Supply Chain & Operations Manager

Job Title: Supply Chain & Operations Manager Company: Fire Systems Products Job Category: SAP MM Roles & Responsibilities: Supply Chain \& Operations Manager About the Role We will appoint a Supply Chain \& Operations Manager to take ownership of our end\-to\-end supply chain, from sourcing and purchasing through manufacturing/assembly to inventory, warehousing, freight and delivery. Looking to the next generation of hands\-on leadership: you will report to the MD as a 2IC and set the direction for how we plan, buy, store, use and move stock, while staying close to day\-to\-day warehouse operations across our sites. Key Responsibilities * Lead the end\-to\-end supply chain across procurement, inventory, warehousing and logistics, aligned to business goals and the project pipeline * Sales and operations planning: working with Sales on upcoming projects and forecasts so stock arrives in time * Forecast demand and plan supply of components using sales history, the project pipeline, seasonality and supplier lead times * Set and regularly review stock levels, reorder points, minimum and maximum quantities and safety stock in Odoo, balancing product availability against working capital * Identify and manage slow\-moving, obsolete and excess stock, and recommend actions to reduce it * Set, track and report supply chain KPIs, such as DIFOT (delivered in full, on time), stock accuracy, inventory turns, freight cost and supplier on\-time performance * Manage supply chain costs and budgets, including freight, storage and inventory holding costs, and identify savings opportunities * Identify supply chain risks, such as single\-source suppliers and long international lead times, and put contingency plans in place * Drive continuous improvement across all supply chain processes Procurement \& Supplier Management* * Source products and suppliers, request quotes and negotiate pricing and terms, including project\-based discounts * Oversee the purchasing process with the Procurement Administrator, ensuring purchase orders are accurate, approved, followed up and delivered on time * Build strong relationships with local and overseas suppliers and manufacturers, and review supplier performance regularly * Maintain supplier pricelists, agreements and the approved supplier list * Update purchse pricing in Odoo annually from supplier pricelists using advanced Excel Inventory Management* * Manage inventory across all warehouse locations, ensuring every transfer is recorded with the correct “from” and “to” locations to maintain location address accuracy * Maintain accurate inventory valuation for all freight received and dispatched, and reconcile stock with Finance at month end * Complete an initial stocktake across all locations as a starting point, then run a regular cycle counting program * Ensure correct entry of cylinders and serial numbers in Odoo, with full traceability * Produce Odoo reports, including stock valuation, stock adjustments, internal transfers and external receipts * Manage daily warehouse operations, including pick, pack and dispatch, ensuring customer orders are dispatched daily in full and on time * Receive goods against purchase orders and delivery slips, applying QC and QA checks and reporting any discrepancies to the Procurement Administrator immediately * Capture dispatch and receipt photos in Odoo, and obtain and upload courier signatures on delivery slips * Notify Sales promptly when goods arrive, to support excellent customer service * Plan warehouse layout, storage and bin location signage to make picking safe, accurate and efficient * Book metro, national and international freight, ensuring commercial documentation and compliance requirements are met * Manage the import process with freight forwarders and customs brokers, including Incoterms, duties, GST and shipment tracking and ensure shipping costs flow through to product costing * Ensure pressurised cylinders and other dangerous goods are stored, packed and transported safely and in line with dangerous goods regulations * Meet Chain of Responsibility obligations for safe loading and load restraint * Negotiate freight rates and monitor carrier performance * Coordinate project tasks with the workshop, including correct paperwork and compliance * Act as the Odoo super\-user for inventory, purchasing and manufacturing, maintaining configuration such as locations, bills of materials, routes and reordering rules * Create and maintain product records in Odoo, including images, datasheets, attributes and variants * Build and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Manufacturing Orders (MOs) so that all assemblies of finished product to be invoiced and shipped consumes the correct component inventory (COGS \& Stock Count accuracy KPi's) * Load and monitor assembly tasks and job sequence and priorities to meet due dates and review daily to effect necessary changes to schedule based on changing demands but embrace one touch flow and minimal job disruptions * Write clear, standardised SOPs for Odoo warehouse operations, logistics and procurement, supported by screenshots and short videos Leadership \& Collaboration* * Lead, train and develop the warehouse and logistics team, setting priorities and managing performance * Work closely with Sales, Projects, Workshop and Finance to align stock and delivery with customer and project needs * Report regularly to management on supply chain performance, risks and improvement opportunities * Maintain trust and utter comportment with colleagues and subordinates in an open and convivial environment that can often be pressured and bustling Work Location: In person Work Location: Kurnell, Australia Availability: Full time

* Diploma in Logistics or Supply Chain Management, or an equivalent qualification or trade experience * At least 5 years’ experience in supply chain, inventory, procurement, manufacturing or logistics, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role * Proven experience managing inventory operations using a commercial ERP system \- preferably Odoo but SAP Business One, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Netsuite or MYOB Advanced experience would be essential * An affinity with Trade related assembly and re\-manufacturing tasks and processes * Demonstrated experience in demand planning, purchasing and supplier negotiation * Working knowledge of international freight, importing and customs processes * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, data cleansing and conversion, and Power Query (ODBC and web integrations are highly regarded) * Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail * Confident phone and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build supplier relationships and negotiate pricing * Proven leadership skills and excellent communication and teamwork abilities * Ability to work independently, prioritise and take ownership * Strong work ethic and a high level of accountability * Experience with Odoo ERP (Inventory, Purchase and Manufacturing apps) * Experience in fire protection, building services or similar technical products industry * Dangerous goods handling and transport training * Current forklift licence (LF) and driver’s licence * Tertiary qualification in supply chain or business, or a professional certification such as CSCP or CPIM Benefits: Education: * Bachelor Degree (Hons) (Preferred) Experience: Licence/Certification: Key Skills: Procurement, Purchase Orders, Inventory Management, Configuration Salary: AUD 150000 - 150000 per yearly