Inbound & Devanning Manager

Posted:

26/08/2025

Closing Date:

26/09/2025

Job Type:

Permanent - Full Time

Location:

Manukau

Job Category:

Container,Transport,Warehouse

We are looking for a sharp, solutions-focused Inbound & Devanning Manager to take charge of our inbound operations and ensure the seamless movement of goods from port to warehouse.

This is a pivotal road where you will take the lead in devanning containers, navigate import & export regulations and customs processes. Your purpose is to keep things moving, keep them compliant, and lead your team to excellence every step of the way.

Cardinal is a leading partner to many of New Zealand’s well-known companies in food, beverage, grocery and personal healthcare. We offer an end-to-end logistics solution to our customers, which offers the opportunity for our team members to develop, upskill and progress within the business. We are revolutionizing supply chains with New Zealand’s first fully automated 3PL warehouse with AI driven robotics.

What you'll do:

• Plan, coordinate, and optimise devanning operations
• Ensure accurate customs clearance and documentation
• Lead and develop high-performing teams and 3rd party staff
• Drive cost-efficiency and compliance
• Own relationships with external providers and solve inbound challenges fast

What you bring:

• 3+ years in import/export management
• Strong and in depth knowledge of MPI rules and regulation
• Leadership that inspires and delivers
• Proven experience managing 3PLs and DG/food compliance
• Sharp problem-solving and strong SOP discipline
• Ability to operate and supervise the safe use of MHE

What We Offer:

• Paid birthday leave, access to our Perks programme and more
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• A chance to make a significant impact within a rapidly growing organization.

If the above sounds like you, do not hesitate and apply now! We look forward to discussing this opportunity with you. Applicants for this position must have New Zealand citizenship, residency or a valid work visa. The successful applicant must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, criminal history check and provide two contactable references.