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Melbourne, VIC, AU

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

• Sitro Group Australia is a wholesaler and distributor of quality products to the outdoor leisure industry for over 30 years. Family-owned and operated, SGA's vision is to provide leading brands, products and services.
• Warehouse and Distribution Management. Oversee stock integrity, order processing, inventory accuracy, and inbound/outbound logistics to… Show more Sitro Group Australia is a wholesaler and distributor of quality.
• Warehouse and Distribution Management. Oversee stock integrity, order processing, inventory accuracy, and inbound/outbound logistics to meet customer requirements efficiently and on time.
• Performance Monitoring. Manage internal warehouse staff, external 3PLs and freight performance, including cost-saving strategies, staff task management, and meeting sustainability goals.
• Team Leadership. Develop and deliver operational strategies, ensure safety compliance and provide regular performance reports.
• Problem-Solving & Process Improvement. Identify issues in operations, implement solutions and continuously improve processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

• Producing and sourcing durable high-performance products for domestic and export markets, Armstrong Flooring Australia leads through exceptional customer service, innovative design, technical support and responsible.
• Warehouse Management. Overall direction and management of all warehouse facilities and functions.
• Transportation & Distribution Management. Managing procedures, policies and controls to assist in the achievement of high-performing logistics.
• Strategy. Examining market trends and conditions as they affect the warehousing and logistics functions of Armstrong Flooring.
• Safety. Leading the warehouse team and a designated safety leader, continually improving the health and safety culture and performance across all warehouse facilities. Show less

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

• Datapel Systems is a privately owned Australian software business that delivers cloud-based Warehouse Management solutions across various industries including manufacturing, medical, FMCG, retail and mining.
• Delivering expert pre-sales, consultancy and account management services for warehouse management software
• Acting as a key conduit between customers and the Technical Teams, aligning customer process to software workflows and translating complex information in a clear and… Show more Datapel Systems is a privately owned.
• Acting as a key conduit between customers and the Technical Teams, aligning customer process to software workflows and translating complex information in a clear and concise manner
• Identifying new business development opportunities and clients to grow sales
• Account management and driving pre-sales and demonstrations of software capabilities

• FocusIML is a privately owned manufacturing company that focuses on delivering high-end Injection Moulded IML packaging solutions to the Australasian FMCG market. Delivering customised end-to-end packaging solutions.
• Managed marketing, operations, and finance, adopting a lean approach to grow the business from conception
• Cultivated and strengthened strong relationships with key stakeholders
• Engaged in… Show more FocusIML is a privately owned manufacturing company that focuses on delivering high-end Injection Moulded IML packaging solutions to the Australasian FMCG market. Delivering customised end-to-end.
• Engaged in negotiations to grow business capital
• Efficiently oversaw business finances and operations

Melbourne, Australia

• Vacupack is a privately owned manufacturing company that focuses on delivering high-end plastic packaging solutions (pressure and thermo-forming) to the Australasian FMCG market. Delivering customised end-to-end.
• Delivered high-quality leadership in managing a team of over 50 staff including Sales Managers, Sales staff, Machine Operators, Production Managers, Tooling Manager and… Show more Vacupack is a privately owned.
• Delivered high-quality leadership in managing a team of over 50 staff including Sales Managers, Sales staff, Machine Operators, Production Managers, Tooling Manager and Design Department staff
• Managed the demand planning and ordering of raw materials from local and overseas suppliers
• Managed production scheduling across a 24/7 work calendar
• Oversaw HR management, using external providers including Employsure

New Zealand

• SodaStream International is the world leader in the manufacture and supply of home-use sparkling water machines, CO2 gas cylinders and flavoured syrups.
• Delivered strong leadership expertise in supporting the relaunch of SodaStream across Australia
• Worked collaboratively with a small internal team including the General Manager, Finance Manager and Sales Manager
• Oversaw logistics operations, managing third-party warehousing and distribution providers (3PLs)
• Managed… Show more SodaStream International is the world leader in the manufacture and supply of home-use sparkling water machines, CO2 gas cylinders and flavoured syrups.
• Managed the demand planning and purchase ordering across the entire product range

• Civic Transport Services delivers same-day ad-hoc courier services and 3PL operations to customers Australia wide. Services include bike couriers all the way through to large taxi trucks plus 3PL warehousing facilities.
• Recognised for strong performance, securing a promotion from call centre operator to Supervisor and then to Operations Manager, successfully overseeing 5,000+ jobs a day at the business’ peak.
• Reported directly to the Group General Manager and managed a team of… Show more Civic Transport Services delivers same-day ad-hoc courier services and 3PL operations to customers Australia wide. Services include bike.
• Reported directly to the Group General Manager and managed a team of 20+ staff across a fast-paced call centre and radio room
• Drove the delivery of customer service excellence, managing an extremely high level of customer satisfaction
• Led the recruitment, onboarding and coaching of call centre staff

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