Craig Hillard
Hampton Park,Victoria
Summary
Quality-driven and hardworking with positive personality and over 30 years of experience in business.
Establishes positive relationships with stakeholders and colleagues through communication and coordination skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Craig Hillard Import & Shipping Coordinator
Independant Hardware Group
04.2017 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation for all shipments, ensuring compliance with regulations and minimizing potential liabilities.
- Prepared and maintained accurate records of shipments and deliveries to enable tracking history and acquire consistent information.
- Managed complex shipping schedules, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance to meet strict deadlines.
- Ensured timely deliveries with effective communication between warehouse staff, carriers, and customers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with shipping vendors to achieve reliable delivery of orders and boost rapport.
- Coordinated international shipments, navigating customs requirements and import/export laws for efficient delivery of goods.
Category Assistant
Independant Hardware Group
02.2015 - 04.2017
- Enhanced supplier relations by maintaining consistent communication and addressing issues efficiently.
- Assisted in creating engaging product presentations for internal meetings and external vendor communications that highlighted unique selling points effectively.
- Supported the implementation of new software tools designed to streamline sourcing processes which led to increased work efficiency.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of vendors in order to ensure compliance with established service level agreements and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Analyzed sales data, utilizing insights to optimize product selection and drive revenue growth.
Import Demand Planner
Independant Hardware Group
01.2012 - 02.2015
- Reduced inventory costs by optimizing safety stock levels and effectively managing obsolete items.
- Presented monthly forecast updates to senior management, highlighting key changes and risks in the demand outlook.
- Monitored actual sales performance against forecasts, adjusting plans as necessary to ensure optimal inventory levels are maintained.
- Ran weekly fill rate reports to highlight potential issues and corresponding solutions.
- Developed collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment in demand planning processes.
Materials Manager
Iveco Trucks Australia Pty Ltd
03.2005 - 01.2012
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize excess or obsolete inventory.
- Monitored safety stock levels and established order policies to balance inventory availability with minimal investment.
- Developed comprehensive supplier performance metrics to ensure continuous improvement in service levels and product quality.
- Managed subordinates and gave directives, drafted schedules and comprehensively evaluated performance.
- Maintained material control and information systems, supporting manufacturing and balancing inventory surpluses with customer demand.
- Coordinated with production planning teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials required for scheduled productions runs.
- Established strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers to facilitate seamless communication throughout the supply chain process.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
Product Manager
Mono Pumps Australia Pty Ltd
03.2001 - 03.2005
- Commercial and technical support of all Mono’s Agricultural, Solar and Wilden products and to support the sales teams in achieving the companies sales and operational goals
- Assist internal and external sales personnel and wider dealer network through effective training, product awareness and assistance in the field
- Liaise with technical and manufacturing departments on product development programs
- Maintain records on competitor activity including product ranges, pricing, market share, promotion and changes to distribution channels
- Establish, implement and communicate the company’s strategic marketing plan
- Provide analysis and reports of product sales in sub-sectors of the agricultural market by revenue and margin and comparison to history and forecast targets for all product ranges
STOCK CONTROL OFFICER
NHP Electrical Engineering Pty Ltd
01.1997 - 03.2001
- Stock forecasting
- Monitoring of Stock Control Factors
- Lead Time analysis
- Implementation of procedures for new items and item ranges
- Training of Product Managers in stock control methods
- Produce inventory and stock budget reports for management
- Review and set branch stock levels
- Co-ordinate bi-annual stocktake
- Check Purchase Order quantities
- Maintain item master and balance records
Production Planner
Volgren Australia
08.1991 - 01.1997
- Supervise Warehouse staff
- Co-ordinate and control cycle counts and annual stocktake
- Use of MRP II system to control material issue to production
- Communication with Production Management regarding shortages
- Investigate stock discrepancies
- Despatch of shipments domestically and overseas
- Spare Parts enquiries and sales
- Preparation of Bills of Material using MRP II system
- Compilation of spreadsheets and production reports for management
- Stock management
- Sourcing of material
- Establishment and implementation of O.H.&S. procedures
- Negotiation of Enterprise Bargaining Agreements
Clerk Supply
Royal Australian Air Force
08.1982 - 08.1991
- Negotiation of contracts with United States Services for the supply of spare parts in support of RAAF aircraft
- Establishing and maintenance of spreadsheets and financial databases
- Preparation for the return of repairable items to the US Air Force and monitoring replacement assets
- Liason with US Services to investigate supply discrepancies
- Conduct lectures for the training of new personnel in Foreign Military Sales procedures
- Maintain supply records and control classified files and correspondence
- Compile commitment and expenditure reports for management
- Redistribute equipment to other RAAF establishments
- Supervise and train junior staff
- Input, monitor and expedite customer requirements in an automated supply system
- Procurement of locally sourced items and processing of payment documentation
- Training in first aid and firefighting
Education
High School Diploma -
Mitchell Park High School
Adelaide, SA12.1981
Skills
- Shipping procedures
- Transportation Planning
- Warehouse Operations
- Equipment operations
- Reporting skills
- Documentation skills
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Clear Communication
Timeline
Craig Hillard Import & Shipping Coordinator
Independant Hardware Group
04.2017 - Current
Category Assistant
Independant Hardware Group
02.2015 - 04.2017
Import Demand Planner
Independant Hardware Group
01.2012 - 02.2015
Materials Manager
Iveco Trucks Australia Pty Ltd
03.2005 - 01.2012
Product Manager
Mono Pumps Australia Pty Ltd
03.2001 - 03.2005
STOCK CONTROL OFFICER
NHP Electrical Engineering Pty Ltd
01.1997 - 03.2001
Production Planner
Volgren Australia
08.1991 - 01.1997
Clerk Supply
Royal Australian Air Force
08.1982 - 08.1991
High School Diploma -
Mitchell Park High School
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