AddressCompany description:
At Lifeblood, our purpose is simple: to give life.
Job description:
- Lead the national logistics operations for our consumable inventory network
- Provide operational guidance and strategic implementation support
- Melbourne, Queensland or Sydney ideally but flexible on location
This is your opportunity to find a life-giving purpose
As an organisation our purpose is simple: to give life. It's at the centre of everything we do. As part of the Lifeblood team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to this life-giving purpose and grow your career. We're committed to ensuring you have the ability to innovate, learn new skills, and embrace new challenges - all while making a difference in the lives of countless others.
Lifeblood has an inspiring opportunity for you
As the National Logistics Operations Manager, you will provide operational leadership and guidance of the warehousing and distribution functions for the Lifeblood consumable inventory network.
Working closely with the Customer Service Delivery Managers, who deliver services in each region, you will provide operational guidance and strategic implementation support.
In this role you will have oversight of the consumable inventory distribution network including nine consumable inventory warehouses (3PL & inhouse), satellite inventory hubs, supplier inbound transport operations & contracts, customer distribution operations & contracts, contract management, performance reporting and network transformation.
Reporting to the Logistics Director and working closely with the project team you will also assist in the execution of the Logistics Strategy, transforming our Logistics function by establishing fit for purpose warehouses, transport and associated vendor management
Sound interesting? Here's what we're looking for;
- Significant logistics industry experience with a preference on Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences logistics
- High levels of expertise in logistics operations and contracts management gained in an operational and change management capacity within a highly regulated, process driven organisation with an integrated workforce across a national footprint
- Proven ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships and consult with a range of external and internal stakeholders in a highly institutionalised environment
- A logical thinker with a customer first approach and a can-do attitude.
- Demonstrated experience in managing tenders and logistics providers with a proven track record on developing operational relationships
- Successful track record in the operational delivery of a network of vendors and suppliers including outsourced providers, consumables management and procurement planning and operations
- In-depth experience in implementing and managing 3PL operations and contracts
- Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic skills with an ability to influence, collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, external and internal
Thrive in a diverse culture that cares for your wellbeing
At Lifeblood, we welcome different perspectives and backgrounds and we're proud to foster an environment where people can come together to achieve their very best. That's why we don't believe in one-size-fits-all - especially when it comes to your wellbeing. Every employee is unique and we've developed a range of initiatives to look after the varying needs of all our people.
As part of the Lifeblood team you'll have access to a generous salary packaging program, plus a great range of rewards like discounts on insurance, groceries, food & beverage, department stores, travel, and more.
Excited to join us? Apply now and discover a career filled with life-giving possibilities.
Next steps
When it comes to recruitment we like to move fast, this means we progress suitable candidates through the hiring process as soon as we can. Given the time of year we may find that the holiday season gets in the way so interviews may move/continue into January 2022. Don't worry if you do not hear from us before then as you'll hear from us with an outcome once your application has been reviewed and assessed.
If selected, you'll be required to complete a number of background checks — don't worry, we'll help you through this process.
For further details on this position please contact Rich Wilkes on *******@redcrossblood.org.au
Please note: applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
Our facilities are Covid-19 safe places
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We encourage all of our employees to be vaccinated against Covid-19 and a number of states have mandated that Lifeblood employees must be vaccinated to perform work for us. Please make sure that you are able to comply with these government requirements, or have the appropriate medical exemption information available.
While we appreciate all interest in our business, we won't engage with or accept candidates from agencies or search consulting firms on this occasion.
