Matthew Mitchell
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Akash Ahluwalia GAICD
Quite simply one of the best supply chain and logistics directors I have ever had the opportunity to work with. Matt has the innate ability to simplify complex operations, drive quite simply the best negotiations and commercial outcomes for the business and evolve the supply chain model to meet the commercial needs of the business. Matt drove some transformative projects that drove phenomenal e commerce growth for the business and always kept the end customer in mind to help give them the best experience possible. A great people leader and extremely well respected by his team, peers and vendors.
Akash Ahluwalia GAICD
Quite simply one of the best supply chain and logistics directors I have ever had the opportunity to work with. Matt has the innate ability to simplify complex operations, drive quite simply the best negotiations and commercial outcomes for the business and evolve the supply chain model to meet the commercial needs of the business. Matt drove some transformative projects that drove phenomenal e commerce growth for the business and always kept the end customer in mind to help give them the best experience possible. A great people leader and extremely well respected by his team, peers and vendors.
Akash Ahluwalia GAICD
Quite simply one of the best supply chain and logistics directors I have ever had the opportunity to work with. Matt has the innate ability to simplify complex operations, drive quite simply the best negotiations and commercial outcomes for the business and evolve the supply chain model to meet the commercial needs of the business. Matt drove some transformative projects that drove phenomenal e commerce growth for the business and always kept the end customer in mind to help give them the best experience possible. A great people leader and extremely well respected by his team, peers and vendors.
Akash Ahluwalia GAICD
Quite simply one of the best supply chain and logistics directors I have ever had the opportunity to work with. Matt has the innate ability to simplify complex operations, drive quite simply the best negotiations and commercial outcomes for the business and evolve the supply chain model to meet the commercial needs of the business. Matt drove some transformative projects that drove phenomenal e commerce growth for the business and always kept the end customer in mind to help give them the best experience possible. A great people leader and extremely well respected by his team, peers and vendors.
Experience
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Tuco
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Australia
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Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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1 - 100 Employee
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Operations Manager
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Jul 2023 - Present
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Jenny Craig Australia & New Zealand
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Australia
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Supply Chain Director
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Jan 2013 - Jun 2023
• Management of the relationship and performance of all key suppliers including many of Australia’s and New Zealand largest food manufacturers. • Manage all export-shipping requirements to NZ. • Sourcing, negotiation and administration of all supply contracts for Transport, products and packaging requirements for Jenny Craig • Ensure that all materials are purchased at the most cost efficient price on required delivery schedules and to specification. • Development and improvement of current inventory practices. • Manage and oversee all forecasting and planning. • Manage stockholding at 119 Jenny Craig centres. • Manage relationship and performance of 3pl warehouse and distribution nationally. • Maintain optimal inventory levels at Jenny Craig Centres. • Monitor warehousing and distribution budgets. • Work with CFO and finance analysis Manager to maintain cash flow for product purchases. • Manage the home delivery service nationally. • Hold relationships with a vast verity of transport companies, couriers and shipping lines. • Manage and guide the customer care team. • Executing strict quality conformance measures on all products, packaging and print requirements. • Monitoring delivery of products in accordance with established packaging and printing standards. • Achievement and maintenance of all required accreditation systems for traceability and QA needs. • Provision of effective management of all suppliers and third party service providers. • Setting and monitoring individual performance measures with a focus on continuous improvement. • Regular performance reviews to direct reports. • Conduct training and development programs. • Motivation and team building. Show less
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Hitachi Global Air Power Australia Pty Ltd
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Australia
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Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Logistics Manager
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Jun 2008 - Dec 2012
Champion Compressors/Sullair is Australians only manufacture of highly efficient, technologically advanced and cost competitive air compressors. • Motivate, manage and develop a Warehouse team of eight fulltime and agency staff. • Manage shipping department – Export and Import (one direct report). • Manage sales administration- Invoicing, machine deliveries, customer delivery enquiries (one direct report). • Negotiation of all transport and shipping contracts • Manage inventory levels. • Liaise with a wide range of internal and external clients. • Ensure ACE (Achieving Competitive Excellence) tools are utilized to drive product and process improvements. • Assist in the development of EH&S management systems. • Manage stock takes. • Ensure that inward goods receipts are done on the same day. • Ensure effective operation of the kanban system. • Manage transfers/dispatch orders on a daily basis. • Manage “M” Work orders. • Manage housekeeping of all warehouse areas. • Ensure stock is put away in a timely manner into the correct locations as per the system. • Support senior managers in completion of reports, statistical data and submissions. • Develop, maintain and implement policies and procedures. • Responsible for the success of the department budget. • Ensure production lines are always replenished with parts and no stock outs. • Ensure all seven branches Australia wide are replenished with spare parts for service technicians. Show less
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Open Network
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Technology, Information and Internet
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1 - 100 Employee
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Logistics Manager
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Feb 2006 - Jun 2008
Open Networks is an international provider of connectivity solutions for Telecommunication Network Service Providers and Internet Service Providers. • Lead, manage and develop a strong team of fifteen fulltime and casual staff. • Profit and loss reporting. • Negotiate transport and shipping contracts. • Continual refinement and improvement of processes. • Knowledge and understanding of the ISO9001:2000 Quality Accreditation. • Manage inventory levels. • Ensure shipped product complies with company and customer standards. • PR and communications, dealing with suppliers and freight forwarders. • Administer and monitor OH&S procedures. • Reduce international and domestic freight costs. • Daily and Monthly Stocktakes. • Monthly reporting and KPI’s. • Keep warehouse and transports cost to a minimum and to company budgets. Show less
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Education
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Holmesglen
Graduate Certificate in Logistics Management, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management -
Proteus Australia
• Diploma in Business Management and Leadership Protius 2013, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management