Responsible for supporting the business and wider teams with a variety of administrative & client focused tasks. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a local SA family-owned food manufacturing
company that has grown to become one of Australia’s most innovative producers
and manufacturers.

Who we are: 
Mitani is a third-generation family business success story. Initially pioneering the
commercial production of chicken salt, Mitani has built relationships with food
companies to expand into other areas of food production including stuffing’s,
dressings, and seasonings. Under the guidance of the current generation, they are
well positioned for further growth and development across the business and industry.

The Opportunity: 
We are seeking a skilled and experienced manager to join the team to lead and drive
all aspects of strategic procurement and supply.  It is a key role to the business and
will report to the General Manager, Operations. The role will provide you with
opportunities to deliver cost savings and business synergies whilst working
alongside a passionate group of people who thrive on an entrepreneurial spirit and
strong work ethic.

Key Responsibilities, not limited to: 

• Identify opportunities to improve the commercial interests of the business
  across both existing and new supply chains;
• Challenge and renegotiate existing contract terms with the existing supply
  chain either to improve cost, schedule, delivery or reduce supply chain
  risks;
• Work across multiple departments to identify inventory reduction initiatives
  and implement tangible measures with respect to stock and warehousing;
• Develop strategic sourcing category plans which deliver sustainability, risk
  management and responsible sourcing outcomes for the business;
• Develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive
  process and service improvements.

Not essential, but it would be fantastic if you had:

• Procurement experience with at least 5-10 years experience in food
  processing and/or manufacturing;
• Exposure to innovative food production would be an advantage;
• A passionate, results-driven mindset with sharp commercial acumen;
• Highly organised, with an ability to manage competing priorities and
  deadlines and remain calm under pressure;
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

An attractive salary package will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

For further information please contact Paula Turbill, Principal Advisor (0412 850
940) or Luanne Flavell, Recruitment Advisor (0412 649 550).

CEPA is seeking to fill up to three positions in their growing Sydney or Melbourne offices. 

This position is targeted at candidates with 1-4 years’ experience. 

CEPA is an internationally respected economic and financial advisory firm that makes a meaningful contribution to regulation and public policy development across the energy, water and other major infrastructure sectors. CEPA is headquartered in London and their Sydney office was established in 2015, building on their long-standing practice in Australia, New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific region. 

CEPA provides robust, evidence-based public policy advice to clients that include sector regulators, governments, major investors, multilateral development banks, companies and consumer groups. Their Sydney and Melbourne practices offers services across the following areas:

• Economic regulation and competition.

• Public policy development, review and evaluation. 

• Strategy and finance, including transaction advisory.

Why work at CEPA?

CEPA is growing, presenting an opportunity for the successful applicant to work for a broad range of clients covering a range of topics. You would be joining a small, experienced team, providing scope to rapidly develop your skill set. They are not hierarchical, and encourage all staff to actively contribute their ideas and participate in the development of the business. They believe that the quality of work should speak for itself and fully support flexible working arrangements including working from home. 

Lifelong learning and education are intrinsic to their corporate values. In addition to on-the-job learning, they encourage participation in internal and external training exercises, conferences and other industry events. While the work will be predominantly based in Australia and neighbouring regions, you will have opportunities to interact with the London office and build your knowledge of international approaches to economic analysis and policy development. 

A highly competitive consultancy remuneration package will be available for the right candidate. Promotion is made on a merit basis with no set number of staff at any particular grade. 

What to expect?

As an Economist/Consultant at CEPA you will:

• undertake economic research and analysis to inform our clients’ decisions – including economic, financial and econometric modelling; 

• produce reports, presentations and other client deliverables;

• contribute to business development, including identifying new opportunities and preparing bids; and

• develop and acquire new skills by participating in internal and external training and educational opportunities.

While CEPA is based in Sydney, you may be required, at times, to travel and work at clients’ offices (in Australia and internationally, when such travel resumes). 

What skills and experience are we looking for?

First and foremost, they look for exceptional people with a desire to contribute to the development of meaningful, evidence-based policy. They also look for people that can take complex problems and use strong analytical and communication skills to deliver robust solutions to clients in straightforward, non-technical language. 

It is expected that candidates will have the following:

• A strong interest in public policy and a desire to contribute to the development of meaningful, evidence-based policies.

• 1-4 years of relevant experience.

• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.

• Excellent written and spoken communication skills. 

• Excellent teamwork skills, and a positive and flexible approach.

• Experience of using Microsoft packages including Word and Excel. Experience with econometric or statistical packages (such as Stata or R) would be advantageous, but is not essential.

• An undergraduate degree in economics, finance, or a related discipline. A post-graduate degree is desired but not essential.

Other requirements

Candidates should have the ongoing legal right to work in Australia. Please provide details of your eligibility to work in Australia in your application.

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Experienced Sales and Administration Officer on a full-time permanent basis

The Company

Weber is the Global market leading barbecue brand. It brings with it a rich history, a reputation for high quality products and service, and some of the most engaged and passionate fans and advocates. By bringing food, flavor, friends and family together around the barbecue for over 40 years in Australia, Weber has become an iconic, trusted and loved brand in Australia and New Zealand.

Our Aim is to build Weber’s brand equity through the creation of “positive word of mouth”. 

We achieve this by providing exceptional experiences to everyone who comes into contact with the Weber brand, whether they are suppliers, partners, retail customers or Weber owners. 

