AddressFoodlink Australia is one of the largest, fastest-growing Food Service Distributors in New South Wales. We require a Seafood Operations Manager to head our Seafood processing department based at our Kingsgrove warehouse and distribution facility in Sydney.
The Seafood Operations Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing all aspects of the Foodlink Seafood department including fish processing and distribution to ensure the highest quality seafood offering as part of our successful food service business. This position is responsible for a team of 30 staff.
The role reports to the Head of Operations and is responsible to:
- Oversee our day-to-day operations of seafood processing / production facility
- Work closely with the Head of Operations to ensure the required operational goals, objectives and KPI's are achieved
- Work with our Quality and Safety Manager to ensure compliance with HACCP standards including the development of documented policies and procedures that must be followed
- Drive continuous improvement to improve quality, reduce waste, and enhance customer satisfaction
- Manage performance of the team and team leaders
- Actively engage in HACCP audits and corrective actions as required.
- Communicate between departments to smoothly integrate the seafood offering with warehouse procedures, inventory accuracy, purchasing needs, logistics and our customer service team
Some seafood knowledge is expected however senior management is available to support this role, previous experience in operations is also expected
- Strong leadership experience within FMCG or distribution
- Great interpersonal skills to be able to lead, coach and mentor your team
- Solution focused, fostering new ideas and initiatives
- A collaborative and inclusive approach to communication with all stakeholders
- An ability to drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- High level of understanding of Food Quality Standards
- Attention to detail, initiative and time management skills
- Good computer and written communications skills, Excel skills
Highly desirable:
- Seafood industry experience
- Previous demonstrated capacity to operate in a process driven environment
- A proven ability to lead, mentor and develop people
- Ability to effectively manage multiple complex tasks
- Good written and verbal communication skills
A competitive salary will be offered to the right candidate.
