The Opportunity

Hydraulink Australia, a rapidly expanding hydraulic hose and fittings company is seeking a National Distribution Manager to work out of our main National Distribution site at Smithfield.

We are seeking a supply chain expert who is dedicated to operational excellence and results-driven performance. This individual will play a crucial role in optimizing our national distribution systems to deliver maximum value to our business, network, and customers.

Why join Hydraulink?  Check out what our team have to say about us!

• Hydraulink values employees, we are not just a number
• Great family culture, supportive colleagues and work environment
• Great national brand with a family feel
• Good career progression, Hydraulink promote within

We value our team members and are proud to offer:

• Great salary
• Great work culture and team spirit!
• Free parking
• Full training and a supportive team to help you succeed

Reporting to the General Manager Group Operations and IT you will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Managing the day-to-day operations of the Distribution Centre – optimising warehouse performance and the distribution network, improving inventory accuracy and workforce productivity
• Leading national distribution planning and execution, and overseeing the distribution network to dealers, end user customers, and our own branches, optimising cost-effective delivery, enhancing service levels, and ensuring product availability across multiple locations
• Collaborating with internal customers (procurement, sales, customer service, and state/branch managers) as well as external customers (logistics partnerships and distribution contracts) to ensure performance standards and cost targets are met and seamless end-to-end delivery is achieved
• Monitoring KPIs for warehousing and transport operations - continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and service levels, utilising Lean and Six-Sigma methodologies
• Developing a high-performing distribution warehouse team, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and customer focus
• Managing distribution data, ensuring accurate reporting, and maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards
• Developing and implementing strategic initiatives that improve the customer experience and drive business results

To be successful in this role you will possess the following key attributes:

• Tertiary level qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics Management or relevant discipline or equivalent Distribution Centre, logistics, warehousing, or supply chain operations experience
• Distribution management experience working in similar roles within engineering, distribution or related industry sectors
• Exceptional supervision, leadership, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset to drive performance across the end-to-end supply chain
• Ability to work autonomously
• Strong customer service focus and the ability to communicate to stakeholders at all levels
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
• Experience working in a fast paced, complex environment, often working to tight timeframes
• Proven success in project delivery, improvement processes, and change management
• Expertise in distribution systems, vendor metrics, and logistics platforms.

About Us:

At Hydraulink we like to keep things moving, it's in our DNA. After all we are a leading multinational hose and fittings brand with a huge network in Australia, New Zealand and Asia Pacific.  We have driven that service reach on a unique blend of company branches, franchisees and distributors. Hydraulink’s combined knowledge base can assist with anything from breakdowns to full installations.  We are building on over 75 years of success and constantly looking at what's next to drive the future for us, and to deliver for our customers.

Applicants MUST HAVE Residency or valid working rights as well as a current driver's license. A pre-­employment medical (including drug & alcohol screen) & criminal record check may form part of our recruitment process.

If you are a trustworthy, motivated self-starter with a passion for providing excellent service and are ready to be involved in a busy work environment please apply online.

Want to know who you may be working for?  Check us out at www.hydraulink.com.au