Supply Chain Manager

Pace Vic are excited to exclusively partner with Ronstan International who are now on the lookout for an exceptional new Logistics Manager to join their team based in Braeside. Ronstan International, a member of the Wichard Group, are recognised internationally as one of the top three manufacturers of sailboat hardware and have state of the art manufacturing facilities in Melbourne, Denmark and Indonesia. From humble beginnings, the company was established over 70 years ago in a small factory located in Southeast Melbourne and has gone from strength to strength to become the force in the market it is today.

Due to continuous market domination within their niche, and with the organisation moving into a new phase of growth, Ronstan are looking for a passionate and dynamic Supply Chain Manager to assume global responsibility for the organisations Logistics and Inventory Supply. This role will oversee warehousing, domestic and international freight, purchasing and production planning.
  
Responsibilities include:

• Leading a team of three, ensuring target levels with regards to logistics, purchasing, production and inventory are set and performance metrics are met 
• Responsible for the management of warehousing, domestic and international freight, purchasing, production planning and inventory control
• Being a driving force with regard to operational improvement, optimising production decisions, and enabling swift adaptation to shifting market conditions
• Establish and maintain commercial relationships with suppliers including negotiation on pricing, terms and condition of supply, as well communication regarding new products, specifications, quality requirements and warranty issues
• Undertake forecasting and logistic analysis of all finished inventory including distributed and manufactured products, raw materials and components

About you:

• 5+ years in a management and leadership or operational management experience
• Experience in a manufacturing environment essential
• International logistics management essential
• Must have exceptional communication skills and a proven history of strong stakeholder management / commercial relationships
• A continuous improvement, growth mindset is crucial 
• Exposure to Microsoft D365 is advantageous
  
• Engineering, metals, fabrication background advantageous
• A passion for yachting, sailing or marine industry overall is highly advantageous!

If you feel you could be the right fit for this role, please apply via the link or send us and email at *****@pacevic.com.au for more information. If you’re looking for a different role within our specialties and wish to engage our services, we’d love to hear from you. If you wish to discuss this role confidentially or other roles that we are currently recruiting for, please contact Brock at *****@pacevic.com.au or visit www.paceappointments.com.au. Note all applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
  
Pace (VIC) Pty Ltd are the experts when it comes to our four specialties: Manufacturing & Technical Operations, Procurement, Sales & Customer Service and Supply Chain & Logistics. Founded in 1990, we have over 30 years of proven success in placing candidates in exciting and relevant roles. Our team is dedicated to working with forward-thinking and inclusive workplaces to find them top talent.