Warehouse Supervisor

The Role

Blackwoods is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Warehouse Supervisor to lead our team and drive operational excellence across our Mt Isa Trade Store & Warehouse!

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys developing people, improving warehouse performance, and delivering outstanding customer outcomes. Managing a team of approximately four team members across two sites, you will play a critical role in ensuring inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, safe work practices, and strong commercial results.

We're looking for someone who can identify opportunities for improvement, investigate discrepancies, communicate effectively with customers and stakeholders, and lead a high-performing team in a close-knit, supportive environment.

If you are a practical and approachable leader who enjoys working with a diverse team environment; apply with us today!

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity on a Monday to Friday roster, based at our Blackwoods in Mount Isa City QLD.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a warehouse team of 4 team members
• Allocate resources effectively to achieve daily, weekly and monthly operational targets
• Drive a strong safety culture, including facilitating toolbox talks, safety stand-ups and WHS initiatives
• Oversee inventory management activities including cycle counting, stock allocation, stock rotation and inventory accuracy
• Investigate stock discrepancies and operational issues, providing timely solutions and clear communication to customers and stakeholders
• Coordinate warehouse operations including receiving, pick/pack, dispatch and inventory control to ensure service levels are achieved
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational performance and customer outcomes
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining a customer-focused approach
• Understand and manage the impact of logistics and warehouse operations on commercial performance

About You

You will have:

• Previous experience leading teams within a warehouse, logistics or distribution environment (multi-site experience is highly regarded)
• Strong inventory management experience, including cycle counting, stock allocation, stock rotation, and inventory control processes
• Proven ability to investigate discrepancies, analyse information and resolve issues effectively
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety, including leading toolbox talks and safety initiatives
• Strong planning, organisational and time management skills
• A positive leadership style with the ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture
• Understanding of how warehouse and logistics performance contributes to broader business and commercial outcomes

Why Blackwoods?

For candidates relocating to Mount Isa, an attractive relocation package is available, including access to a heavily subsidised four-bedroom home.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package plus incentives and Wesfarmers share plans
• Exclusive Team Member discounts across Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Bunnings
• Free OnePass membership and access to discounted offers from more than 400 retail partners
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including access to online training and career pathways
• Team events, recognition programs, awards and celebrations
• Employee Assistance Program providing counselling, coaching, financial advice, legal support and wellbeing services for you and your immediate family
• Refer-a-Friend program with rewards of up to $2,000 per successful referral
• Opportunity to purchase up to four additional weeks of annual leave
• Generous paid parental leave and other family-friendly benefits

About the Team

Our Mt Isa team is known for its supportive, down-to-earth culture. You'll join a close-knit group of people from all walks of life who value teamwork, honesty and getting the job done safely and efficiently. If you enjoy building strong relationships and leading by example, you'll feel right at home.

Next Steps

If you meet most of the criteria above and are excited by the opportunity to lead a team, drive operational performance and build your career with Blackwoods, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today. Suitable candidates will be contacted as applications are received.

As part of our recruitment process and commitment to safety, you may be required to undertake background checks, which may include a police check, pre-employment medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Blackwoods is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people living with disability.

OUR STORY

Blackwoods is Australia’s leading supplier of industrial and safety supplies. For over 140 years, we have supported businesses big and small with our range of over 300,000 products from the world’s best brands. From the Sydney Harbour Bridge to the railway and your local mechanic, we supply what our customers need when they need it, along with unparalleled expertise and service from our passionate team. 

With a national footprint of over 50 branches and 6 Distribution Centres, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Being a part of the Wesfarmers group, also means that we have endless opportunities to make a difference, so join us, and let’s help more people build a better Australia.