Stephen Cogger
Portarlington,Victoria
Summary
Versatile and results-oriented, I spearheaded national distribution for Goodman Fielder Baking Aust, optimizing supply chain processes and enhancing transportation management. My leadership at the Australian Defence Department and expertise in finance and safety monitoring drove significant improvements. Skilled in sales collaboration and lean principles, I consistently deliver strategic solutions and operational excellence.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
National Distribution Manager
Goodman Fielder Baking Aust
Melbourne, Victoria
01.1990 - 12.2012
- Managed the national distribution structure for baked product deliveries, fresh and frozen, to customers, stores, and outlets, countrywide. Goodman Fielder operated with a subcontractor distribution network of over 350 delivery operators, plus linehaul and frozen carriers.
- Provided leadership to the distribution departments across Australian baking and production sites.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Oversight of budget preparations and financial reporting documents.
- Management of budget programs to ensure the best possible outcomes, practical cost reductions, and saving measures.
- Report to National Supply Chain Manager
Executive Officer
Australian Defence Department (Army)
Melbourne, Victoria
01.1975 - 01.1990
- Analyzed financial data and prepared comprehensive reports for the senior management team.
- Managed the Capital Procurement team for a variety of military-purpose equipment, including weapons, field and armed vehicles.
- Responsible for a 5-year purchasing budget program and reporting analysis for higher-level government review.
- Execution of purchasing programs on an annual, capital procurement basis.
- Management and administration of mixed military and civilian staff of 50.
Taxation Officer
Australian Taxation Office
Melbourne, Victoria
01.1975 - 01.1975
- Assess compliance with taxation laws and regulations.
- Action taxpayers' request for urgent assessments and refunds processing.
- Assess taxpayers and business taxation returns in accordance with tax law and policy.
- Provide clear assessment details and reports.
- Engage taxpayers to inform the results delivered.
Education
MBA - Business Studies
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC12-1975
High School Diploma -
Benalla Secondary College
Benalla, VIC11-1967
Skills
- Sales collaboration
- Safety monitoring
- Customer needs assessment
- Transportation management
- Supply chain optimization
- Lean principles
- Financing structures
Affiliations
- High level of sport participation - player/coach cricket, football, basketball
- Successful coaching career in suburban/regional cricket clubs at the highest level.
- Progressed into sporting club administration and business development.
Accomplishments
- Received Commendation from Defence General Chief of Staff in 1988 for exceptional service to the Australian Public Service in implementing multi skilling across many Defence force departments.
- Received Goodman Fielder manager fo the year 2005 for distribution network redesign and following cost reduction measures on a national basis.
Timeline
National Distribution Manager
Goodman Fielder Baking Aust
01.1990 - 12.2012
Executive Officer
Australian Defence Department (Army)
01.1975 - 01.1990
Taxation Officer
Australian Taxation Office
01.1975 - 01.1975
MBA - Business Studies
Swinburne University of Technology
High School Diploma -
Benalla Secondary College
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