About the Role:

As our Delivery Manager – Eastern Logistics based in Tauranga, you’ll lead warehouse and logistics operations with a clear focus on service delivery, safety, and continuous improvement. You’ll oversee inventory accuracy, transport coordination, performance targets, and team development while maintaining a strong presence on the floor to support daily operations when needed. This role leads a large, diverse team, drives operational excellence and supports business growth through scalable systems and processes.
This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll be responsible for ensuring seamless day-to-day operations, optimising inventory management, and delivering exceptional service to both internal and external stakeholders.

You’ll be accountable for:
Inventory & Warehouse Excellence

-Leading warehouse teams to consistently achieve high service standards

-Ensuring precise inventory management, including stock monitoring, cycle counts, and annual audits

-Proactively eliminating stockouts by analysing usage trends and adjusting min/max levels

-Identifying cost-saving opportunities and reducing obsolete or slow-moving stock

-Overseeing logistics, warehousing, and transportation for internal and external stakeholders

Performance & Operational Delivery

-Meeting and exceeding operational, regulatory, and customer requirements

-Driving performance targets and solving problems quickly and effectively

-Ensuring depot compliance, security, waste management, and recycling initiatives

-Maintaining high standards across all operational areas

People Leadership

-Managing and mentoring direct reports, delegating work based on team strengths

-Providing ongoing performance feedback and coaching

-Creating an environment of open communication and accountability

-Linking daily performance to broader business outcomes

Continuous Improvement & Compliance

-Conducting internal audits and Gemba walks

-Driving improvements in safety, inventory accuracy, and operational processes

-Ensuring full compliance with HSQE requirements, industry standards, and environmental regulations

What We’re Looking For
You’ll be a confident decision-maker with a proven track record in logistics leadership and operational environments. You understand how to balance strategic oversight with hands-on support, and you’re comfortable working across teams and stakeholders.

Key Requirements:

-Relevant tertiary qualification in Logistics (or similar)

-Minimum 5 years’ experience in warehouse/inventory/logistics management

-Experience leading multi-skilled teams and driving performance

-Strong working knowledge of JDE or similar ERP systems

-Forklift licence and Class 1 driver’s licence

-Solid understanding of continuous improvement practices

-Strong communication skills and high-level computer literacy


What Northpower Offers You:

Join a company where you’re not just another number you’ll be respected, feel valued and be supported by a team who looks out for each other. We offer:
-A full-time, permanent role with stability and security

-Competitive salary, laptop and phone plus vehicle for full private use.

-Comprehensive training and upskilling opportunities

-Access to employee benefits, including discounts to a wide range of retail outlets, employee assistance and recognition programs

-A supportive team environment where safety is a given

About Us:

Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.
We are one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements.

Apply Now:

Our people are our energy source, and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. We offer the opportunity for long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process. This is your opportunity to step into a leadership role where you can make a real impact. You’ll shape operational standards, develop high-performing teams, and contribute to a culture that values safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Apply via #REQ1922 New Zealand work rights are required for the role. Pré-employment checks will include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.