At CSR, we're building a better future together.
We are a team of 2,600 people across Australia and New Zealand, and we are all collaborating every single day towards a shared purpose - 'Building solutions for a better future'. As a leading Australian Manufacturing business, we're at the forefront of developing innovative, sustainable, and high performing building products and systems.
At CSR, we put people first. We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, supportive, and inclusive working environment that enables everyone to feel valued, grow and truly thrive. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for everyone and welcoming people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, abilities, and life stage.

About the role:
Join our team as Operations Manager for our Potters Interior Systems (an NZ Division of CSR) Auckland Distribution Centre, where you will lead the operations functions with a focus on delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and safety-oriented services. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring operational excellence that not only meets but exceeds industry standards, contributing significantly to our competitive advantage and supporting our strategic growth objectives.

• Operations Leadership: Direct the Auckland operations team to ensure the development and ongoing enhancement of safe, cost-effective, efficient, and high-quality warehousing and production operations.
• Inventory Management: Lead the inventory team to optimize the availability of finished goods, minimize slow-moving and obsolete stock, and maximize returns on working capital. This will have a regional and national focus.
• Corporate Responsibility and WHSE: Embody and champion CSR (Potter's) values throughout the organization. Implement and uphold safety management systems across all Auckland operations, promoting an Injury Prevention culture aimed at achieving a zero-harm environment. Ensure compliance with WHSE regulations according to the responsibility matrix.
• Quality Management: Design and maintain quality management systems and practices that align with customer expectations regarding delivery quality and lead-times. Policy and procedural improvements to be agreed and implemented at a national level where appropriate.
• Employee Engagement: Motivate and engage the workforce to drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost, and delivery metrics.

What you bring to the role:

• Minimum of 5-7 years in a similar role, ideally within a national or global corporate setting.
• Extensive experience in warehousing and logistics operations, including warehouse design, WMS systems, manual handling equipment, and load design/restraint regulations.
• Advanced skills in managing and improving inventory systems, with significant emphasis on SAP experience, forecasting, stock level optimization, and Distribution Resource Planning (DRP).
• Understanding of Operations/Logistics and Operations/Sales interfaces.
• Experienced in negotiating with suppliers of raw materials, engineering, and capital goods, as well as service providers like transport companies.

What we offer
We strive to support your professional and personal growth. Here are some of the perks you'll enjoy as part of the CSR team:

• Attractive salary and benefits, including access to exclusive discounts and offers.
• Supportive and collaborative culture that fosters innovation and inclusion. You'll be surrounded by talented colleagues who are passionate about their work and committed to helping each other succeed.
• Care and wellbeing offer with access to an employee assistance program.
• Rewarding career with on-the-job learning, development, and upskilling opportunities within and across our brands

How to Apply:
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As the Operations Manager, you will drive efficiency, optimise processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement to uphold our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our customers. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact and lead a dynamic team in shaping the future of our operations in Auckland.

To find out more about us, visit (potters.co.nz)
We have a strong commitment to workplace health and safety and the wellbeing of our people. Successful candidates will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screening and a background check.

Welcome to the Potters Interior Systems Team:
Potter Interior Systems are experts in the distribution of quality products and proven solutions to the commercial construction market throughout New Zealand. Our services include aluminium partitions, suspended ceiling grid and panels, insulation, passive fire protection, whiteboards, pinboards and acoustic wall coverings. See our products online or contact us today so we can work to build business together.