John Martens
Yatala,QLD
Summary
Resourceful and quick-thinking Operational Specialist with over 20 years' of experience in warehouse, production and inventory management. Proven shipping and receiving efficiency and accuracy by applying strong leadership skills, bringing extensive experience in Fast Moving Consumable Goods (FMCG) warehouse operations, including logistics and distribution. Dedicated to continuous improvement in the face of rapidly evolving and changing markets. Extremely results-oriented and proactive in addressing and resolving problems. Accomplished individual focused on process improvement and on-time project delivery. Budgeting and forecasting specialist, with advanced knowledge of WMS and SAP. Dependable with management experience and a willingness to take on added responsibility to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player with a strong work ethic and advanced complex problem solving skills. Charismatic personality and strong interpersonal abilities to interact and motivate staff at all levels of the business.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supply Chain Manager
Oxworks
02.2021 - Current
- Manage the daily workflow and performance of the Supply Chain team with the view of operating as a single team focusing on safety, handling, productivity, efficiency, DIFOT and QA, whilst achieving limited damage to product.
- Provide effective leadership demonstrated through the creation and maintenance of a successful Supply Chain team working to achieve common goals through standard operating procedures
- Ensuring adequate and seasonal resourcing is achieved with the right fit staff for right fit roles, delivering and/or exceeding labour performance expectations.
- Review daily reports prepared by the Compliance Analyst and take swift action to remedy any current issues or trending patterns.
- Attend and lead daily pre-start meetings for each Supply Chain department reinforcing managements commitment to OE and supplying quick solutions to initiatives and/or issues.
- Monitor and champion continuous improvement suggestions from the whole business and create and update a master control sheet to demonstrate the progress of each initiative.
- Employ 5S and the 5 Why's to improve efficiency, quality and productivity.
- Ensure the ASRS is operated by the Supply Chain team as intended to maximise performance.
- Manage and coordinate the transport and freight logistics balancing seasonal cost verse service.
- Communicate and facilitate regularly with external providers and the Maintenance Supervisor regarding required maintenance or performance issues on operational machinery, or potential safety issues.
- Ensure the facility work areas are presented and maintained to the highest of cleanliness standards.
- Coordinate staff training as required to ensure on-going compliance to required standards.
- Evaluate risks and opportunities effectively to mitigate safety issues.
- Enforce company safety policies and maintain safety systems at all times.
- Built exceptional rapport with suppliers and transportation companies to create seamless operations.
- Teamed with sales and marketing teams to confirm that product availability meets customer demand.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce supply chain costs and improve efficiency.
- Streamlined communication channels between supply chain and sales departments, improving forecast accuracy and product availability.
- Optimized transportation routes and schedules, cutting down on delivery times and fuel expenses.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading to enhanced operational processes and team engagement.
- Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to develop sustainable packaging initiative, reducing environmental impact and costs.
- Reduced waste in supply chain by implementing lean management techniques, contributing to both cost reduction and sustainability goals.
Operations Supervisor
Toll Chemical Services (Major Hazard Facility)
07.2017 - 01.2021
- Employed as the Warehouse Operations Supervisor at a Major Hazard Facility I am responsible for the daily duties of 12 employees
- I am also responsible for the opening of the facility daily coupled with a full facility inspection and safety compliance review
- Through daily toolboxes I will enforce and remind staff of the necessity to maintain the highest standard of safety awareness and any opportunities for continuous improvement
- Meet business requirements and KPIs while troubleshooting interdepartmental issues and maintaining customer expectations
- Chief Fire Warden
- Emergency Response Team Member
- Maintain a safe and compliant workplace through strict regulatory framework
- Understanding requirements and operating conditions as defined by site Safety Case and Emergency Plan
- Management of warehouse operations and systems integrity
- Staff tasking, development and training
- Leadership in Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence and5S
- Develop and maintain a close relationship with both internal and external customers
- Completion of compliance and maintenance logs and documents
- Zoning/segregation with storage and compliance of Dangerous Goods
- Management of racking and Material Handling Equipment
- Comply with legislative OHS requirements
- OHS monitoring, measurement and identified health surveillance
- Participate in consultation arrangements relating to OHS
- Conflict resolution
- Conduct staff and personal performance reviews
Team Manager / Project Manager
Coca-Cola Amatil
01.2008 - 01.2017
- Managed teams of up to150 staff with a budget of $15 million
- Warehouse utilisation, battery room installation, waste management
- Manager of various departments - Receiving Team, Raw Materials (Syrup Room, Production)..
- Despatch Team, Route Team and X- Dock
- Implemented process changes
- Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures
- Evaluated procedures and results for accuracy and to determine appropriate next steps
- Created and implemented various warehouse position descriptions and work instructions
- Developed deep understanding of regulatory requirements concerning quality, reporting standards, emergency notifications, permit renewals and inspections
Team Member
Coca Cola Amatil
09.2003 - 01.2008
- Multi-faceted operator across all departments with extensive experience in production and warehousing
- Transport scheduler and inventory controller
- Foodstore planner
- Despatch and X-Dock Clerk
- Floor controller - Despatch, Route and X-Dock
- Forklift operator in various departments in warehouse/production
- Loaded and unloaded treatment plant chemicals
- Systems experience - APD & APPPS (Swiss Log), AS400, BASIS, WMS, SAP, KRONOS, VAULT, PRMS, NCR Database
- EBA negotiator
- Progressed through all departments successfully to become a Team Manager
Education
High School Diploma -
Warwick State High School
Warwick, Queensland01.1992
Skills
- Extensive knowledge in OH&S standards
- Innovative and analytical thinker
- Mathematical aptitude
- Hard working and self-motivated
- Quality assurance
- Warehouse operations
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Logistics management
- Supply chain management
- Transportation management
- Cost reduction strategies
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Queensland Driver's License - MR Truck
Timeline
Supply Chain Manager
Oxworks
02.2021 - Current
Operations Supervisor
Toll Chemical Services (Major Hazard Facility)
07.2017 - 01.2021
Team Manager / Project Manager
Coca-Cola Amatil
01.2008 - 01.2017
Team Member
Coca Cola Amatil
09.2003 - 01.2008
High School Diploma -
Warwick State High School
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