Senior Distribution Centre Manager

2 months ago

Moorabbin Airport, Australia Avery Dennison Full time
Job Description

ABOUT YOUR ROLE 

You will lead a local DC Team & Warehouse in Melbourne You will report to the National Operations Manager, and manage safety, quality, production, and incoming / outgoing freight and the establishment of performance improvement strategies and standard work practices for the Melbourne DC. You will lead and take initiatives to develop strategies & operational practices that will ensure the business meets and exceeds customer expectations.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

Local DC Management:

  • Manage the Slitting and distribution activities of the DC, ensuring effectiveness and efficiency of operation. Measure and monitor performance against established metrics
  • All customer order requests are met and that established levels are maintained or exceeded.
  • Ensure world-class (and safe) work practices and procedures are identified and implemented throughout the DC.
  • Drive scrap, waste, and energy reduction in line with Avery Dennison’s sustainability goals
  • Manage inventory movements and inventory accuracy.
  • Drive continuous improvements in productivity and operational effectiveness, service responsiveness and reliability (consistency).

Freight:

  • Liaise with regularly with Supply Chain for all incoming inventory (imports, stock transfers, airfreight)
  • Manage all outgoing freight in line with customer service agreements (local and interstate)
  • Manage outgoing freight utilization and budget (freight out cost per unit)
  • Actively support monthly management of 3PL and freight providers

Process Improvement:

  • Establish a Process Mindset that embeds the utilization of ELS (i.e. Lean and Six Sigma Tools). Apply concepts such as 5S, Visual Management, Kanban, SMED, VSM, and other improvement tools.
  • Introduce change through processes, programs and communication strategies that will embed a culture of “Customer First” within the Melbourne DC 

Safety Management:

  • Provide and maintain, so far as is reasonably practicable, a safe working environment, safe systems and procedures of work, with plant, equipment and substances in safe condition.  Ensure Hazards are reasonably identified and controlled
  • Provide information, instruction, training and supervision to ensure that each employee follows appropriate workplace procedures and is safe from injury and risk to health.
  • Promote employee safety as a priority by actively driving compliance with Company safety programs and systems (especially the Safety Management Framework), workplace policies and procedures, laws and regulations.
  • Monitor, evaluate, investigate and report OHS performance, including reporting of all injuries, incidents, illnesses, near-misses, hazards and corrective actions. 

People Leadership:

  • Continually review the potential and capability of DC staff at their local  DC, and ensure the requisite capabilities and skills are in place to drive continual improvement in productivity and process.
  • Through an integrated training system, upgrade and develop talent to ensure a more customer oriented, and process & productivity improvement focus.
  • Act as a leader to all ANZ DC Managers and Team Leaders in the network to build network performance improvements.  
  • Mentor and support the ELS Coordinator to build their capabilities 
  • Ensure alignment with the company’s Values and Ethics, Code of Business Conduct, Human Resources Policies, Occupational Health & Safety Policies and other standards.

 


Qualifications

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications (preferably degree qualified and/or relevant industry recognized training)
  • 10 + years experience leading a team in a manufacturing environment
  • ELS  & EHS experience is required. 
  • Willingness to undertake ongoing professional development training
  • Demonstrated problem solving ability
  • Excellent planning & organization skills
  • Advanced reporting and computer systems skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills (including presentations)


Additional Information

Join our growing business Australian business, and benefit from our global leadership and scale to deliver exciting solutions in retail, logistics and food. Work cross-functionally to develop your skills and grow your career in this sustainable and innovative business.

MORE FEATURES OF WORKING AT AVERY DENNISON

  • Employee Assistance Program for all staff and their families
  • Training and Development Opportunities
  • Salary Packaging Options 
  • Joining a Global Industry Leader there is a wide range of transfer and promotion opportunities both locally and abroad 
  • Competitive Salary and Annual Bonus
  • Great place Tow work certified which includes Birthday day off, Volunteering leave and a wide range of wellness opportunities.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. At Avery Dennison, people are at the heart of what we do. We promote and encourage a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can be their best.

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