Distribution Manager

At Relectrify, we're on a mission to engineer the future of battery energy storage. We are building a disruptive platform that dramatically reduces the cost of storage by unlocking significantly more energy from every battery cell.  We want to see a world abundant with clean energy and believe we will make a meaningful contribution.  Our core values fuel and motivate our work:  Prioritise what matters most: We strive to work with clear objectives and understand why they are the right goals to pursue.  Think critically: We base our decisions on informed, open-minded evaluations, not on hierarchy or gut feelings.  Be decisive: We prioritise action and continuously move forward, adapting as new data becomes available.  Quality and elegance in everything: We put in the effort to distil complexity and make things as clear and impactful as possible.  Collaborate or fail: We seek to work with those who excel and recognise that partnerships are essential to our success.  Get jobs done: We focus on the core task – the job to be done – and we aren’t content until we’ve achieved the desired outcome.  We embrace diverse experiences to fuel our collective success, ensuring everyone can do their best work.  If you are looking to make a positive impact in the world of renewable energy by advancing battery technology, come join us. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply — you might just be the perfect fit for our team.  Learn more about us. Requirements Location:  This role is permanent, full-time, and based in our West Melbourne office, located just on the edge of the Melbourne CBD. Team background:  The Distribution Manager (Supply Chain), will work under the guidance of the global lead to optimise our company’s supply chain and distribution systems. You will collaborate with product and engineering teams to understand current and future distribution requirements and proactively identify risks and opportunities. Your focus will be on ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and timely logistics and supply for product development and distribution. This role is critical in meeting customer expectations and regulatory requirements. You will also be responsible for the general operations of our Melbourne workshop facility, including controlling inward / outward goods, managing storage requirements, and maintaining safety and hygiene by working closely with the engineering teams.  Target annual salary range is: A$80-90k plus superannuation. What you’ll be doing:  Support our overall supply chain strategy, as led by the Supply Chain Manager.  Manage our Melbourne workshop/warehouse space, including health & safety, and inward / outward goods. Manage ongoing relationships with suppliers, freight forwarders, and third-party logistics providers. Monitor inventory levels and implement stock control policies. Identify areas for improvement across all processes.  Ensure compliance with national and international regulations related to import/export and logistics. Collaborate with procurement, product, and GTM teams to align supply with demand. Must-have experience: Applicants must be willing to undergo pre-employment background checks (i.e. working rights, criminal history, and employment references.  Proven experience in supply chain, logistics, or warehouse operations Strong understanding of inventory control and stock management systems Familiarity with import/export regulations and freight coordination (domestic and international) Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Confidence managing workshop or warehouse spaces, including health & safety compliance Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with suppliers and logistics partners Drive for continuous improvement Comfortable working cross-functionally with teams across procurement, product, and engineering functions Self-starter attitude with the ability to manage responsibilities independently and effectively Experience with BESS technologies and manufacturing processes is highly advantageous. Benefits Our benefits are designed to support and enhance your work-life harmony: Market-competitive salary and benefits Ownership opportunity as part of the Employee Share Option Plan Advancement opportunities for leadership and management due to rapid scale-up trajectory Paid time off and holidays Gender-neutral paid parental, personal/carer’s leave of absence Hybrid flexible work policy Purchased leave scheme Salary sacrifice for superannuation Education reimbursement No-cost commuting  Free snacks and (actually good!) coffee in the Melbourne office Team events and monthly socials Relectrify is committed to providing inclusive experiences. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, including: race, ethnicity, age, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, or disability. Discrimination based on these or any other social identities is not tolerated. Note to recruitment agencies: Relectrify does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Relectrify does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved partners.