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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Responsible for the day to day running of the business, manufacturing operable walls and accordion doors. Management of Admin, Sales, Operations and Manufacturing, ensuring production deadlines and sales targets are met whilst driving and upholding company values and culture. Responsible for HR functions and all facets of the employee lifecycle within the business.

Brisbane

Provide overall project management support to the Head of Asia Pacific Operations in the set-up and implementation of various local and global projects with a focus on continuous improvement to aid Canterbury’s 2020 vision including management of budget, communication and project updates and reporting to various stakeholder groups. • Key contributor in project team to locate suitable premises and relocate the Brisbane Operation from Coopers Plains to Eight Mile Plains and transition the… Show more Provide overall project management support to the Head of Asia Pacific Operations in the set-up and implementation of various local and global projects with a focus on continuous improvement to aid Canterbury’s 2020 vision including management of budget, communication and project updates and reporting to various stakeholder groups. • Key contributor in project team to locate suitable premises and relocate the Brisbane Operation from Coopers Plains to Eight Mile Plains and transition the business to the new premises. Instrumental in make good of Coopers Plains premises and closure of distribution centre.• Conducted review of operational processes for the Australian and New Zealand businesses, documenting, refining and mapping over 50 processes and distributing to relevant stakeholders.Achievements:• On-boarded new local embellishment company reducing timelines and costs, increasing efficiency and improving consistency of product. Resulted in savings in excess of $90k annually. Concluded business relationship with 2 local suppliers in lieu of this new vendor.• Facilitated closure of Melbourne office at end of lease, including sale or relocation of assets, make good of premises and research suitable locations for serviced office space.• Instrumental in establishing new process for Hong Kong orders to be embellished in house with Shanghai business partner, reducing costs and timeframes.• Carried out review of the Teamwear Expediting division, including processes, platforms and skill sets, resulting in divisional restructure and establishing new reporting lines.• Facilitated transition of Canterbury Hong Kong Teamwear business from Canterbury Australia to be managed by the Pentland Shanghai office, whilst maintaining the completion of Graphic Art within Australia Show less

Brisbane

Head of Australasian Operations Team, providing support and service to the Sales and Distributor network by overseeing the manufacture, import and distribution of all Teamwear orders for the Australian, New Zealand and Hong Kong businesses. Development of relationships with key strategic partners whilst building strong relationships with onshore and offshore suppliers to ensure budgets and production targets are being achieved. Development and execution of strategic plans, budgets and… Show more Head of Australasian Operations Team, providing support and service to the Sales and Distributor network by overseeing the manufacture, import and distribution of all Teamwear orders for the Australian, New Zealand and Hong Kong businesses. Development of relationships with key strategic partners whilst building strong relationships with onshore and offshore suppliers to ensure budgets and production targets are being achieved. Development and execution of strategic plans, budgets and forecasts to improve margins and productivity and implementation of processes and procedures and training of staff in same. Direct management of 14 staff and regulation of 18 supply vendors across 4 countries.Achievements:• Introduced system of low duty value import shipments, resulting in savings to the business in excess of over $500,000.• Implementation of automatic generation of purchase orders increasing productivity with a reduction of up to 16 hours processing per week and eliminating the duplication of data entry• Undertook review of freight courier service, seeking tenders for the business and facilitating the transition to new provider for the total Australian business to improve overall service delivery to 96%• Restructure of Operations team, resulting in reduction of Human Resources and increased productivity• Introduction process of ‘cross dock’, direct to client shipping ex China reducing shipping costs and improved delivery timeframes of 2-3 days• Key contributor in the planning and delivery of a Global Continuous Improvement conference held in Shanghai in June 2015• Spearheaded the integration of the CCC Asian Teamwear business into the Australasian business in 2015• Member of project team established to review and assess suitability of ERP systems ahead of a proposed migration to a new system.• Regular travel to Hong Kong and China to visit manufacturing partners to strengthen relationships, discuss forecasts, and ensure on time delivery of product. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

Principal Accountabilities:• Carry out the HR functions including administration, interview and recruitment, inductions, company compensation and benefits, and employee relations• Facilitate and deliver staff training and development• Coordination of business Performance Development Reviews• Return to Work and Rehabilitation Coordinator for Australian business• Provide advice regarding statutory obligations and requirements ensuring deductions are made accurately… Show more Principal Accountabilities:• Carry out the HR functions including administration, interview and recruitment, inductions, company compensation and benefits, and employee relations• Facilitate and deliver staff training and development• Coordination of business Performance Development Reviews• Return to Work and Rehabilitation Coordinator for Australian business• Provide advice regarding statutory obligations and requirements ensuring deductions are made accurately and remitted to the appropriate authorities by due dates.• Accurate and timely monthly reporting and EOM procedures.• Prepare End of Financial Year reconciliations.• Prepare Annual Workers Compensation and Payroll Tax returns. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

Principal Accountabilities:• Maintain OTB plan for stock lines for the Australian business• Place orders on overseas Vendors for stock lines and manage on-time delivery of same• Liaise with overseas suppliers to ensure outsourced work is produced to company standards, including costs, lead times and quality whilst meeting Corporate Responsibility guidelines• Liaise with freight forwarders to ensure customs/import requirements and delivery dates are met• Preparation of… Show more Principal Accountabilities:• Maintain OTB plan for stock lines for the Australian business• Place orders on overseas Vendors for stock lines and manage on-time delivery of same• Liaise with overseas suppliers to ensure outsourced work is produced to company standards, including costs, lead times and quality whilst meeting Corporate Responsibility guidelines• Liaise with freight forwarders to ensure customs/import requirements and delivery dates are met• Preparation of shipping documentation for export freight• Negotiate discounts/credits for late delivery or quality issues• Monthly reporting on supplier KPI Show less

Darwin, Australia

Responsible for support functions of the Northern Territory business including HR, Payroll (CHRIS), Training and DevelopmentAchievements:Facilitated closure of Darwin Branch of the Reserve Bank, including transfer of records to Head Office, closure of accounts, sale of assets including Manager’s residence and branch furniture and fittings.

Diploma Of Management, Banking And Financial Support Services

Diploma completed by correspondence from Darwin, NT.

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