Be part of our Supply Chain Transport Planning & Optimisation team as the Transport Planning Manager.  You’ll be part of the team that makes sure we warehouse and deliver goods efficiently from our distribution centres to our stores – think PAKnSAVE, Four Square, New World and Gilmours.

 

·       Lead, coordinate and inspire a team of Transport Planning Specialists.  

·       Support overall team engagement through:

o   Making sure the team keep our ‘Journey to Zero’ framework front of mind.

o   Building and supporting sharing of transport knowledge and planning expertise across the team.

o   Setting clear KPIs, recognising success and providing constructive feedback.

o   Supporting team member career development.

·       Play a key role in the daily Supply Chain operational transport activities, by overseeing the creation of daily load plans, review of prior plans and ensuring a continuous improvement and one-team mindset.

·       Lead the identification and implementation of planning initiatives that result in cost avoidance whilst maintaining or improving service levels and load plan quality.

·       Support the Transport Planning component of wider Supply Chain and FSNI tactical and strategic initiatives.

·       Support Team coverage by stepping into complete daily planning tasks as required.

 

·       A minimum of 1 - 3 years managing a high performing team, ideally within the road transport industry.

·       Experience in Supply Chain and/or FMCG is preferred, but not essential.

·       Proven track record in freight movement optimisation using software-based tools.

·       Attention to detail, planning and strong communication skills.

·       Ability to travel and work flexible hours as we operate 24/7.

·       Collaborative working style and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

·       Act as a trusted advisor to the Leadership team and influence decision-making.

We’re proud to have a focus on Diversity & Inclusion here at Foodies and welcome applications from you all regardless of who you are or what you do.

·       Based in our Mangere office with loads of free parking.

·       A mini mart for those afternoon cravings and a café that makes great coffee & smoothies.

·       We are big on work life balance and as such have flexible working opportunities to allow you to get the most out of life!

·       Time off; Additional paid parental leave regardless of gender or of your parental role, birthday leave, long service leave, lifestyle breaks to name a few.

·       We’re big on celebrating and social events.

·       Wellbeing support; 5% store discount card, discount at local gyms, wellness room, access to online wellbeing tools and Southern Cross Health Care