Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed to changing lives and making a difference to your community?
For more than 130 years, St John WA has been a cornerstone of support in Western Australia connecting with community through education, training and care.
As a trusted not-for-profit, the organisation's unwavering mission is to serve humanity and build resilient communities which we do through a strong team spirit, camaraderie and the collaboration of all team members – paid and volunteers alike - working together to support wellbeing and health for every Western Australian.
St John WA is powered by team members who have a strong sense of belonging and purpose and combined we are a leader in pre-hospital care and related products with revenue of about $500 million across 17 different services, and a team of 8500 including 3500 paid team members and 5000 volunteer team members.
Last year, we connected with 1.2 million Western Australians including: 340,000 people through first aid training, education and engagement, 362,000 people who received care close to where they live and work, 410,000 received trusted transport and emergency care when they needed it most.
A job to be proud of: The Logistics Manager is responsible for the service delivery and strategic alignment of supply chain goods and services to the organisation.
This is through a cost effective, customer focused approach that utilises data and operational excellence to deliver outstanding outcomes.
In this role, you're not just managing logistics— you're fuelling our mission.
Your dedication and attention to detail will ensure that our services run smoothly, empowering our teams to focus on what they do best: making a difference in people's lives.
Join us, and be part of a team that's passionate, driven, and committed to creating a safer, healthier world for everyone.
What you'll do: Support objectives aligned to function and overarching strategic objectives of the stream.
Review and implement optimal distribution models across the entire Supply Chain network.
Negotiate transportation rates and services to deliver quality and a cost-effective transport network Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop fit for purpose logistics solutions.
Use industry and market appropriate methodologies to manage the Logistics functions to ensure inventory management, warehousing optimisation, optimal throughput and scalable operations to the needs of the business.
Be visible and deliberate in coaching and developing direct reports to build a high performing team to achieve departmental and organisational outcomes.
Be a visible and approachable leader within the department and ensure teams are supported.
Drive organisational and departmental strategies to achieve required objectives.
Manage people related matters including but not limited to conduct, performance, culture and grievances or ensure they escalate to People Services for advice.
Deliver strategic human resourcing relating to career mapping, scalability and continuation of service.
Ensure function budget is managed within the ambit of the agreed budget.
Promote a continuous improvement culture that encourages growth and change when required.
What you'll need: 6+ years experience in a similar role (ideally working within health, FMCG and/or multi-site inventory businesses).
Demonstrated people management and leadership experience at a manager level.
Experience forging strong working partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong experience in change management.
Strong level of experience with MS Office suite applications.
Experience in industry planning methodologies such as S&OP and CPFR.
Strong systems background with specific proficiency in ERP, WMS and inventory management software.
C Class Driver Licence – Requirement Relevant tertiary qualification aligned to ambit of this position (i.e.
Strategic Supply Chain Management, or Logistics and Procurement) – Highly Desirable What's in it for you?
The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment within a positive and professional team along with: $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement 17.5% leave loading $1,200 Clothing Allowance Flexible working arrangements Competitive remuneration package Salary packaging options Free emergency ambulance cover Free first aid training Are you ready to change lives?
To apply for this exciting opportunity please select "Apply Now".
Alternatively, if you have any questions please contact Jenna Childs via email at ****** Applications close on Friday 7th February 2025 at 6:00 PM.
St John WA is committed to creating an inclusive environment which provides a sense of belonging and enables a welcoming, diverse, capable and connected workforce who represent the community we serve.
Our goal is to ensure people feel safe to be themselves.
We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants.
Please note that St John will not accept recruitment agency applications for this position.
St John reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received.
The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John