Ken Stehbens
After over 30 years of service to the one organization I am now looking for a new and stimulating challenge in my life.
I have a proven record in building and mentoring a strong team environment.
Success in driving change and improvement within a growing organization.
A proven team player who can also work well alone with little or no supervision.
Strong problem solving skills who can also think outside of the box.
Enjoys challenging tasks and achieving successful results. Professional with proven expertise in inventory management and logistics. Strong background in optimizing stock levels, reducing waste, and ensuring timely replenishment. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Possess skills in supply chain coordination, and strategic planning. Reliable and focused on achieving measurable outcomes. Results-driven with comprehensive experience in inventory control and. Proven ability to optimize stock levels and enhance operational efficiency through strategic planning and execution. Highly collaborative team player with focus on achieving targets and adapting to dynamic environments using organizational and analytical skills.
Work History
LAL National Stock Manager
9 Years 3 MonthsResponsible for managing 23 million dollars of stock between 20 Rural and 6 Transport locations.
Administer procurement and tending processes for a fleet of over 1500 heavy vehicles and trailing stock across 6 national workshops.
Ensuring that stock levels correspond with the inventory management systems via internal and external stocktakes and audits.
Investigate and rectify any stock inconsistencies.
Monitor stock Max and Min levels to ensure optimum stock on hand and to minimize slow moving or dead stock.
National Safty, Compliance and Stock Manager
5 Years 10 MonthsResponsible for the LAL group of companies safety and compliance accreditations.
Investigating all incidents and Accidents.
Implementing policies and procedures.
Internal auditing for ISO, HACCAP and NHVAS compliance.
performing National Stocktakes for the Lindsay Rural and Lindsay Transport stores and workshop.
Reporting directly to Company CEO and Board of Directors.
Victorian Regional Administration Manager
2 Years 8 MonthsManaged the integration of 4 newly aquired stores into the Lindsay Rural business. Managed the day to day administration and stock purchasing requirements for the region.
Oversaw the purchase and maintenance of the groups fleet of fertiliser spreader trucks and equipment.
Operations Manager
9 Years 5 MonthsAssisted with the setting up of new stores.
Introduced and monitored the company stock management system.
Administered the companies Agsafe and SQF compliance systems.
Irrigation Sale Rep
2 YearsSales of Irrigation equipment, Fertiliser and Chemicals into the Citrus and broad acre farming areas.
Pump Mechanic and Fabrication
1 Year 7 MonthsIrrigation systems fabrication and installation.
Canvassing new and past customers for ongoing work.
Mixed Farm Leading Hand
4 Years 5 MonthsAll farming duties
* Land preparation
* harvesting & Ratooning crops.
* Irrigation and pump repairs.
* General maintenance of all farm equipment.