Distribution Team Leader

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Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital, Supply Chain

Permanent, Full-time 80 hours per fortnight (1 FTE)

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As a Distribution Team Leader, youll oversee all distribution activities within the Hawkes Bay District, ensuring the right stock is in the right place, at the right time, and at the right cost. Youll lead a team of 10, manage service levels, and maintain compliance with national standards while fostering a strong safety culture. This role is pivotal in supporting a nationally consistent and robust supply chain that enables equitable and sustainable healthcare.

Youll also work closely with the Distribution Manager to implement improvements, resolve operational challenges, and deliver projects that enhance efficiency and service quality.

About the Team / Service / Location

Our Supply Chain team plays a critical role in ensuring health services across Hawkes Bay have the resources they need. Based in Hastings, youll join a collaborative team committed to excellence, innovation, and supporting frontline healthcare through efficient and reliable distribution.

Hawkes Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about, clickHEREto take a closer look at what Hawkes Bay has to offer.

About you

As a Distribution Team Leader, you will bring :

5+ years experience in warehouse or inventory operations, with proven leadership experience.

Strong knowledge of inventory management and health & safety regulations.

Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.

Proficiency in MS Office Suite and a commitment to continuous improvement.

The ability to collaborate effectively, communicate clearly, and lead a team to achieve operational goals.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To review the position profile, clickHERETo apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Dawn Tyler via email on

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.