Christopher Gower Email & Phone Number

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Operations Manager for Temperature Control at Sydney Regional Distribution CenterPromote safety values and implement safety, health and environment policies and systems to embed safety into the culture and ways of workingLead business, operational and special event planningManage and monitor operational KPI’s to ensure resource planning is within budget and meets volume forecastsBuild a high performance team through clearly defined objectives, development plans, open and transparent communicationEnsure consistent practices exist within the DC and across the Supply Chain networkDrive engagement at all levels of the business, facilitate the sharing of ideas in a way that supports achievement of key measures and drives continuous improvementLiaise with key contacts for Food & Endeavour Drinks Groups (as applicable) to both seek and provide feedback and identify opportunities for the DC to continuously improve serviceManage 3PL’s to ensure service levels and cost are optimisedEnsure the continual review, improvement and maintenance of operational activities to drive efficiency, service, safety, engagement and value within the DC operationDrive accountability within the business, ensure that the elements of Supply Chain culture are embedded at all levelsSponsor and lead change initiatives within the DC, including partnering with support functions throughout Supply Chain and other business units in the Woolworths GroupPromote succession and development planning at all levels of the business through clearly defined recruitment procedures, open and transparent communication, feedback to team members and relief opportunities.

Chullora

DC Operations Manager for PFD Foods. Servicing NSW Health, Cruise ships, QSR and other food service customers. Operating a fleet of rigid trucks to provide a customer focused service to customers.Lead and manage the operations function of the Distribution Centre to achieve business performance targetsaround cost, safety, quality, production, service level and capabilityEnsure safe working practices are adhered to, promoting safety policies and procedures on an on-going basisLead, motivate and engage a team of over 300 reports through the use of effective people management processes and practices,building their capability to achieve individual, team and overall DC objectivesBuild and promote a team environment focused on working collaboratively to achieve DC objectivesUse effective communication techniques which encourage open and honest communications and constantinformation flowManage operation costs, ensuring resource planning is within budget and meets workload forecastsOversee effective DC inventory management, quality & cleaning activitiesRole model and lead cultural change and changes in new operationsImplement continuous improvement of systems and processesUnderstand and adhere to all relevant Company Policies and Procedures and to promote same amongst teams

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Promote safety values and implement safety, health and environment policies and systemsSupport the Operations Manager in leading business, operational and special event planningManage and monitor operational KPI’s to ensure resource planning is within budget and meets forecastsProvide leadership to their team and genuine coaching and mentoringBe responsible for ensuring Team Leaders support injured team members in conjunction with the Return to Work functionBuild a high performance teamEnsure consistent practices exist within the DC, facilitate the sharing of ideas in a way that supports achievement of keymeasures and drives continuous improvementDrive engagement at all levels of the businessLiaise with key contacts and identify opportunities for the DC to continuously improve serviceSupport the management of 3PL’s (transport) to ensure service levels and cost are optimized

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Responsible for the overall performance of the despatch area across all shifts. Ownership of the DCs contribution to on time delivery performance.Coaching and mentoring of team leaders working in despatchImplementing strategies to meet KPI targets

Support and foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in the workplaceAdhere to, and enforce compliance with all legal obligations and requirementseg.enterprise agreements, Chain of Responsibility along with company policies andprocesses and DC Work InstructionsAttendance at operations meetings as scheduledEffectively manage team communications (team talks, one on ones)Management of hazards and incidents & reporting through PULSEReinforce and comply with Safety responsibilities (refer to attachment SC-S01-F05)Actively drive safe behaviours and participate in safety meetings as requiredEngage, coach and motivate team members to perform quality work safely and toexpected standardsSupervise, review, coach and mentor direct reports to perform their duties effectively andefficientlyMonitor performance and standards within designated area, make timely decisionsregarding required numbers and support and communicate to Shift ManagerSupervise designated area, hand out work as necessary, escalate concerns to ShiftManagerPerform iLead discussionsConduct performance management discussions in line with people services modelAttend operational meetings (including handovers) as required with accurate informationon key metrics and areas of concernAdministrationInvestigation of KPIs and performance anomaliesParticipate, support and communicate change projects effectivelyDeliver continuous improvement projectsEnsure application of fair reserve and rotation using site principles

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Lead the maintenance of DC product range through effective systems integrity and inventory management.Take the lead in ensuring consistent practices exist within the DCSupport DC in delivering to stores in full, on time and error freeSupport site initiatives in relation to accuracy improvement, stock loss reduction and stock adjustment accuracyIdentify and address gaps in Inventory operationsIdentify and implement Supply Chain initiatives with a view to continuous improvement and sustainabilityWork collaboratively as part of a larger DC team to achieve site objectivesEnsure service levels to stores and DC are to the highest standardsUndertake investigations on product discrepanciesOversee Product Layout, Pick Paths, Family Grouping, New Lines, Allocation and Event activity in all areas of the DCRoot cause analysis and reporting of store misses, and site damages to remove or mitigate future recurrencesVendor, store, and internal team liaison as required

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Various team member positions within Woolworths Group, from starting in retail as a shop assistant to a variety of positions at distribution centers. Held Team Member Leadership positions such as leading hand

Master'S Degree, Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management

Certificate Iv, Competitive Systems And Practices

Graduate Certificate, Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management, Distinction

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering