Team Leader - Inwards Goods & Distribution at Te Whatu Ora, Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations — from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.

Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible, and innovative care.

About the Role

As Team Leader-Inwards Goods and Distribution, you'll lead the delivery and distribution function across Middlemore, Manukau Health Park/Super Clinic Hospitals, as well as Counties Manukau Region regional satellite and community clinics. You'll oversee day-to-day operations including stock receipting, deployment, returns, dock management, and coordination with internal services and external suppliers.

This is a hands-on leadership role focused on service excellence, health and safety, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement. You'll manage a team of 25 and work closely with clinical and non-clinical teams to ensure timely and efficient distribution of medical supplies.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The PSC&HTM (Procurement, Supply Chain and Health Technology Management) team at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora are a national function with a vast and complex scope. They play a critical role in ensuring the availability, safety, and efficiency of clinical and non-clinical goods and services across the health system. 

About you

You're a confident and collaborative leader with a strong background in supply chain operations. You bring proven experience in people management, inventory control, and stakeholder engagement. You're passionate about improving systems and processes, and you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

You will bring:

• Proven experience in people management and inventory control
• Strong stakeholder management and customer service skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Desired: 5+ years' supply chain experience (health sector preferred), ERP/MRP system proficiency, and knowledge of H&S practices in logistics

Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.   

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 26th January 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Shannon Elder at shannon.elder@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.