Warehouse Operations Manager

Warehouse Operations Manager - Eastern Creek, NSW

We are Wesco!  We enable the connected world – you help turn on the lights.  

Why You’ll Love Wesco 

When you join Wesco Anixter you become part of a global leader in business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain management solutions. With our best-in-class product and services portfolio and our massive scale, there are endless opportunities for you to build your career with us. 

The Role

As the Operations Manager, you will oversee warehouse operations at a customer project site. You will recruit, onboard, and lead the team, monitor KPIs, and ensure service delivery through order fulfillment, inventory control, and continuity of operations.

• Systems & Services – Oversee multiple warehouse management systems and customer value‑added services
• Workplace Safety – Maintain a safe, secure, and inclusive facility with tour‑ready standards
• Team Leadership – Hire, train, coach, and mentor employees; manage performance and build strong morale
• Compliance & Standards – Ensure adherence to company policies, audit requirements, and ISO standards
• Financial Management – Manage expense‑based P&L, working capital, and contribute to annual budget planning
• Process Improvement – Drive efficiencies using LEAN methodologies and continuous improvement practices
• Facility Maintenance – Ensure preventative maintenance of equipment, racking systems, and warehouse infrastructure
• Customer Alignment – Match facility capacity to customer expectations; collaborate with sales and leadership on market strategy
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Partner with Project Services, Sales, Accounts, HR, and Finance to support operations

What’s in it for You 

Wesco is not just a job, but a company where you can learn, develop, and build your career!  

• A supportive environment to learn and further your career in an innovative company
• A culture that values recognition and internal progression
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Team-focused branch initiatives that foster collaboration
• Employee rewards, assistance, and referral programs
• A diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace

Education & Experience:

• 5+ years of operations experience, preferably in distribution center facilities
• Experience managing teams of individual contributors and/or indirectly supervising support staff

Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint)
• Strong communication skills in both group and individual settings
• Ability to handle multiple priorities with a high sense of urgency
• Financial acumen in P&L management, budgeting, and cost control
• Knowledge of LEAN methodologies and process optimization
• Commitment to workplace safety, compliance, and audit standard