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Warehouse / Logistics
Distribution Centre Team Leader
Warehouse / Logistics
#807204
Remote / WFH
ceres organics
Job Description
About the Company
Let's Eat For Change.
Here at Ceres Organics, we believe every bite we each take can make for a better tomorrow. By simply choosing organic food, we can create positive change in the world.
For over 40 years Ceres Organics has led the way in organic food. We started as a small collective of likeminded people, sharing a belief that good living started with good food and that without question, good food was organic food. Our goal was to make delicious, good-for-you, organic food available to more people - right from our one little shop. More than a few thought we were crazy.
Forty years on our goal hasn't changed. In fact, our belief in what we're doing has only grown stronger and the urgency greater. We're still the crazy ones, but the world has begun to wake up to the benefits of organics and our one shop is now hundreds of stores where our organic goodness is available to many.
We know that the challenges we are facing today can feel overwhelming. But like we did 40 years ago, by starting with just one small store and one big idea, we believe each and every one of us can collectively start to make a huge difference to ourselves, our families, and the Earth by making small incremental changes. Let's eat for change.
About the role:
Here at Ceres Organics are on the hunt for an experienced Distribution Centre Team Leader (AM Shift 5:00am - 1:30pm) to join our fantastic team that is the life blood of the company. We’re looking for an outstanding DC team leader for maternity cover for 13 months starting from September.
On a day-to-day basis you will be managing the team in our Distribution Centre alongside the PM Shift Distribution Centre Team Leader. Your role will be to ensure the smooth running of the operational area of our Distribution Centre, as well as overseeing the people management (approx. 40 employees) and being a first point of call to our Assistant Distribution Team Leaders and our Distribution Centre Members for any operational or people related queries. some of the duties in the role include:
Manage DC rosters and overtime to meet business requirements. Ensure overtime / additional hours are managed through an approval process and in line with Health & Safety requirements.
Health, Safety & Wellbeing Guidance - Instilling an HS&W culture.
Lead in a way that motivates your team to perform at their optimal level.
Define clear performance expectations - know what is expected of them, how they are doing and how they can improve and develop.
Provide coaching opportunities - how they can best manage their work areas effectively.
Action the deployment of resources across the DC working collaboratively with other Team Leaders to flex the team in line with business peaks and troughs, with minimum wastage and downtime.
Assist DC manager to implement a training matrix to identify the training needs of all staff and implement a staged and organised learning programme over 12 months to ensure all staff are upskilled in all process requirements.
Action in accordance with process all third-party suppliers' goods in a way that improves DC operations and challenge waste (e.g. packaging, warehouse plant, maintenance, security, safety, waste management/recycling, etc.)
At Ceres we strive to provide excellent Customer Service every time.
To be considered for a role you will have:
At least 3 years' experience in a similar role.
Knowledge of modern warehousing practices including an understanding of Pick / Pack, Rework, Container Control, Devanning, Inwards Goods, Putaways, Dispatch and Quality Management.
Leadership skills including the ability to coach and lead teams.
People Management including leading for optimal culture, performance as well as resolving employment relations matters.
Have the functional / technical knowledge & skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment. Experience with ERP / WMS Systems.
MPI qualified for opening imported goods.
Warehouse Team Leader experience in a similar sized business.
Good verbal and written communication skills. Forward thinking approach and the ability to motivate and engage staff on a daily basis. Highly organised and a self-starter that leads by example. Ability to lead, coach, and mentor Warehouse team members.
What's in it for you?
The opportunity to work for a company who cares - both about you and the world around you.
Opportunity to work with likeminded, passionate individuals.
Great discounts on our awesome products.
If this role sounds like it's right for you or someone you know, please apply or get in touch for a conversation to find out more. Please note that we will be reviewing applications as they come in early so, please apply ASAP if interested.
Job Details
Reference # 6628
Posted on 23 Jul 2026
Closes on 22 Aug 2026 23:55
Location(s) Ellerslie, Auckland, Ponsonby, Mt Wellington, Penrose
Expertise Warehousing & Transport
Job level(s) Experienced 1-3 years, Experienced 4-6 years, Experienced 7-10 Years
Work arrangement Fixed term full-time
Let's Eat For Change.
