David Portese
Voyager Point,Australia
Summary
A results-oriented professional with extensive experience in supply chain management, distribution, and procurement across various industries including glass manufacturing, distribution, retail, and engineering. Possessing a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing & Business Administration from the University of Western Sydney along with certifications in Supply Chain Management and Time Management.
Key Skills and Strengths
- Strategic Leadership: Demonstrated success in navigating complex challenges and driving business growth through strategic leadership. Proven ability to manage large teams and P&L responsibilities effectively.
- Supply Chain Management: Proficient in all aspects of supply chain management including procurement, demand planning, forecasting, inventory management, and distribution. Skilled in optimizing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Negotiation and Vendor Management: Adept at negotiating favorable terms with suppliers and vendors to achieve cost savings and improve service levels. Experienced in building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Change Management and Innovation: Proven track record of implementing innovative solutions and leading change initiatives to drive operational excellence. Skilled in managing transitions, such as decentralization of supply chains and introduction of new programs.
- Team Development and Engagement: Strong leadership skills with a focus on employee development and engagement. Recognized for promoting a culture of continuous learning, development, and collaboration within teams.
- Financial Acumen: Proficient in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. Experience in managing budgets, tracking performance metrics, and providing insights to support strategic decision-making.
- Communication and Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels. Experienced in presenting to senior management and board members, providing insights, and driving alignment towards common goals.
- Project Management: Skilled in project management, from planning to execution, with a focus on delivering projects on time and within budget. Experienced in leading cross-functional teams and driving project outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Supply and Distribution
O’BRIEN GLASS INDUSTRIES Pty Ltd
01.2021 - Current
- Successfully navigated the most extreme cost pressures on Supply Chain through a Pandemic
- Implement a new Freight Forwarder through tender, improving service levels and reducing cost by $200K on local charges
- Maintained an engaged, healthy workforce throughout the pandemic without missing DIFOT KPI’s
- Planned and executed the successful Launch of the Brisbane DC completing the decentralisation of the Supply Chain, improving Availability, reducing PPV and Breakages
- Launched O’Brien’s most successful program ever, the Stocked OEM program
- This involved identifying the most common requested OE Glass, negotiation with Corporate Manufacturer Head Offices to stock OE Glass and provide our Insurance Partners an improved customer journey all whilst reducing our OE PPV spend
- Report monthly to the board on performance and provide insight on poor performing areas and action plans to improve them.
Supply and Distribution Manager
O’BRIEN GLASS INDUSTRIES Pty Ltd
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed both the Supply and Sydney Distribution Centre taking ownership of both P&L’s
- Managed the successful negotiation of the DC EBA alongside the CFMEU, improving pay rates by 20% over 3 years
- Successfully improved DC standards on Safety and cleanliness with the introduction of new Plant and Equipment, Staff Training Programs, incentives and engagement
- Achieved record engagement in the business for the Sydney DC at 86%
- Promoted people strategies across the DC to facilitate ongoing development learning and engagement
- Successfully reduced Freight costs by $500K in the first year
- Negotiated Price reductions with both Key Suppliers in China achieving in excess
- Over $1M in cost of goods savings
- Awarded Transformational Leader of the year in 2020.
Supply Manager SLT
O’BRIEN GLASS INDUSTRIES Pty Ltd
04.2013 - 01.2018
- Manage the Supply Team comprising of Inventory Manager, 3 x Demand Planners, Procurement Specialist, Product Administrator and Quality Control
- Successfully reduce PPV across the business through best in class In stock position
- Successfully implemented new ERP System Microsoft AX in 2017
- Lead continuos improvement initiatives within the Supply Chain, whilst reducing cost in the business
- Develop, manage and execute the business plan for Supply Chain with full P&L responsibility
- Championed the introduction of the Product Identification Team improving PID across the business leading to Job Completions improving to 88%
- Maintained and built strong relationships with our Core Suppliers in China
- Implemented the Perth and Melbourne DC, which was part of my Supply Chain strategy to decentralise the Supply Chain and bring product closer to Market.
Inventory Manager
O’BRIEN GLASS INDUSTRIES Pty Ltd
03.2011 - 03.2013
- Manage Core Key Suppliers across the Autoglass Division, planning product into the main Distribution Centre
- Creating Inventory Strategy to optimise Inventory Availability across the business and Branch Network
- Implement stocking Policy for Branch Network across Key Categories
- Reduce Excess & Obsolete across Prime Glass Categories
- Work with Technical team to transition from standard OBG Code to Eurocode.
