistics professionals to achieve operational excellence, innovation and reliability.
Ensure logistics operations comply with customs, bonded warehouse, airport security and duty-free retail requirements while maintaining service and compliance standards.
Manage logistics KPIs, network mapping, load optimisation and routing to ensure cost effective operations.
Ensure compliance with all relevant WHS, customs, ATO, food safety, liquor licensing and regulatory requirements.
Maintain audit readiness, business continuity plans and effective risk management controls across logistics, warehousing and distribution operations.
Drive data-led decision making through robust reporting, analytics and performance monitoring.
Analyse performance data to ensure service levels are consistently met.
Prioritise resource allocation to support tactical and strategic business plans.
Strengthen supplier relationships and proactively resolve issues.
Ensure logistics strategy remains aligned to business priorities.

Supply Chain

Develop supply chain strategies that improve efficiency, service delivery and cost performance.
Achieve purchasing and supply chain objectives across delivery performance, inventory costs and category needs.
Drive sustainable supply chain initiatives through freight optimisation, waste reduction and responsible sourcing practices aligned with company objectives.
Manage supply chain operations within a highly regulated airport retail environment, ensuring compliance with customs, ATO and other regulatory obligations.
Implement strategic plans to drive productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
Oversee and drive forecasting improvements to anticipate business trends, customer behaviour, and volume spikes.
Lead Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes, partnering with Commercial, Category and Operations teams to align demand forecasts, inventory levels, promotional activity and business priorities.
Drive continuous optimisation of the supply chain in partnership with suppliers, freight forwarders and 3PL partners.
Leverage ERP, WMS and related systems to improve visibility, reporting, automation and operational performance across the supply chain network.
Own stock health, inventory accuracy and optimal stock coverage across all categories, including accountability for shrinkage, aged stock, write-offs, cycle counts and inventory controls.

Distribution

Full accountability for the Distribution P&L, including revenue, cost management, margin performance, and operational profitability.
Drive commercial decision making aligned to business objectives and financial targets.
Serve as the key touchpoint to manage all wholesale-related execution including order placement, shipment, and invoicing.
Optimise wholesale and distribution processes to support expansion, customer satisfaction and financial growth.
Ensure inventory availability, efficient replenishment and strong customer delivery performance across wholesale channels.

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What you should bring along

What you should bring along:

Previous experience in a similar role or capacity
Degree in Business Administration or equivalent
Strong commercial acumen, with experience managing or influencing a P&L (wholesale/distribution preferred)
Demonstrated leadership capability and proven success developing high‑performing teams
Strong supplier management experience and negotiation capability
Strong understanding of relevant legislation, regulatory requirements and compliance obligations.
Previous experience in managing Customs/ATO licensed premises
Strong knowledge of Liquor licence/Food Safety Standards
Proven experience auditing business processes, analysing risk and implementing mitigation plans.
Analytical/Excel, SAP/Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics skills required

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What you can be excited about

Competitive remuneration package

Active feedback culture

Attractive employee discounts

Subsidised parking

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