About AkzoNobel
Since 1792 weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. Its what youd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company thats dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today while creating an even better tomorrow. Lets paint the future together.
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Whats the role
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Warehouse Supervisor to join our team at the Sunshine manufacturing site. This is a full-time on-site leadership role where youll oversee the safe efficient and accurate movement of raw materials and finished goods across a complex multi-product warehouse operation. Youll lead a team of 15 ensuring that our logistics function supports production meets customer expectations and aligns with AkzoNobels high standards for safety quality and performance.
We will count on you to:
- Plan coordinate and supervise all warehouse activities ensuring timely receipt storage and dispatch of materials. Youll be the go-to person for ensuring that nothing falls through the cracksfrom raw material intake to final product delivery.
- Identify and mitigate hazards across safety health security and environment. Youll be a visible safety leader embedding AkzoNobels HSE values into every process and decision.
- Oversee stock control processes investigate discrepancies and implement best practices to maintain real-time inventory accuracy. Youll ensure that every item is stored labelled and tracked to the highest standard.
- Oversee the pre-batching of raw materials for the Paint and Powder plants ensuring production lines are never delayed due to material shortages.
- Monitor and control warehouse costs to meet site financial targets. Youll also manage contractor relationships and ensure optimal staffing across shifts.
- Building a High-Performance Culture: Coach mentor and develop your team to build a culture of accountability continuous improvement and operational excellence. Youll set clear expectations and help your team grow into their potential.
What You Will Bring:
- Prior experience in warehousing and distribution ideally in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong people leadership skillsyou know how to motivate develop and engage teams.
- Strong understanding of inventory systems and warehouse best practices.
- Prior experience with SAP and/or WMS systems will be advantageous.
- A proactive hands-on approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Experience managing budgets and working with inventory systems.
- A strong commitment to safety and compliance with experience in ISO9000/14001 environments.
What We Can Offer:
- Career Pathway and Training: Were a global company committed to helping you achieve your career goals. Youll have access to training and development opportunities that open doors to your future.
- Company Culture: Experience a dynamic and inclusive culture that values innovation and collaboration.
- Performance Bonuses: You can earn more with performance bonuses on top of your base salary!
- Health and Wellbeing: Your health matters to us. Take advantage of free flu vaccinations counselling services and online support through our Employee Assistance Program.
- Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on HP products discounted private health insurance with Bupa as well as special corporate rates for car rentals through Avis saving you money on essential purchases and travel expenses.
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Ready to take the lead
If youre a warehouse professional who thrives in a fast-paced high-responsibility environmentand youre ready to make your mark at a global industry leaderwe want to hear from you. Apply now and help us deliver excellence every day.
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when our organization all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or disability.
Requisition ID:47696
Required Experience:
Manager