Senior Supply Chain Planner Promotions
McKEY DISTRIBUTION Pty Ltd
01.2008 - 03.2011
- A key member of the ‘Project One’ team that saw McKey Supply Planning Department resume McDonalds New Products Supply Group (NPSG) Department responsibilities and functions; Phase 1 AU
- Successfully Completed the implementation of ‘Project One’, Phase 2 for the NZ Market
- Successfully managed the No.1 Promotion of 2010 for McDonalds, ‘Angus Beef Launch’, from both a Supply Chain and Operations perspective
- Successfully managed New Product Launches & LTO Promotions across AUS/NZ for McDonald’s achieving minimal or no Write Off on Non Std Items over the past 3 years.
Category Planner Boys and Girls Toys
TOYS “R” US AUSTRALIA
06.2007 - 01.2008
- Achieved a 100% in stock Position for Catalogue Breaks since starting
- Reduced the Negative DC Inventory in all my categories to less than 5%
- Achieved a 100% Target of in stock position in “never out’ items.
Buyer Engine and Pump Division
ENGINEERED PRODUCTS GROUP
05.2005 - 06.2007
- Managed the largest Portfolio within EPG, being the (Engine Division) and within a year gained the new Merchant Pump Division as a part of my portfolio
- Successfully reduced Noncore stock within my Portfolio through Forecasting and new Purchasing procedures to improve the company’s cash flow problem
- Undertook the creation of the new Purchasing Operations Manual including drafting new Procedures and Policies for the Purchasing Department.
IT Purchasing Manager / Inventory Controller
HARVEY NORMAN
03.2004 - 04.2005
- Managed the Rollout of the Australia Wide XP Rollout for all PC’s within Harvey Norman stores, this included Forecasting Stock from IBM Ireland, ensuring all inventory stock arrived in time for each stores Rollout
- Co-ordination of Logistics for the HN Australia wide XP Rollout which included 170 stores
- Co-ordinated the opening of new stores, including stock forecasting, logistical co-ordination of Inventory to new sites, working with the MIS team to ensure all Technicians are on schedule to implement the software systems.
Hewlett Packard Asset Manager
INGRAM MICRO (Australia) Pty Ltd.
09.2003 - 03.2004
IBM Asset Manager
INGRAM MICRO (Australia) Pty Ltd.
05.2002 - 09.2003
Education
Forecasting and Demand Planning (APICS) -
01.2009
Basics of Supply Chain Management (APICS) -
01.2008
Pollak Learning Alliance – Time Management -
01.2008
Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing & Business Administration) -
University of Western Sydney
01.2001
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Troubleshooting
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Excellent Communication
- Organization and Time Management
- Collaboration
- Leadership
- Team Building
- Risk Mitigation
- Strategic Planning
- Process Improvement
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Cost Control
- Workforce Planning
- Operational Efficiency
- Quality Assurance
- KPI Tracking
- Employee Development
- Inventory Management
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Logistics
Computer Package Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- JDE
- Microsoft AX
Languages
- English
- Italian
References
- Ileana Visini, Supply Chain Manager – AB World Foods, 0413 450 033
- Nick Street, Commercial Director – O’Brien Glass, 0439 071 661
- Nigel Wooley, CFO – O’Brien Glass, 0418 163 341
Languages
Italian
Limited
Timeline
Head of Supply and Distribution
O’BRIEN GLASS INDUSTRIES Pty Ltd
01.2021 - Current
Supply and Distribution Manager
O’BRIEN GLASS INDUSTRIES Pty Ltd
01.2019 - 01.2020
Supply Manager SLT
O’BRIEN GLASS INDUSTRIES Pty Ltd
04.2013 - 01.2018
Inventory Manager
O’BRIEN GLASS INDUSTRIES Pty Ltd
03.2011 - 03.2013
Senior Supply Chain Planner Promotions
McKEY DISTRIBUTION Pty Ltd
01.2008 - 03.2011
Category Planner Boys and Girls Toys
TOYS “R” US AUSTRALIA
06.2007 - 01.2008
Buyer Engine and Pump Division
ENGINEERED PRODUCTS GROUP
05.2005 - 06.2007
IT Purchasing Manager / Inventory Controller
HARVEY NORMAN
03.2004 - 04.2005
Hewlett Packard Asset Manager
INGRAM MICRO (Australia) Pty Ltd.
09.2003 - 03.2004
IBM Asset Manager
INGRAM MICRO (Australia) Pty Ltd.
05.2002 - 09.2003
Forecasting and Demand Planning (APICS) -
Basics of Supply Chain Management (APICS) -
Pollak Learning Alliance – Time Management -
Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing & Business Administration) -
University of Western Sydney
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