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Admin Manager (WA)

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Joining the Metcash Family

At Metcash, you’re part of something bigger. You have all the perks of a small business heart, without missing out on the big business support.

Being part of something bigger means you’re part of a strong purpose, where the work you do makes a big difference to independent business and local communities. It opens a sea of opportunities to develop yourself, grow your career, thrive your way and make your mark. And you’ll be part of our high performing team, where you reap the rewards of our collective success now and into the future.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled and driven Administration Manager to provide exceptional administrative support to our Logistics function, ensuring the team operates effectively, efficiently, and remains customer focused. This role plays a crucial part in supporting operations across the Grocery, Perishables, and ALM Logistics sectors.

As a key leader within the team, you will contribute to the overall success by guiding and mentoring the Logistics Administration team. You will focus on driving continuous improvement, managing change, and promoting a positive team culture. Additionally, you will ensure the seamless execution of processes, bringing together new and current strategies to support broader business operations and achieve organisational goals.

In this Role

Ensure timely and high-quality completion of Payroll requirements (Kronos data management) with minimal errors
Manage Pallet and Crate inventory administration, including stocktake for the site
Oversee non-trade procurement, Freight Invoicing, and direct expenses through the Concur system
Investigate, lodge, and close customer claims, meeting SLA requirements and providing excellent customer service
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, OH&S, and HR standards for self and team
Monitor and replenish PPE inventory in a cost-effective manner
Ensure adherence to OH&S processes and compliance, coordinating with the National SHE Manager
Support team performance and identify training and development needs to maximize potential
Lead the Administration team to set and achieve objectives aligned with the overall business strategy
Manage key stakeholders to ensure processes are aligned and add value to broader operations
Lead and drive positive change within the Logistics Admin team, promoting the onsite culture
Encourage innovation in processes and procedures within the admin team and achieve logistics operations budgets

You’re Likely a Match If

Proven leadership skills with experience in team management and performance optimisation

Exceptional communication abilities
Leads by example and motivates teams effectively
Strong focus on customer satisfaction and service
Proficient in MS Office applications
In-depth understanding of payroll processes and systems
Passionate about process improvement to enhance operational efficiency
Solid knowledge of budgets, P&L, and month/year-end financial processes
Extensive administrative experience with excellent organisational skills
Adaptable and quick to adjust to changes in legislation, procedures, systems, or priorities
Familiar with Statutory & Metcash regulations, including HACCP and OH&S standards

Life at Metcash

🌈 Experience a supportive and flexible work environment. We are a FlexReady accredited workplace!

🌟 Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave every year after your first year.

🌿 Benefit from 2 well-being days and 1 volunteer day annually.

🌐 An abundance of learning, development, and career growth opportunities.

💼 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave for primary carers.

🏆 Proudly awarded the “Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion”.

⚖️A neutral gender pay gap of under 5% as published by WGEA 2023-2024

🥇 Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia.

💸 Incredible value discounts and perks through our team member app, “Our Local”.

About Us

Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with revenue exceeding $18 billion in FY24. We’re also an ASX top 100 listed company.

We believe that it is absolutely vital to Australia that there is a sustainable, independent, family-owned business sector. Independent retailers support their local communities. We help them to be the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support across our food, liquor and hardware pillars.

We're dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Joining our team means becoming part of something bigger, a company that actively promotes diversity, champions charitable causes, and supports environmental efforts. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you have any specific support or access needs, please don't hesitate to inform us when you apply. Rest assured; your personal information will be handled with the utmost confidentiality in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

Join us and become part of something bigger!

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What You Should Know About Admin Manager (WA), Metcash

Welcome to Metcash! We’re on the hunt for a dynamic Admin Manager to join our team in Washington. At Metcash, being part of something bigger means you contribute to a significant purpose that supports independent businesses and local communities. As our Admin Manager, you’ll play a crucial role in providing exceptional administrative support to our Logistics function. Your mission will be to ensure the team operates efficiently, is customer-focused, and continuously improves. You’ll lead and mentor the Logistics Administration team, driving positive change and nurturing a vibrant workplace culture. Say goodbye to mundane tasks—your responsibilities will include managing payroll, overseeing inventory administration, and interacting with key stakeholders to align processes that add value to broader operations. We love innovation, so you'll also be encouraged to improve our procedures and drive excellence in logistics operations while maintaining compliance with all relevant legislation. If this sounds like a match for you, and you have proven leadership skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a passion for enhancing operational efficiency, we’d love to hear from you. This is not just a job; it's a chance to grow your career with Metcash, a company that’s all about community, career growth, and making a difference. Let’s thrive together!

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What are the key responsibilities of the Admin Manager at Metcash?

As an Admin Manager at Metcash, your key responsibilities will include overseeing payroll processes, managing inventory administration, and improving team performance. You'll also handle customer claims, compliance with OH&S standards, and lead the Logistics Administration team to achieve objectives aligned with the company’s business strategy.