Head of Operations

5 days ago

Melbourne, Australia Hunter Executive Search Consultants Full time

Swan Hill, VIC where lifestyle is one of balance
- Well-established, privately-owned manufacturing business
- 20% growth year on year

Hunter Executive is pleased to be partnering with a successful manufacturing company to find a Head of Operations to develop and implement organisational strategies, policies, and practices.

With 9 direct reports, you will also be responsible for the Operations, Production, Logistics and Warehousing, Procurement, WHS and QA functions across four sites and will take a lead role in providing financial and operational support for 90+ staff.

**The Person**

To be successful you will have recent experience in an Operational Management role with substantial manufacturing leadership experience and the ability develop people to their full potential.

You will also have demonstrated financial governance experience, sound analytical skills and be willing to be hands on with the team to deliver results.

**The 'Ideal' person will have**:

- Previous operations management experience within logistics, warehousing & manufacturing
- Strong leadership skills and experience managing diverse team
- The ability to implement standard systems of work
- Previous multisite manufacturing experience
- Ability to manage, Influence and build rapport with stakeholders from a variety of functions to achieve operational outcomes
- Practical experience and the willingness to be hands on as required
- Demonstrated negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Experience working for a business who had significant revenue growth
- High integrity, an enthusiastic and positive attitude, and a desire to help grow the business

**The role**:

- Conduct continual analysis and evaluation of strategic information (revenues, installation margins, freight cost, manufacturing operations etc.)
- Manage day-to-day operations in purchasing, product and vendor management, receiving, warehousing, stock and picking/shipping operations as well as carrier management
- Oversee financial management, planning, systems and controls
- Develop and control individual program budgets
- Liaise with all Factory and Admin managers to create smooth workflow and working environment
- Implement a LEAN management system for all areas with a continuous improvements program
- Improving and managing Project management and quoting system for Industrial section
- Producing and collating KPI's for GM and Board
- Budget forecasting and O/Head reduction
- Facilitation of document production, activity planning and ERP execution
- Implementation of the company's Site Safety Management Plan
- Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with all OHS requirements
- Improve current production and despatch schedules by improving systems

**What's in it for you?**
- A secure position with a stable, well-established, privately owned organisation that has strong customer relationships in place and exciting growth plans
- The opportunity to change and transform the way things are done
- Personal & professional development, providing you with direction, training, leadership, and recognition
- Approachable, down to earth leadership team with a supportive, friendly, and professional working environment.
- Attractive salary package + relocation and accommodation support

**If you've been considering a lifestyle change our client will support, you (and your family) with relocation costs.**

Swan Hill has so much to offer delivering both relaxed rural living and big-city sophistication. Located just three and a half hours north-west from Melbourne and five and a half hours from Adelaide, the region is renowned for its Murray River location. With more sunny days per year than the Gold Coast, and a temperature that averages 23 degrees, the Swan Hill Region is a natural choice for lovers of sunshine, nature and good food and wine, with many outdoor and water activities to keep you active - no matter the season.

Services on offer in the community are equal to that of larger regional centres with several schools and easy access to health services.

**How to apply**

Please click on the 'Apply' button to send your resume (Microsoft Word copy preferred). For a confidential conversation please contact Jayde Stokes, 0456 807 631.
- All Hunter Executive Search Consultants are accredited members of the RCSA (Recruitment and Consulting Services Association)._

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