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Leading the Victorian Stegbar team in three delivery of quality products and services.

Operational lead in the development of a bespoke production line for a newly release Energy Efficient Window suite. This line was designed and developed to deliver productivity gains and to solve long standing manual handling challenges in the production of highly customised window solutions.

General Manager of the William Russell Doors business. Developing systems and process to deliver a consistency in operational efficiency and revenue generation through a challenging period of COVID 19. Restructured the team to delivery succession options enabling good leaders to grow into new roles.

A newly formed role for the Corinthian Doors business, with the initial objective to rationalise and standardise the range, removing complexities from the portfolio that didn't add value. Then building a clear roadmap for growth and delivering on new product introductions to grow the strength of the brand and the longevity of the portfolio.

- Member of the executive team, reporting to the CEO, leading Engineering and Design Innovation for Australasia’s largest RV manufacturer.- A multi- disciplined team, 19 strong, of Product Designers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Compliance Engineering, CAD designers, technicians and administrative support.- Project management of multiple projects at one time in compressed development cycles.- Business case development answering: Why? What? When? How?- SIOP (Sales,… Show more - Member of the executive team, reporting to the CEO, leading Engineering and Design Innovation for Australasia’s largest RV manufacturer.- A multi- disciplined team, 19 strong, of Product Designers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Compliance Engineering, CAD designers, technicians and administrative support.- Project management of multiple projects at one time in compressed development cycles.- Business case development answering: Why? What? When? How?- SIOP (Sales, Inventory, Operations and Planning) for new product and change.- Researching consumer insights and identification of market and consumer trends.- New technology testing, validation and implementation.- Compliance management in alignment with all vehicle, gas and electrical standards. - Member of industry committees representing and supporting business interest.- Management of the prototype workshop, for fast iterative development.ACHIEVEMENTS: PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Training and development of technical staff systems. Process implementation structured systems. Short term task prioritisation to 3-4 month horizon planning.PRODUCT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT: Development of management systems for the product portfolio, Development of product vs pricing strategies. Portfolio development, filling market gaps. A 12 month plan and a broader 2-3 year strategy for product. NEXT GENERATION CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION: Development of a re-engineered chassis and suspension system. Saving weight and cost, with improved performance. Project delivered to meet objectives and within a compressed project lead-time of 12 months.PROCESSES AND SYSTEMS: Process Mapping, Change Management, and Component Introduction & Approval, implementing discipline and accuracy. Standardisation & Rationalisation: A driving principal for design and engineering focused on component reduction and simplification. Show less

- Dexion is a global brand renowned for industrial racking solutions and commercial storage systems. - Responsible for the research and development of the commercial portfolio that involves the management of an international multi-disciplined design team supporting sales and operations in Australia, New Zealand, South East and Northern East Asia. Accomplished project management capability for the delivery of complex projects to meet strategic objectives. A leadership style founded on… Show more - Dexion is a global brand renowned for industrial racking solutions and commercial storage systems. - Responsible for the research and development of the commercial portfolio that involves the management of an international multi-disciplined design team supporting sales and operations in Australia, New Zealand, South East and Northern East Asia. Accomplished project management capability for the delivery of complex projects to meet strategic objectives. A leadership style founded on respect and trust, ensuring the cross functional teams collaborate and have engendered personal commitment to deliver outstanding results. - The role combines the control over the commercial supply chain, including the relationship management, negotiations, contract management and quality assurance process development and implementation.Achievements: OUTSOURCING: The core shelving system from Australia to China, that represented over 50% of company revenue. Delivered improved quality and commitment to CAPEX objectives.INNOVATION: Development of an innovation culture business wide with creative discussion groups, cross functional team collaboration, and insight development.EXPANSION: A multinational team. Expanded engineering roles into Malaysia.HIGH PERFORMANCE: Challenged to exceed their own expectations staff achieved higher levels of engagement. Show less

Leading the product development management for the commercial product portfolio. Strategic management of the portfolio with the aim to build growth in conjunction with management if strategic sourcing of products from China.Tasked with merging three design teams into one focus on a regional approach with standardised designs that service a three brand strategy.CEO AWARD 2011: A prestigious award achieved for the successful execution of product outsourcing program for Dexion… Show more Leading the product development management for the commercial product portfolio. Strategic management of the portfolio with the aim to build growth in conjunction with management if strategic sourcing of products from China.Tasked with merging three design teams into one focus on a regional approach with standardised designs that service a three brand strategy.CEO AWARD 2011: A prestigious award achieved for the successful execution of product outsourcing program for Dexion Commercial LEADERSHIP: Successfully coordinated the merging of three design teams into one; rationalised processes and developed a culture of collaboration.PARCEL LOCKER DEVELOPMENT: Development and trial phase of locker implementation included; Coordination of production, installation and delivery of lockers to Singapore on a compressed time line of 6 months from concept to installation. Show less

- Leading the product development team of Product Designers and Engineers- Portfolio management; merging Precision and Dexion Product to market- Coordination of design management with other Dexion business units- Environmental and Sustainability process implementation- Manufacturing restructuring to partial outsourcing

Leading the product development team of Product Designers and Engineers.Portfolio management and rationalisation of Optim and Precision product portfolio.Product and process improvement in the operation of the factory.Achievements:NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTION: Development of new workstation systems including; business case, project management, budget management, production trials and launch.SOFTWARE IMPLEMENTATION: Implementation of a 3D CAD system (SolidWorks).PROCESS:… Show more Leading the product development team of Product Designers and Engineers.Portfolio management and rationalisation of Optim and Precision product portfolio.Product and process improvement in the operation of the factory.Achievements:NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTION: Development of new workstation systems including; business case, project management, budget management, production trials and launch.SOFTWARE IMPLEMENTATION: Implementation of a 3D CAD system (SolidWorks).PROCESS: Implemented the Stage Gate development process throughout Audeo Group. Show less

- Workstation, partition, cabinet and bespoke design- Technical support for mechanical workstation designs- Innovation and development of new product designs- Product improvements and coordination with design updates with supply chain and in-house production unit- Tender Management for national contracts, including the custom design solutions required to achieve conformityAchievements:PRODUCT STRATEGY: Developed a product strategy for a workstation… Show more - Workstation, partition, cabinet and bespoke design- Technical support for mechanical workstation designs- Innovation and development of new product designs- Product improvements and coordination with design updates with supply chain and in-house production unit- Tender Management for national contracts, including the custom design solutions required to achieve conformityAchievements:PRODUCT STRATEGY: Developed a product strategy for a workstation range.RECRUITMENT: Team expansion and recruitment of two junior designers. Show less

- Design management and sales support- Project management for product production- Display Systems and Exhibition design- Signage and promotional graphic design layout and production.

Business partner and co-designer in a consultancy to develop bespoke pieces of furniture and custom designer products. A hands on roll that involved design and manufacturing/crafting the pieces.

Role in the Laundry division, tasked with support of the role out of the 'cut-away' display units for the US market.