Ebna Almas
Distribution Manager
Kilburn,SA
Summary
Results-driven Distribution Centre and Operations Manager with more than 15 years of experience across logistics, manufacturing, and distribution environments. Proven ability to lead large teams, optimise supply chain operations, and deliver improvements in safety, quality, cost control, and service performance.
Experienced in continuous improvement, HACCP compliance, operational planning, and workforce leadership within high-volume FMCG environments. Strong communicator who builds high-performing teams and drives operational excellence through structured problem solving and data-driven decision making
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Distribution Centre Manager
Bega Cheese Ltd
11.2022 - Current
- Lead a multidisciplinary team of 30 staff, embedding a customer-first approach to service delivery.
- Report and manage safety, quality, and compliance issues through formal governance systems (Intelex).
- Drive corporate reform projects including Lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement, and organizational culture initiatives.
- Partner with stakeholders (major retailers, transport providers, and senior executives) to ensure regulatory and customer requirements are consistently met.
- Deliver performance management, recruitment, and workforce planning aligned with organizational objectives.
Key Achievements:
- Reduced operating costs by 22% through strategic workforce planning.
- Improved staff engagement scores by 10% through cultural and leadership initiatives.
- Lead audit and compliance processes, achieving 100% adherence to governance standards.
- Strengthened safety and operational compliance through improved reporting and monitoring systems.
- Built a strong performance culture focused on continuous improvement and accountability.
Supervisor
Ingham Enterprise
11.2019 - 11.2022
- Managed operational teams and implemented corporate policies, ensuring food safety and WHS compliance.
- Partnered with senior managers to deliver site objectives and monitor progress against KPIs.
- Built staff capability through structured coaching and performance development.
Leading Hand
Ingham Enterprise
03.2013 - 11.2019
- Oversaw workforce planning, rostering, and resource allocation for production teams.
- Conducted internal audits, risk assessments, and compliance checks to meet corporate governance obligations.
Assistant Manager
Coles Express
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Supported site management in corporate compliance, customer service standards, and operational improvement.
- Achieved strong safety and performance results through staff coaching and operational governance.
Distribution Operations Manager
Grameen Phone Ltd
03.2006 - 09.2009
- Directed nationwide distribution and corporate operations, ensuring governance compliance and policy implementation.
- Reported directly to senior management on sales, risk, and operational performance.
- Built strong stakeholder relationships with government regulators, senior executives, and retail networks.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing & HRM
University of Asia Pacific
DhakaSkills
- Corporate Governance & Compliance (WHS, HACCP, Chain of Responsibility, Risk Management)
- Strategic Leadership & Business Improvement
- Warehouse & Distribution Operations Management
- Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management
- People Leadership, Coaching & Team Development
- Financial Planning, Cost Control & Resource Management
- Continuous Improvement & Lean Operations
- Inventory Management & Order Fulfilment
- Safety Management & Workplace Health Compliance
- Operational Planning, Forecasting & Performance Management
Accomplishments
- Results-driven Distribution Centre and Operations Manager with more than 15 years of experience across logistics, manufacturing, and distribution environments. Proven ability to lead large teams, optimise supply chain operations, and deliver improvements in safety, quality, cost control, and service performance.
Experienced in continuous improvement, HACCP compliance, operational planning, and workforce leadership within high-volume FMCG environments. Strong communicator who builds high-performing teams and drives operational excellence through structured problem solving and data-driven decision making
Certification
- Bachelor of Business Administration
- Certificate IV in Community Services – Celtric Training Centre, Adelaide
- Lean Six Sigma Certified – DMAIC, KAIZEN, Risk & Compliance Projects
- Forklift License
- HR class driving License
Timeline
Distribution Centre Manager
Bega Cheese Ltd
11.2022 - Current
Supervisor
Ingham Enterprise
11.2019 - 11.2022
Leading Hand
Ingham Enterprise
03.2013 - 11.2019
Assistant Manager
Coles Express
01.2011 - 12.2013
Distribution Operations Manager
Grameen Phone Ltd
03.2006 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing & HRM
University of Asia Pacific