Waipuna Hospice Incorporated Looking for Distribution Centre Manager at Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Full Time

Introduction:

Distribution Centre Manager

• Bring your leadership and supply chain experience
• Lots of job variety
• Located near Fraser Cove

Waipuna Hospice has a high profile in the Bay Plenty for providing specialist community palliative care. Our geographical reach covers Waihi Beach to Otamarakau and while our focus is on hospice-at-home, we also have an established inpatient unit and we support a large community team. These services are funded through DHB contracts, fundraising and income from our charity retail shops.

We pride ourselves on our supportive team environment and excellent working conditions. Our values are not just a set of words on a poster, we live by them and we recognise that teamwork is critical to our success as organisation. This opportunity could be your chance to be part of a progressive organisation that’s at the heart of our community!

Description:

About The Job

Reporting to and working closely with the General Manager of Retail, this role is a part of the Retail Leadership Team and with 6 direct reports will:

• Lead a small team across supply chain, logistics and operations to support their day-to-day functions, ensuring our 6 retail shops receive the right stock at the right time
• Ensure consistent process flow against standardised processes and procedures
• Optimise resources ensuring it is matched efficiently to demand and budgets
• Support the ongoing development of team capability, knowledge and training
• Support and lead the culture by continuously improving employee engagement through coaching, development, collaboration and consistency
• Provide a high level of service to internal partners (shops), donors, volunteers and members of the public

Skills and Experiences:

About You

We’re looking for a proven leader with an energetic and resilient leadership style, dedicated to building a safe, engaged, and high-performing team. You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and can engage with all levels to navigate issues collaboratively.

Ideal skills and attributes:

• 3-5 years leadership experience essential
• Supply chain/logistics background is desirable.
• Experience in building team culture, developing and coaching staff.
• Excellent time management and planning skills.
• Financial acumen in particular dealing with budgets, managing costs, negotiating contracts and stock management.
• Proven experience in problem solving, strategic thinking and planning.
• An empathic and empowering leadership style
• Systems experience with MS office is essential

What We Offer

At Waipuna Hospice we are fully committed to provide ongoing professional development opportunities for all staff. We pride ourselves on having a fun, friendly and supportive team environment.

Staff wellness is a priority for Waipuna Hospice, we provide an ongoing wellness programme to support employee resilience and access to our Employee Assistance Programme. First impressions are important, so on starting with Waipuna you will be supported with a comprehensive orientation programme.

We also offer added benefits such as discounts to local gyms, pharmacy’s and health insurance and free onsite parking.

THE WAIPUNA WAY

Our Mission: To provide the best possible specialist hospice palliative care, enhancing the quality of life for those facing end of life and bereavement.

Our Vision: To provide high quality end of life care for all

Our Values:

• Community: Supporting one another – patients, whanau, friends, volunteers and colleagues
• Advocacy: Ensuring equity of access to services for all our communities
• Respect: Upholding each person’s dignity and mana
• Empathy: Acknowledging uniqueness, supporting with dignity, respect and compassion
• Quality: Committed to continuous improvement, aligned to values and core services

COME AND JOIN US

Equity, diversity and inclusion is intrinsic to the values of Waipuna Hospice. We welcome people from all communities into our workforce. In your application we want to see the real you and we welcome the real you to our team if you join us.

Many skills and experiences have shaped you into the unique person you are. Not all skills and experiences are gained in classrooms or formal employment. If you gained some of your experience through whanau life, community or volunteering (mahi aroha) then we encourage you to share your story with us in your cover letter.

Waipuna Hospice acknowledges and respects individual diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Share your story and become part of ours.

TO APPLY

Our application process may include interviews, job testing, reference checks and pre-employment screening. If you have what it takes and are ready to step into a dynamic team environment that’s at the heart of our community, then don’t hesitate, apply now!