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Operations Manager (Fulfilment & Logistics)

IKEA
Canberra, AUS
Full-time
Onsite
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Fulfilment operationsLogistics operationsPeople leadership and team developmentOperational performance improvementChange managementStakeholder collaboration

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Role overview

Lead a large fulfilment operations team, driving performance, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Fulfilment teams support product availability, accurate picking, order collection, and home delivery.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead daily inbound, outbound, and service operations for safe, efficient execution and a strong customer experience.
  • Coach and develop team members, manage performance and competence development, and plan succession.
  • Foster communication, recognition, engagement, and an inclusive team culture.
  • Work with internal stakeholders and external transport and service providers to improve product availability and fulfilment efficiency.
  • Use performance indicators and business insights to improve productivity and team performance.
  • Manage resources and operating expenses to support efficiency and profitability.
  • Ensure compliance with conduct standards, procedures, and health, safety, and security requirements.

Candidate profile

  • Experience leading medium to large operational or logistics teams in a complex, fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to guide teams through transformation and operational improvements while maintaining engagement and performance.
  • Able to establish structure, priorities, routines, and accountability.
  • Collaborative and able to influence stakeholders with a focus on people, customers, and operational excellence.

Hours and availability

  • Permanent, full-time position at 76 hours per fortnight.
  • Requires availability across 4am–9pm weekdays, alternating weekends, and public holidays when required.

Location and work area

  • The role is listed in Canberra and is part of fulfilment operations.

Benefits

  • Benefits include five weeks of paid annual leave, parental and community leave, an employee assistance program, and a 15% co-worker discount.
  • Other benefits include meals, uniform, parking, savings memberships, leasing options, salary sacrifice, fitness membership, and eligible bonus and loyalty programs.

Pre-employment check

  • Final candidates are subject to a pre-employment check, including a National Police Check.

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