The Role

Reporting to the Demand Forecast Manager, you’ll provide backbone support within the purchasing and forecasting team for Australia and New Zealand and add significant value through:

• FOB order management for national retailers – order entry and shipment administration

• Coordinate and administrate stock export shipments from Australia to New Zealand

• Monitoring and releasing stock backorders

• Stock replenishment for Ecommerce warehouses

• Inventory Master Data maintenance

• Interplant transfer replenishment

• Provide back up for shipment receipts into warehouses

• Retail Customer Service Calls when required

And any other purchasing duties as required.

Current Systems Used

• Pronto Enterprise Management System

• Maximiser CRM

• Microsoft Office Software (excel)

• OneFlo, 

• ESP (FOB orders)

To be successful in this role you will bring

• Fast and accurate data entry

• Ability to multi-task

• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills 

• A team player but also able to work autonomously

• An ability to manage conflicting requirements and support current team members

• Excellent attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• A dedicated customer service focus

• A positive can-do attitude

• Outstanding time management and organisational skills - and have mastered the art of the follow up.

Qualifications and Skills

• 3+ years in a similar role 

• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail

• Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate articulately and efficiently with other people within the company

• Ability to prioritise and manage expectations

• An ability to work independently

If this sounds like you, please APPLY NOW! 

For any queries or for a confidential conversation, please contact Bec McKenzie on 0450 959 305

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This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of the EV transition as Manager - Growth and Partnerships, in a role that is pivotal in delivering sales growth with new and existing clients as they transition to the net zero economy.

Who we are: 

Zero Automotive is an innovative South Australian start-up that aims to create a better, more sustainable future, by powering the shift to a clean, safe and circular economy in electromobility.  The Company designs and delivers electric vehicle platform solutions in heavy industries and works closely with customers to support the achievement of their net zero safety and emissions goals

The Opportunity: 

We are seeking a skilled and experienced sales expert to join the team and lead and drive customer advocacy and revenue growth.  This is a key role, fronting and representing the business in market, reporting to the Managing Director.  This role will provide you with opportunities to visit project sites across the country, lead industry engagement and work alongside a passionate group of people looking to make a lasting and positive impact on reductions in global greenhouse gas emissions and airborne disease particulates. With a competitively differentiated platform for growth, Zero Automotive is ready for significant local and global market expansion.

Key Responsibilities, not limited to: 

• Networking and engaging in industry as a company ambassador to build trust, ensure brand visibility and generate leads;
• Developing and executing targeted sales plans and capture strategies to deliver sales growth and establish new long term commercial partnerships;
• Promoting and communicating the Zero brand including sales calls, presentations and training to stimulate demand;
• Collating and sharing market and customer insights;
• Managing and reporting opportunities and risks and accurate sales forecasts;
• Managing existing clients and triaging customer issues to ensure their timely resolution;
• Ensuring quality user documentation for Regulatory & Safety compliance.   

Not essential, but it would be fantastic if you had:

• Sales experience with at least 5-10 years experience in mining equipment or technology sectors;
• Exposure to underground mining operation an advantage;
• A passionate results-driven mindset with sharp business acumen to shape fleet electrification agendas;
• Highly organised, ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines and remain calm under pressure in a fast paced start-up environment;
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

An attractive salary package will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

For further information please contact Paula Turbill, Principal Advisor (0412 850 940).

Fantastic opportunity to join the hair care industry's leading importer and distributor of professional salon brands as General Manager - Operations, in a role that is pivotal in delivering operational effectiveness across the entire business.

Who we are: 

Haircare Group is the trusted partner of the professional hair industry.  A proudly Australian, family-owned distribution company with over 45 years in business representing brands to meet every need of the salon professional and hair care consumer. 

The Opportunity: 

An exciting executive leadership opportunity with the Haircare Group. It is a dynamic, fast-paced and customer-centric business built around the values of family, integrity, evolution, respect, commitment and excellence.  This opening will suit an experienced hands-on, energetic and broad supply chain operational leader with an innovation mindset and strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.  Most of all, passion to lead the business with both a long term view and a daily management eye for detail is required.

We are seeking an experienced General Manager with an established track record of leading a large cross functional operations team.

Key Responsibilities, not limited to: 

• Broad leadership of a multi-disciplined team across supply chain and associated back office service teams within Australia and New Zealand (logistics, warehouse management, category management, supply planning, admin support teams, purchasing, compliance and wholesale stores teams);
• Creating clarity and cohesion between cross functional operational teams to deliver and communicate the day-to-day business operational plans (via the supply chain leadership teams, S&OP meetings, other key internal and external stakeholder meetings);
• Accountability for the supply chain function and associated operational performance across the entire business;
• Ensure supply chain and associated operational plans are documented and managed with clarity;
• Ensure Australian and international (US and Europe) 3PL strategy has operational alignment while being efficient and effective;
• Prepare Board and business reports including measurement framework tracking, identifying trends and opportunities;
• Understand market and delivery systems in order to assess present and future material availability;
• Maintain safe working environments, by adopting safe work practices, procedures and behaviours.   

Not essential, but it would be fantastic if you had:

• Tertiary qualifications in Logistics, Supply Chain or equivalent;
• Extensive experience in a leadership role with international products (retail or distribution);
• Supply chain DNA (category, trade, warehouse & planning) with a strong sales and service appreciation;
• Hands on day to day leadership of cross functional teams in a fast paced environment;
• Strong change management, collaboration and coordination skills with attention to detail and follow-up;
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

An attractive salary package will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

For further information please contact Paula Turbill, Principal Advisor (0412 850 940).