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Form of work- Based in Knoxfield
- Hybrid - Flexible work arrangements. Option to be based in Melb, Bris, Gold Coast, Geelong, or Sydney
- Great Team Environment with Amazing Company Perks
PFD Food Services is a 100% Australian owned food service network, with 70 strategically located distribution centres around Australia. We deliver an extensive range of fresh meat and seafood together frozen products, dry goods, paper products and cleaning solutions to the food service industry.
Since 1943, we have been distributor of choice for cafés, restaurants, pubs, clubs, schools and any foodservice business that demands a wide range of products delivered with outstanding customer service. We’ve always believed in ourselves and our people, we know it takes every task, from every person in our business to help make our customers business a success.
In 2021 PFD formed a partnership with another proud Australian company, Woolworths Group.
The Role
The primary focus of this role is to provide operational subject matter expertise (SME) to the Transport and Warehouse Operations team for all systems used within Logistics Operations. This will cover a range of activities including new deployments, continuous improvement, and daily support of Logistics Operational Systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Implementing the rollout strategy and framework of Logistics Operational Systems to key PFD sites around the country (including Manhattan WMS, PFD WMS and other operations systems)
- Support of site-specific implementation plans, e.g., Undertake Gap Analysis, site layout, process change, slotting, labelling requirements and supporting system configuration.
- Provide first level support to the operations team members inclusive of project go lives (note this would require working different shifts based on operating hours and days)
- Developing all training and assessment material, training delivery and operational support during the project life cycle Incorporating user and quick reference guides, assessment and competencies and system Standard Operating Procedures (S.O.P’s)
- Support operational teams in continuous improvement analysis, solution refinement and implementation of optimisation strategies
- Monitoring of systems to continuously improve functionality and to troubleshoot problems
- Provide support on other logistics projects as required
Key Competencies, Skills and Qualifications
- Experience working with a tier -1 full scale warehouse management system desirable (Preferably Manhattan)
- A working knowledge of warehouse (ambient and cold store environment) and distribution functions
- An understanding of distribution demand/supply business processes
- Demonstrated ability to implement new system functionality and support end users
- Experience in developing a training needs analysis & training material in both 1 on 1 & classroom environment
- Project implementation experience
- A solid knowledge of OH & S regulations
- Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to develop strong working relationships
- Ability to travel when required and support off shift hours and weekends on occasion as required
What PFD is Offering the Successful Candidate
We are offering competitive remuneration, superannuation and other staff benefits (such as discounts on staff purchases, discounted accommodation, health insurance and banking).
Please submit your application (cover letter and resume) via the apply now link below
As part of our recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks. These checks may include a medical assessment (including a drug/alcohol test and a Flu Vaccination), National Police History Check, Working With Children/Vulnerable Groups Check, Licence Validation/Demerit Point Check.
Please note: We do not accept unsolicited CV's from Recruitment agencies / third parties and we will not be liable or responsible for any fees or costs associated with unsolicited CV's sent directly to Line Managers.
PFD Food Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
