As the Director and Founder of Thinkwise Consulting, I help organisations with their strategic, operational and commercial challenges and opportunities. With over 25 years of experience in diverse industries, such as construction, building, FMCG, and chemical, I have a proven track record of delivering performance improvement, customer service excellence, and profitable growth.My core competencies include leading and developing high-performing teams, implementing strategic initiatives and continuous improvement opportunities, and solving complex problems in global and domestic environments. I am passionate about making a positive impact, empowering my clients and partners, and achieving great outcomes for the organisations I work for.
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DirectorThinkwise ConsultingMelbourne, Vic, Au
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General ManagerShape Homes Feb 2024 - PresentMelbourne, Victoria, Au -
Harvard Business Review Advisory CouncilHarvard Business School Dec 2023 - PresentBoston, Ma, Us -
DirectorThinkwise Consulting May 2023 - PresentDirector and Founder of Thinkwise Consulting. Helping organisations with their strategic, operational and commercial challenges and opportunities.
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Head Of Business PerformancePorter Davis Homes Nov 2022 - Mar 2023Melbourne, Victoria, AuResponsible for operational and commercial performance uplift across the business -
Director Of Operations, AnzItw Construction Products - Asia Pacific Aug 2020 - Nov 2022Moorabbin, Victoria, AuThis role included responsibility for the Supply Chain (sourcing, planning, warehousing and logistics), Manufacturing, Quality and Customer Service for the Ramset, Reid, Danley and Buildex brands across ANZ. -
Non Executive DirectorEssential Coffee Apr 2020 - Apr 2022Burleigh Heads, Queensland, AuNED for the Company with normal Director duties -
General Manager (West)Porter Davis Aug 2016 - Mar 2020Melbourne, Victoria, AuThe role is responsible for the effective management of operational and strategic activities of Porter Davis Homes west of Melbourne . The overall business has a geographic scope that is bounded by Greater Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Traralgon and the Mornington Peninsula. The role incorporates sales management, workflow management, financial/budget management, staff management/development, business planning/strategy and most importantly, respecting the customers dream. The key measures include EBITDA and customer satisfaction. -
Head Of Supply ChainIxom Mar 2015 - Apr 2016Melbourne, Vic, AuIxom is the previous Orica Chemicals division which was sold to Blackstone Private Equity in March 2015. Reporting to the CEO of Ixom with responsibility for developing and implementing the end-to-end Supply Chain strategy for the imported and manufacturing chemicals businesses with sales of ~$800m pa, EBIT ~$82m pa and a supply chain budget of ~ $102m.Responsibilities Include ➢ Direct responsibility for sales and operations planning, procurement, shipping, transport and warehousing ➢ Developed strategic Supply Chain solutions to grow the business in international markets ➢ Introduced Sales and Operations planning into the business adopting the BUKER methodology ➢ Safety performance for all distribution activities -
Supply Chain Manager, Chemicals AustraliaOrica Apr 2011 - Feb 2015East Melbourne, Victoria, AuReporting to the General Manager of Orica Chemicals Australia with responsibility for developing and implementing the end-to-end Supply Chain strategy for the imported and manufacturing chemicals businesses with sales of ~$800m pa, EBIT ~$82m pa and a supply chain budget of ~ $102m.Responsibilities Include ➢ Direct responsibility for sales and operations planning, procurement, shipping, transport and warehousing ➢ Developed strategic Supply Chain solutions to grow the business in international markets ➢ Introduced Sales and Operations planning into the business adopting the BUKER methodology ➢ Safety performance for all distribution activities -
Consultant: Strategy And Process EngineeringUnisuper Dec 2010 - Apr 2011Melbourne, Vic, AuConsultant working on member retention strategic initiative at UniSuper Superannuation fund.Responsibilities includePolicy and procedure developmentOrganisational system and structural designProcess re-engineeringTraining and education program development -
Group Supply And Operations Manager, Footwear, Outerwear And SportPacific Brands 2008 - Jan 2011Melbourne, Victoria, AuSupply Chain responsibility including sourcing, planning, customer service and logistics for brands such as Clark's, Grosby, Slazenger, Dunlop, Hush Puppies, Mossimo, Super Dry, Everlast, Malvern Star, Ridley, Haro, Cat-eye, Lee, Riders, Wrangler Total supply chain responsibility and interface for the division including• Strategic Sourcing throghout Asia• Group Sales and Operational Planning execution• Customer Service systems and optomisation Systems integration across businesses -
Group Supply And Operations Manager, Home Comfort Group At Pacific BrandsPacific Brands 2006 - 2008Melbourne, Victoria, AuDevelopment, planning and execution of Supply Chain strategy for five business units (Tontine, Sheridan, Dunlop Flooring, Dunlop Foams and Sleepmaker).Total supply chain responsibility and interface for the division including• Strategic Sourcing throughout Asia• Group Sales and Operational Planning execution• DC Facilities Management• Pacific Brands Group Transport -
Process Improvement Manager, Supply ChainPacific Brands 2005 - 2006Melbourne, Victoria, AuResponsibility for identifying, initiating and delivering Supply Chain best practice from source of supply to customer for Pacific Brands businesses with total yearly sales of $1.5 billion. Management of Pacific Brands Process Improvement Team Establishing supply chain best practices throughout Pacific Brands Development of strategic plans for new Supply Chain technology (RFID and Purchase Order systems) Development of standard Supply Chain KPI's Conducted strategic review of entire Supply Chain activities of major Pacific Brands business -
Non-Executive DirectorAustral Credit Union 2002 - 2008Non-Executive Director and Chariman of the Audit CommitteeFiduciary duties include the responsible management and operation of over $700m of assets for approximately 20,000 customers. Experience with 4 mergers and acquisitions
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Manager Export And Manufacturing Logistics, Kodak AustralasiaKodak 2003 - 2004Rochester, New York, UsResponsibility for exports to Greater Asian Region and Pacific Islands totalling more than $300m per annum. Additional responsibility for site logistics comprising 4 storage and handling facilities. -
Manufacturing And Stores SupervisorKodak 2001 - 2003Rochester, New York, UsResponsibility for several production zones including Emulsion Manufacture (24 hour operation), Chemical Stores and Water Treatment (Silver Recovery) facility. Responsibility included cost performance, quality, labour, OH&S, waste, cycle time and regulatory requirements. -
Manager Project Teams – Research ScientistKodak 1996 - 2001Rochester, New York, UsInitially a member of several project teams working on a mixture of R&D and process improvement projects. After approximately 18 months I assumed the leadership of several projects with the responsibility for delivering the goals of these projects. Coordination of resources and setting project direction to meet project milestones Statistical design of experiments and analysis of data for new product formulations
Geoff County Education Details
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Harvard Business SchoolLeadership And Business Performance -
Australian Institute Of Company DirectorsCorporate Governance -
Melbourne Business School (Mba)Business -
Melbourne Business SchoolMba -
Monash University, (Bsc (Hons), Ph D)Chemistry -
Mentone GrammarHsc
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Geoff County attended Harvard Business School, Australian Institute Of Company Directors, Melbourne Business School (Mba), Melbourne Business School, Monash University, (Bsc (Hons), Ph D), Mentone Grammar.
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