Logistics Operations Manager

3 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Ferrero International S.A. Full time

Ferrero International S.A. is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook, represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in over 170.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Logistics Operations Manager to oversee the commercial and industrial logistics management operations in support of our business needs.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the proper Commercial Logistic Network strategy, consistent and aligned with business needs for the strategic planning horizon.

  • Anticipate logistics impacts based on scenario planning, providing structured and realistic solutions to implement
  • Supervise the proper execution to assure business excellence in costs and deliveries
  • Own the global logistics Dashboard and relevant KPIs costs, deliveries, safety,…(SQCDME)
Main Responsibilities

The role requires:

  1. Ensuring the proper Commercial Logistic Network strategy, consistent and aligned with business needs for the strategic planning horizon
  2. Anticipating logistics impacts based on scenario planning, providing structured and realistic solutions to implement
  3. Supervising the proper execution to assure business excellence in costs and deliveries
  4. Owning the global logistics Dashboard and relevant KPIs costs, deliveries, safety,…(SQCDME)
  5. Optimizing logistic operations (warehousing and transport) to reduce costs and optimize service in a lean manner
  6. Improving processes and ways of working, with active participation in the professional families in logistics
  7. Interacting with Region / Area / Group in continuous improvements and acting as the SME on logistics for the Region
  8. Defining and implementing strategy and actions on sustainability and environmental improvements
  9. Assuring proper processes and execution on People and Food Safety across the entire network
  10. Ensuring IT strategy on systems and ERP are well in place, covering all the logistic requirements
  11. Supervising, coordinating and supporting Commercial Logistics in budgeting, negotiation and agreement activities
  12. Defining Commercial and Plant Logistics Supply Chain budget/ensuring minimal deviation vs actual (budget ownership) with clear assumptions and scenarios
  13. Leading the definition and negotiation of agreements/contracts together with Supply Chain Procurement for logistic services
  14. Managing production planning, supply planning, controlling and other respective matters and functions
  15. Participating in Plant governance and playing a strong role in the leadership team
  16. Ensuring the safety and being fully responsible for a safe work environment at any time, implementing group procedures and risk assessment
  17. Guaranteeing full traceability from inbound to Production (and vice-versa) together with the Quality team
  18. Leading projects across different areas of improvements, CAPEX and OPEX, FOX (SIM, KPI, KK, PSG), warehouse, as well as in Environment improvements around waste / disposal/ CO2
  19. Coordinating logistic flows from warehouses to lines, by planning and managing spaces and resources
  20. Ensuring a proper inventory execution, stock level and documentation on packaging and optimizing deliveries for raw materials, pack and finish products flows inside and outside of the plant (export countries)
  21. Organizing the operators shift within the internal warehouses and coordinating all operative matters
  22. Leading and developing the team, ensuring their professional growth
Key Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

  • University Degree in Supply Chain
  • Knowledge of the end-to-end Supply Chain for FMCG, with knowledge of logistics operations supporting Industrial Manufacturing operations
  • Understanding the Logistics Operations in the Australian market, knowledge of COR regulations
  • APICS certification (or substantial completion) – preferably CPIM
  • Track record in leading warehouse operations, or a background in manufacturing operations is preferred
  • Excellent communication skills (written and oral), high-level interpersonal skills and sound judgment
  • Proven skills in team leadership, mentoring, problem-solving and project management
  • Excellent stakeholder management, ability to deal with multiple stakeholders and handle competing priorities
  • Proactivity in identifying areas for improvement and taking the actions required
  • Experience in managing safety programs in an Industrial environment
  • Openness to travel with the flexibility of the working week arrangement (2 days in Plant, 3 days in Business Unit)
  • Advanced MS Office skills, SAP is considered a strong plus


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