National Logistics Manager
National leadership role with a focus on driving CI initiatives.
Summary about this job
Warehousing, Storage & Distribution
Company: Michael Page Procurement & Supply Chain
Location: Melbourne
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-2-5211-2376
Fax: +61-3-6976-7835
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Detail information about job National Logistics Manager. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Take ownership of the national logistics network
- Drive CI on a national scale
- Join a leading and customer focused global company
A rare opportunity for a confident and commercially astute Supply Chain & Logistics professional wanting to take their career to the next level by joining the operations team at the Freudenberg Group.
Client Details
Freudenberg is a global technology group with a proud and successful history dating back to 1869. In 2017, the Freudenberg Group employed some 48,000 people in some 60 countries worldwide and generated sales of more than 9.3 billion Euros across more than 30 market segments.
In Australia, the Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions (FHCS) business is best known for its Vileda and Oates brands of cleaning products, operating in both the B2B market and the B2C in retail.
Today the FHCS range comprises of more than 2,000 products, and customers include the largest supermarkets, DIY chains, specialist distributors, mass merchants and end users such as major hospitals, shopping centres, airports and government agencies. A key enabler of this market success is consistently delivering the highest levels of service and quality with modern warehousing and supply chain capability that extends globally.
Due to recent growth by acquisition, we have a rare opportunity for a confident and commercially astute Supply Chain & Logistics professional wanting to take their career to the next level by joining the operations team of this premium global company.
Description
Reporting the ANZ Operations Manager, you will take ownership of the National Logistics network comprising of 6 Warehouses, a 3PL and a network of third party freight providers handling both inbound and outbound freight. Specific responsibilities include:
- Overseeing all facets of warehouse function and performance across the six state based warehouses & 3PL
- Assessing, identifying and implementing continuous improvement of operations to deliver improved efficiency and customer satisfaction
- Change management and cultural leadership initiatives through best practice safety standards for warehouse and transport operations, and warehouse staff competency development
- Optimisation of logistics network for inbound and outbound freight through data investigation and analysis
- Ensure ERP systems are harmoniously integrated with warehousing and freight systems for optimal performance
- Performance manage and develop the appropriate resources to achieve excellence
Profile
You will have prior experience in managing a complex logistics operation within the FMCG industry, using values based leadership to inspire others. In addition to this the following skills and experience are necessary for consideration:
- Tertiary qualifications in business/warehousing and logistics
- Familiarity with warehouse and freight management systems (SAP preferred)
- Clearly demonstrated prior experience in monitoring and managing a network of warehouses and freight providers in terms of cost and KPI’s
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong customer service orientation
- Ability to solve operational challenges and align with key cross-functional stakeholders
- At least 5 years’ experience working in an FMCG brand and/or multi-category business
- A global outlook, and desire to work with international teams
- Strong analytical ability, combined with a passion for continuous improvement
Job Offer
- The opportunity to join a leading and customer focused global company
- Significant scope for career growth and promotion, both locally and globally
- Market competitive remuneration package
- A collegiate work environment driven by Freudenberg’s values of diversity and innovation
- Free on-site car parking
- Access to FHCS’ Employee Assistance Program, and global learning academy
- Generous staff discounts on Vileda and Oates products
Please note Michael Page Supply Chain & Logistics have been retained to manage this recruitment process, all direct and third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page for their consideration.
To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Dave Jenkins on +61 3 9607 5625