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Melbourne, Vic, Au

Leading Newtecpoly towards the commercialisation of an exciting new Australian technology.Key focus is the efficient recycling of problematic contaminated waste plastics that have a negative impact on the environment on a local, national and international level.

A new and exciting Australian manufacturing company committed to improving our environment through recycling a wide range of plastic materials.Newtecpoly’s focus is to utilise waste plastic that would otherwise be destined for landfill from local sources as a raw material for producing quality, commercial grade, recycled plastic products.Our most commercial brand at present is eWood. eWood® is a unique and premium timber replacement product made in Moama using recycled material… Show more A new and exciting Australian manufacturing company committed to improving our environment through recycling a wide range of plastic materials.Newtecpoly’s focus is to utilise waste plastic that would otherwise be destined for landfill from local sources as a raw material for producing quality, commercial grade, recycled plastic products.Our most commercial brand at present is eWood. eWood® is a unique and premium timber replacement product made in Moama using recycled material from a variety of mixed plastics previously destined for landfill. These plastics could be sourced from such items as computers, printers, televisions and other electronic equipment. Unlike any other comparable product in Australia, our patented process allows for this wide range of plastics to be used together – making it the perfect recipe for reducing carbon output.eWood® is a functional and sustainable material which can be used to replace timber, concrete, steel, brick, fibre glass and other virgin plastics in many applications, such as Raised Garden Beds, Sleepers and Planks.eWood® is:- weather resistant, white ant resistant and will not harbour vermin- environmentally Friendly being, 95% recycled and 100% recyclable- 100% Australian- maintenance freeIt's great to be part of such a young, vibrant and 100% Australian company that employs a growing number of people in regional areas. We also actively contribute to the local community through employment and supporting local businesses. Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Reported to National Franchise Distributor ManagerKey Responsibilities and Achievements:- Pursued and promoted Parmalat’s model for a fully aligned and compliant franchise network.- Transitioned long term and fiercely independent distributors to the new model. - Managed the Franchise Business Unit including two senior Franchise Business Managers- Achieved and exceeded state based distribution objectives in a high volume, low margin and competitive market- Assisted… Show more Reported to National Franchise Distributor ManagerKey Responsibilities and Achievements:- Pursued and promoted Parmalat’s model for a fully aligned and compliant franchise network.- Transitioned long term and fiercely independent distributors to the new model. - Managed the Franchise Business Unit including two senior Franchise Business Managers- Achieved and exceeded state based distribution objectives in a high volume, low margin and competitive market- Assisted Franchise Distributors to meet Service Level Agreements and compliance with major corporate accounts including Coles, Woolworths, Independent Supermarkets, BP, Coles Express, and Woolworths Petrol.- Supported Sales and Operations teams to achieve company objectives within the network- Supervised the regular Business Viability Assessments and Business Review process- Scheduled and maintained regular communications to the franchise network- Coordinated the Vic Franchise Leadership Council- Established trust and rapport with the Distributors to educate, manage and assist all parties to achieve the desired commercial outcomes- Successfully managed service deliverables- Reduced departmental costs year on year to meet and exceed new aggressive budgets- Introduced initiatives to consolidate and improve efficiencies for both Parmalat and the network- Assisted with the development of national strategies and business analysis- Engaged with other department heads to coordinate complex cost saving initiatives Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Reported to Franchise Distributor Manager - VicKey Responsibilities and Achievements:- Visited and developed over 20 Franchisee and Distributor relationships- Delivered optimal efficiency, sales and customer service levels- Monitored Franchisee performance and compliance- Planned and managed the transition of remaining non contracted Distributors - Supported Sales and Operations teams to achieve company objectives within the network- Performed regular Business… Show more Reported to Franchise Distributor Manager - VicKey Responsibilities and Achievements:- Visited and developed over 20 Franchisee and Distributor relationships- Delivered optimal efficiency, sales and customer service levels- Monitored Franchisee performance and compliance- Planned and managed the transition of remaining non contracted Distributors - Supported Sales and Operations teams to achieve company objectives within the network- Performed regular Business Viability Assessments and Business Reviews- Scheduled and maintaining regular communications to the franchise network- Successfully represented Parmalat throughout my assigned area and quickly developed a reputation for being approachable and willing to go the extra mile to achieve business objectives. - Established Parmalat Victoria’s first and second Franchises, thus breaking a 5 year impasse- Developed trust within a hostile environment and motivated other large distributors to transition to three additional successful franchises- Took over and steered the successful project to sell company depots to new franchisees- Planned and executed several projects to align customers between Franchise territories- Managed numerous internal projects- Developed successful business cases to acquire and on sell distributor businesses- Promoted to Franchise Distributor Manager - Victoria Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Reported to State ManagerKey Responsibilities and Achievements:- Provided full accountability for operations and the profitable performance of multi sites operations in both metro and regional locations- Ensured delivery of quality customer care and service- Heavily promoted the value of client success ( weight loss results )- Supervised training and centre staff of over 70 employees- Trained and developed Centre Managers and Weight Loss Counsellors- Reviewed… Show more Reported to State ManagerKey Responsibilities and Achievements:- Provided full accountability for operations and the profitable performance of multi sites operations in both metro and regional locations- Ensured delivery of quality customer care and service- Heavily promoted the value of client success ( weight loss results )- Supervised training and centre staff of over 70 employees- Trained and developed Centre Managers and Weight Loss Counsellors- Reviewed and approved centre maintenance requirements- Successfully reversed a negative trading trend against budget and previous year’s performance within 4 months- Learned and modelled the principles of the Jenny Craig program- Conducted New Employee training programs Show less

