About the role
This is where your work makes a difference.
At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.
Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.
Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and driven Distribution Supervisor to lead and enhance our New Zealand distribution operations covering our Auckland and Christchurch Warehouses. This role is critical in ensuring our customers receive their orders on time, in full, and to the highest quality standards. Reporting to the Regional Warehouse Manager, you will oversee all warehouse and distribution activities, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and foster a high-performing, engaged team.
About You
You are a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced distribution environment. Highly organised and diligent, you bring a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and safety across all operations. You lead from the front—building capable, engaged teams through clear communication, coaching, and support—while remaining calm and decisive under pressure. Constantly engaging in thoughtful analysis, you work to improve processes and performance and take ownership of the results. Above all, you are customer-focused, understanding the critical role distribution plays in delivering on service expectations.
Responsibilities
Attend and conduct daily and weekly operational team meetings
Improve warehouse functions to maintain quality, inventory precision, performance, and cost goals that back the customer experience
Manage the accurate flow of stock through the system
Foster steady progress in every aspect of warehouse operations to boost service standards and organizational performance
Collaborate and communicate proactively with internal partners to support regional deliverables
Oversee the inspection of incoming products to the facility for conformity with replenishment, direct order, or returned goods authorization.
Guarantee the timely arrival and distribution of finished goods between company warehouses
Arrange special distribution services to aid the launch of new products or to address internal and important customer supply chain challenges
Collect relevant benchmarks and interpret information to find opportunities for operational efficiencies and report capacity constraints
Prepare budgets for warehouse and distribution activity and operate within approved guidelines
Ensure compliance with regulatory and Baxter requirements and adherence to GMP standards
Develop distribution techniques and practices that determine conformity with receipt and shipping requirements
Lead projects to optimize all facets of distribution and logistics operations.
Develop and implement an inventory management strategy
Regularly review the transportation strategy and ensure freight optimization
Recommend improvements in transport practices, processes, and systems to promote a cost-effective and timely service
Evaluate inbound and outbound due dates and take corrective action to eliminate results that do not meet customer expectations.
Key Requirements
Tertiary qualification in logistics management preferred
Experience managing warehouse operations or in a continuous improvement logistics role is desirable
Successful track record leading and developing teams and optimization projects
Experience with 3PL and continuous improvement projects
Demonstrated leadership capability
Strategic and analytical skills
Demonstrated collaborator engagement
Agility to adapt to changing business and customer needs
Experience with ERP/logistics systems.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Reasonable Accommodations
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Aplyr's read
Baxter International is a leader in healthcare innovation, attracting professionals dedicated to advancing medical technologies and improving patient care globally.
What's promising
- •Strong focus on innovation in medical products and therapies.
- •Global presence offers diverse career opportunities across various healthcare sectors.
- •Commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility enhances company reputation.
What to watch
- •Recent restructuring efforts may lead to job uncertainties.
- •High competition in the healthcare industry could impact market share.
- •Regulatory challenges in different markets may affect product launches.
Why Baxter International
- •Specializes in renal care and medication delivery systems.
- •Pioneers in developing advanced surgical products and therapies.
- •Emphasizes employee development through diverse roles and career paths.
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About Baxter International
Baxter International Inc. is a global healthcare company that develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of medical products, including those for renal care, medication delivery, and surgical products.
