We are representing a leading global FMCG company, recognized for its commitment to excellence and innovation, in their search for a National Optimisation Manager. This newly created role is a result of significant year-on-year growth across APAC and a dedication to maintaining world-class supply chain operations.

Our client is celebrated as an exceptional workplace, consistently earning accolades for its outstanding workplace culture. This organisation has been featured in prestigious lists, including "Best Companies to Work For" and "Most Admired Companies," reflecting its commitment to employee engagement, strong leadership, and a culture of innovation.

This newly created role involves leading and optimising the Operations Network across ANZ, including a complex warehouse network, with a strong focus on driving operational excellence through the integration of cutting-edge technology and automation solutions. The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to lead exciting Continuous Improvement (CI) projects, accelerating the organisation’s transformation journey. This high-impact role will be exciting, fast paced, and will be key to delivering world-class projects; designed to ensure a safe, sustainable, and high-performing supply chain for the future.


Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will focus on optimising Distribution Center (DC) operations and refining the logistics network strategy to enhance overall efficiency and performance. You will be instrumental in driving technology integration across the network, acting as a key conduit between IT and operations to ensure seamless implementation of automation and IT solutions. Your responsibilities include maximizing the efficiency of current operations, strategically planning and managing capacity, and ensuring compliance across all warehouses. You will also design and execute a long-term logistics network strategy, managing budgets, schedules, and project plans to align with the organization's future growth. Additionally, you will lead initiatives to improve process quality and operational compliance, while fostering strong relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders.

What You Will Need:

• A background in FMCG/Retail DC Optimisation projects with a key focus on best in class technology and automation solutions
• Proven leadership experience with a passion for developing talent and teams. An ability to engage and influence the SLT is essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with extensive experience in delivering solutions across technical environments.
• Excellent project management skills and an ability to prioritise and deliver within a fast paced operation.

Culture and Benefits: Our client offers an attractive compensation package, including a wide range of benefits from various partners. This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven and customer-focused individual to advance their career with a leading global FMCG company, renowned for its commitment to employee development and a positive workplace culture.

Benefits include:

• Financial benefits such as healthcare, financial wellbeing, and insurance.
• Continuous training and opportunities for career progression.
• Paid parental leave schemes.
• Volunteer days and access to an onsite gym.
• Being part of one of the world's most recognizable brands.
• A supportive leadership team that will guide you throughout your career.
• A fun and collaborative team culture.
• Access to employee benefits and development programs from day one.
• The chance to work with like-minded individuals who are driven by exceeding targets and improving outcomes.

To apply online, please click on the apply function. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact: Lewis Ironside on 0435 824 108 or lironside@sharpandcarter.com.au