HUB MANAGER – TIMARU


We are one of NZ’s top 40 business with a long history behind us. We are looking for a dynamic Hub Manager who can drive efficiency, strong team engagement and production needs.

• Competitive remuneration including free life, income and Trauma Insurance
• An opportunity to lead, influence, innovate and learn
Excellent career pathways with a stable and reliable employer

WHY BALLANCE?


Rewarding the great work of our team is important, which is why we offer a range of benefits for you and your family including:

• Free Life, Income and Trauma Insurance.
• Free Medical Insurance for you and your immediate family.
• Access to free confidential support services including EAP.
• On-going learning and development opportunities.
• Job security and excellent career progression opportunities.
Excellent Parental Leave benefits.

ABOUT THE ROLE


As the Timaru Hub Manager, you will play an integral part in creating the new possible. As a pivotal player in our Onshore Supply Chain team, you will have overall accountability for leading both the strategic and operational development of the Timaru Hub Site, with an emphasis on improving productivity, customer service, cost control, inventory management, health, safety and environmental performance, as well general site / plant maintenance.


In this role you will:

• Develop and implement Hub site strategy
• Take accountability for the operation of the site
• Project manage key site-specific infrastructure developments
• Create a culture of customer service excellence
• Demonstrably lead a proactive safety culture for site
• Support regional freight logistics
• Set and manage budgets
• Lead and develop highly engaged team members
Get your boots dirty and have significant opportunities for personal development

ABOUT YOU


Your strengths will lie in your strategy development and project management skills, with particular focus on planning, organising and executing. You will take ownership of your role and be driven to deliver.


To be considered for this role, you will have and be able to demonstrate the following:

• You will be a confident leader, be self-motivated and have the ability to think laterally.
• You will be adaptive and responsive to change and your ability to build strong relationships will be second to none.
Experience gained managing in a transport, warehousing, distribution or agricultural environment is preferred.

ABOUT US


We love New Zealand, and we care about our growth, our land, and our people. We work together to create a future we can all be proud of every day.
Our values of Imagination, Bravery, Connections and Honesty mean we look out for each other and stand for what we believe in. We take ownership for growing and developing ourselves and supporting and challenging each other so we can all reach our full potential.


Here at Ballance, you have a part to play. You can make your place and are free to make a real difference.
Together, we care about our people and our place, about the future of farming and New Zealand and we'd would love for you to join us – “Together, creating the best soil and food on Earth”.


APPLICATIONS CLOSE 22 SEPTEMBER 2024