Here at Ceres Organics, we believe every bite we each take can make for a better tomorrow. By simply choosing organic food, we can create positive change in the world.
For over 40 years Ceres Organics has led the way in organic food. We started as a small collective of likeminded people, sharing a belief that good living started with good food and that without question, good food was organic food. Our goal was to make delicious, good-for-you, organic food available to more people - right from our one little shop. More than a few thought we were crazy.
Forty years on our goal hasn't changed. In fact, our belief in what we're doing has only grown stronger and the urgency greater. We're still the crazy ones, but the world has begun to wake up to the benefits of organics and our one shop is now hundreds of stores where our organic goodness is available to many.
We know that the challenges we are facing today can feel overwhelming. But like we did 40 years ago, by starting with just one small store and one big idea, we believe each and every one of us can collectively start to make a huge difference to ourselves, our families, and the Earth by making small incremental changes. Let's eat for change.
About the role:
Here at Ceres Organics are on the hunt for an experienced Distribution Centre Team Leader (AM Shift 5:00am - 1:30pm) to join our fantastic team that is the life blood of the company. We’re looking for an outstanding DC team leader for maternity cover for 13 months starting from September.
On a day-to-day basis you will be managing the team in our Distribution Centre alongside the PM Shift Distribution Centre Team Leader. Your role will be to ensure the smooth running of the operational area of our Distribution Centre, as well as overseeing the people management (approx. 40 employees) and being a first point of call to our Assistant Distribution Team Leaders and our Distribution Centre Members for any operational or people related queries. some of the duties in the role include:
Manage DC rosters and overtime to meet business requirements. Ensure overtime / additional hours are managed through an approval process and in line with Health & Safety requirements.
Health, Safety & Wellbeing Guidance - Instilling an HS&W culture.
Lead in a way that motivates your team to perform at their optimal level.
Define clear performance expectations - know what is expected of them, how they are doing and how they can improve and develop.
Provide coaching opportunities - how they can best manage their work areas effectively.
Action the deployment of resources across the DC working collaboratively with other Team Leaders to flex the team in line with business peaks and troughs, with minimum wastage and downtime.
Assist DC manager to implement a training matrix to identify the training needs of all staff and implement a staged and organised learning programme over 12 months to ensure all staff are upskilled in all process requirements.
Action in accordance with process all third-party suppliers' goods in a way that improves DC operations and challenge waste (e.g. packaging, warehouse plant, maintenance, security, safety, waste management/recycling, etc.)
At Ceres we strive to provide excellent Customer Service every time.
To be considered for a role you will have:
At least 3 years' experience in a similar role.
Knowledge of modern warehousing practices including an understanding of Pick / Pack, Rework, Container Control, Devanning, Inwards Goods, Putaways, Dispatch and Quality Management.
Leadership skills including the ability to coach and lead teams.
People Management including leading for optimal culture, performance as well as resolving employment relations matters.
Have the functional / technical knowledge & skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment. Experience with ERP / WMS Systems.
MPI qualified for opening imported goods.
Warehouse Team Leader experience in a similar sized business.
Good verbal and written communication skills. Forward thinking approach and the ability to motivate and engage staff on a daily basis. Highly organised and a self-starter that leads by example. Ability to lead, coach, and mentor Warehouse team members.
What's in it for you?
The opportunity to work for a company who cares - both about you and the world around you.
Opportunity to work with likeminded, passionate individuals.
Great discounts on our awesome products.
If this role sounds like it's right for you or someone you know, please apply or get in touch for a conversation to find out more. Please note that we will be reviewing applications as they come in early so, please apply ASAP if interested.
Job Details
Reference # 6628
Posted on 23 Jul 2026
Closes on 22 Aug 2026 23:55
Location(s) Ellerslie, Auckland, Ponsonby, Mt Wellington, Penrose
Expertise Warehousing & Transport
Job level(s) Experienced 1-3 years, Experienced 4-6 years, Experienced 7-10 Years
Work arrangement Fixed term full-time