Australia

Reported to National Sales Manager and Co DirectorsKey Responsibilities and Achievements:- Managed the national relationships with major customer accounts in the petroleum industry including BP Australia Ltd and Mobil Australia Ltd- Maximised income generated from each client- Strategically positioned Radiant within each account- Upheld and promoted the Can Do approach - Nurtured, developed and maintained harmonious and profitable commercial relationships-… Show more Reported to National Sales Manager and Co DirectorsKey Responsibilities and Achievements:- Managed the national relationships with major customer accounts in the petroleum industry including BP Australia Ltd and Mobil Australia Ltd- Maximised income generated from each client- Strategically positioned Radiant within each account- Upheld and promoted the Can Do approach - Nurtured, developed and maintained harmonious and profitable commercial relationships- Participated in major client IT projects such as EFT integration- Updated clients on product releases- Monitored Radiant's services provision against Service Level Agreements- Planned and successfully managed a profitable sales pipeline- Forecasted and reported sales and profit performance to company directors- Facilitated product and technical forums- Scheduled and maintained regular communications with key stakeholders with each client - Drove new business into the South West Pacific region and established new and profitable client groups in Papua New Guinea and Fiji- Positioned Radiant as the sole provider of POS solutions to regional BP Distributors throughout Australia resulting in substantial, on-going income generation- Successfully introduced tighter credit terms leading to improved profitability and reduced outstanding debtors- Identified new product needs and negotiated for their development with client and internal parties.- Created new entry level product sales opportunities for my own clients and other client groups- Coordinated Radiant’s successful involvement in trade shows and controlled expenses within budget- Designed and implemented an automated and centralised quote generation system based on Microsoft Excel Show less

Vic/Tas/Sa/Wa

Reported to National Franchise Manager and Co DirectorKey Responsibilities and Achievements:- Managed regional operations of two wholly owned subsidiary companies in Swimart Pty Ltd (Vic) and Zane Solar Systems, Australia Pty Ltd (Vic/Tas/SA/WA)- Liaised regularly with the independent franchise owners and company personnel to: - Maximize sales and profits - Enhance corporate image - Expand the network of retail sites and service dealers- Trained… Show more Reported to National Franchise Manager and Co DirectorKey Responsibilities and Achievements:- Managed regional operations of two wholly owned subsidiary companies in Swimart Pty Ltd (Vic) and Zane Solar Systems, Australia Pty Ltd (Vic/Tas/SA/WA)- Liaised regularly with the independent franchise owners and company personnel to: - Maximize sales and profits - Enhance corporate image - Expand the network of retail sites and service dealers- Trained new and existing store owners and staff in retailing skills, product knowledge and pool water chemistry- Developed and implemented local, state and national promotional programs- Reported commercial results to senior management- Opened and successfully franchised two new Swimart stores- Negotiated site lease agreements- Coordinated multi state dealer conference- Designed and maintained the national company sales reporting program using advanced Microsoft Excel functionality Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Reported to National Marketing ManagerKey Responsibilities and Achievements:- Established and improved supplier trading terms- Improved service level agreements- Maximised compliance and returns from supplier promotional programs- Rationalised product range - Designed national store shelving layout format- Automated site reporting functions- Coordinated the launch Quix Food Stores in Vic- Managed operational and merchandising activities - Coordinated… Show more Reported to National Marketing ManagerKey Responsibilities and Achievements:- Established and improved supplier trading terms- Improved service level agreements- Maximised compliance and returns from supplier promotional programs- Rationalised product range - Designed national store shelving layout format- Automated site reporting functions- Coordinated the launch Quix Food Stores in Vic- Managed operational and merchandising activities - Coordinated store grand opening activities- Implemented national marketing strategies- Maintained close liaison with Operations colleagues Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Merchandise Manager - Reported to State Marketing ManagerField Counsellor - Reported to District ManagerKey Responsibilities and Achievements:- Managed and refined product ranging- Improved supplier trading terms- Coordinated promotional programming- Category Management - including Tobacco, Confectionery, Snack Foods Soft Drinks, Beverages, Dairy, Automotive- Sourced and recruited new franchisees- Managed and reported for multi site store operations -… Show more Merchandise Manager - Reported to State Marketing ManagerField Counsellor - Reported to District ManagerKey Responsibilities and Achievements:- Managed and refined product ranging- Improved supplier trading terms- Coordinated promotional programming- Category Management - including Tobacco, Confectionery, Snack Foods Soft Drinks, Beverages, Dairy, Automotive- Sourced and recruited new franchisees- Managed and reported for multi site store operations - Managed store staff recruitment at company stores- Managed inventory control- Employed and further developed retail management skills- Mentored excellence in customer service Show less

Bachelor'S Degree, Marketing, Part Completed

Business Communication / Commercial Law / Statistics / Macro Economics / Micro Economics / Accounting

Education record

Management Systems Internal Auditor British Standards Institution - 2014 Level 2 Defensive Driving Program Murcott’s Driving Excellence.