Warehouse Manager - Night Shift

Posted:

16/07/2025

Closing Date:

16/08/2025

Job Type:

Permanent - Full Time

Location:

Manukau

Job Category:

Warehouse

If you are a leader who thrives on operational excellence, innovation, and leading high-performing teams, we want you.

We are looking for an experienced and driven manager who is ready to take ownership and elevate performance in our night shift operations at our Wiri distribution centre.

This is a dynamic role where you will be responsible for ensuring efficient and effective DC processes, including inbound logistics, inventory management, picking, dispatching, and staff supervision.

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:

• Oversee end-to-end warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, loading, and dispatch
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure all health & safety standards are met
• Monitor and manage daily KPIs to achieve operational targets and drive performance
• Prepare and present reports on efficiency, inventory accuracy, and fulfilment performance
• Drive productivity and quality improvements across all distribution center functions
• Supervise and train DC staff, hire staff and also conduct performance evaluations & coaching

What You’ll Bring:

• 10+ years’ experience in the 3PL industry
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with a proven ability to build relationships
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a “can-do” mindset
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines.

Why Join Us?

• Play a key leadership role in one of NZ’s most respected logistics providers
• Be part of a collaborative and innovative team that values continuous improvement
• Membership to the Cardinal Perks Program (discounts with some of NZ’s major retailers)
• Life insurance

Please Note:
Applicants must be New Zealand citizens, residents, or hold a valid work visa. The successful candidate will need to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, a criminal history check, and provide two contactable references.

If you're ready to lead with purpose, deliver with energy, and make a lasting impact, please apply now!