Careers at Linfox

Here at Linfox we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia’s biggest companies. Work with major customers in retail, healthcare, government and defence. Shape the future of logistics with industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability and efficiency. Create a career to be proud of. Expect all this and more when you join Linfox.

What does the job look like?

We are seeking a dynamic and commercially focused Distribution Centre Manager to lead our warehouse operations in Laverton North VIC. In this pivotal leadership role, you’ll be responsible for managing all aspects of the customer’s warehouse, ensuring safety, efficiency, and exceptional service delivery. You’ll drive continuous improvement, oversee financial performance, and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Key responsibilities:

• Lead and manage warehouse operations to achieve safe, timely, and cost-effective outcomes for Linfox and our customer.
• Drive continuous improvement by developing, reviewing, and updating warehouse procedures and business practices.
• Oversee P&L, budget, resource, and capital planning, delivering regular performance reporting and analysis.
• Build and maintain strong customer partnerships, meeting or exceeding service expectations and contractual KPIs.
• Support team development, succession planning, and goal alignment.
• Ensure compliance with safety, legislative, and quality standards, and champion a safe working environment.
• Act as the key point of communication between Linfox, customers, unions, employees, and contractors.

Are you the one?

If you thrive in a leadership role where operational excellence, financial acumen, and customer engagement are key, this opportunity is for you. You’ll bring:

• Several years’ experience in third-party logistics services, with direct staff supervision and customer service experience.
• Strong financial acumen and demonstrated P&L responsibility.
• Diploma of Logistics or Business (desirable) and a valid driver’s licence.
• Experience in reporting to senior managers and clients, and in managing workplace performance and culture.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, business management practices, and relevant legislation (OH&S, chain of responsibility, etc.).
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and mentor teams, driving positive outcomes and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and the Linfox Way values of Loyalty, Integrity, Fairness, and Trust.

At Linfox, we focus on providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where our people can perform at their best. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives; with people of diverse genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) encouraged to apply. .

Sound like you? Please click the apply button to submit your application and resume.

We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Linfox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Further information

You will be required to meet Linfox's employment criteria which will include but not be limited to a criminal history check and full medical with a drug and alcohol test.

To find out more about opportunities at Linfox, visit www.linfox.com/careers