The Kitchen Food Company is a fast-growing Australian food production business with facilities in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane - delivering quality fresh food nationally.

We pride ourselves in being INNOVATIVE. PASSIONATE. FRESH. QUALITY. SEASONAL. in our fresh food solutions.

We have a strong presence in the food service and retail industries, servicing blue chip organisations, many of which are iconic household names.

The culture is team oriented and inclusive, where employees can look forward to rewarding careers with the Company.

www.kitchenfoodcompany.com

We have an opening for a Supply and Distribution Manager. This permanent full-time role is based in Riverwood, South-West Sydney and oversees our supply chain and distribution processes for the site.

Reporting to our Group Supply Chain and Planning Manager this newly created role will see you utilizing your industry experience to optimize Kitchen Food Company’s supply chain and distribution processes.

With your supply chain expertise, you will be able to efficiently manage and improve supplier KPIs by monitoring and analysing supply chain performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing corrective actions as needed. With your influencing skills you will be able to drive continuous improvement and process enhancements in our supply chain.

Drawing on your management skills you will motivate a team of supply chain professionals fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment to deliver across multiple projects. You will have the ability to drive the team to achieve best practice in warehousing, transport, and logistics operations. 

Your knowledge of market conditions and analytical skills will assist you when forecasting future demand/supply need and highlighting opportunities.

Working cross functionally with the internal teams including operations, technical and product development you will use your consultation skills to conduct internal audits to ensure standards are adhered to.

Being experienced with ERP systems and technologies you will be able to identify and implement processes and systems to optimise logistics operations and enhance supply chain visibility.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Certificate/Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field or professional experience in supply chain coordination within the manufacturing industry.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (especially excel) and experience with supply chain management software.
• Agile and able to work in dynamic environment adapting to changing business needs and multiple priorities.
• Developed analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Experience managing, developing and motivating a small team.

Thrive in our innovative fast-moving Company and enjoy working in a supportive and inclusive team environment.