Operations and Logistics Lead

Job description

Your new company

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Operations & Logistics Lead to join a successful organisation and take ownership of day-to-day operations, inventory management, logistics coordination and project delivery.

Leading a small team, you will play a key role in ensuring operational efficiency, supporting business growth and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys working across operations, logistics, projects and people management in a fast-paced environment.

Your new role

  • Overseeing daily operational activities to ensure efficient business performance
  • Leading, mentoring and developing a small operational team
  • Managing inventory, stock availability and supplier relationships
  • Coordinating logistics activities to ensure products and materials are available when required
  • Identifying opportunities to improve processes, systems and workflows
  • Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance
  • Coordinating operational projects and supporting the delivery of business initiatives
  • Managing the planning and installation of displays and related projects
  • Working cross-functionally to ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard
  • Maintaining quality standards and resolving operational challenges when required
  • Promoting a safe working environment and ensuring compliance with WHS requirements
  • Maintaining operational procedures, documentation and compliance records

What you'll need to succeed

  • Previous experience in operations, logistics, supply chain or warehouse environments
  • Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing teams
  • Strong inventory management and logistics coordination skills
  • Experience driving process improvements and operational efficiencies
  • Excellent planning, organisation and time management abilities
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
  • A proactive, solutions-focused approach to problem-solving
  • A commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes and customer service

What you'll get in return

  • Diverse role with responsibility across operations, logistics and project delivery
  • Opportunity to lead a small team and influence business performance
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Stable and growing business with long-term career opportunities
  • Competitive salary package based on experience

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.



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Job Summary

  • Published on: 15 Jul, 2026
  • Category: Logistics
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Salary:
  • Location: VIC - Southern Melbourne
  • Job Nature: Full Time

Company Details

  • Name: Hays
  • Location: VIC - Southern Melbourne