Carl Grainger

Experience

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  Linfox

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2003

  Warehouse Manager

  Responsible for the operation of inwards, storage, pick/pack and dispatch/transport of Yates products.Managed a team of 8 staff members and provided liaison between Linfox Management and Yates NZ staff. This was a new warehouse build and was involved in the layout of the operation and the negotiation and introduction of new equipment.Achievements: Manage relocation of warehouse stock and operation from existing DC to new purpose built warehouse in PenroseAchieve 0 accidents over the time in this role.Maintain above 98% DIFOTA target for Yates NZImplement changes to warehouse pick system to improve the productivity and speed of order picking and ensure accurate order picking Show less

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  Patrick Corporation

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2007

  Operations Manager

  Responsible for the warehouse and fleet management; including 15 warehouse staff and 12 trucks and drivers. Revenue and cost analysis and management, along with the operational and regulatory requirements of the business. Customer relationship management and business development.Achievements: Installed an international freight depot within the operation, working with Customs and MAF to meet regulatory requirements and allow the business to operate a Customs Bonded warehouse.Rationalized the current operation, reviewing cost structures and profitability, revising unprofitable operations and bringing in new business improving revenue.Created a new business opportunity providing a container unpack operation off site for the Kmart Distribution Centre. Show less

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  Pavé Brands

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2013

  Operations & Logistics

  End to End Supply Chain Management for each of the Brands Purchase forecasting and reportingSales trend analysis and reportingReview Sales and Promotional plans and performance developing demand and purchasing plans and tools to ensure optimal stock utilisationDevelopment and implementation of reporting tools for purchase and inventory planningVariance reporting on forecast accuracy, trade spend and purchasing.Negotiating with Third Party Warehouse and Logistics companies to achieve cost effective service with 98% or higher DIFOTARelationship management with suppliers and customers, ensuring KPI’s are reported and met and issues are dealt with proactively.Manage IT systems and provide data mining and modeling, including ensuring the integrity of the system links with external parties.Product development, providing cost analysis, analysing the suitability of products to the market, the supply chain costs involved, and the import or export restrictions and duties applicableIdentifying opportunities and promoting and implementing change Show less

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  Winegrowers of Ara

  Jan 2013 - Jun 2016

  Supply Chain Manager

  Working closely with the General Manager, Sales and Marketing and the Chief Financial Officer, the Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for maintaining a comprehensive demand and production model which meets the market needs of the Group’s customers.Ensure excellence in the execution of the Group’s production plan so that finished product is delivered to meet customer requirements on time and within budget.Develop strong relationships with key partners across the supply chain including the contract winemaking and bottling facilities used by the Group; suppliers of dry goods and local and international logistics providers for the movement and storage of finished goods. Maintain the Group’s investment in its finished and dry goods by ensuring that its value is retained by ensuring bottling and labeling runs are optimised and appropriate levels of dry goods are ordered to avoid obsolescence, whilst ensuring production at quantity levels sufficient to obtain best price and lowest cost manufacturing.Optimise the Group’s cost of inventory, minimising the packaged goods held to remain flexible relative to forecasts.Ensure all regulatory obligations associated with the movement of the Group’s finished product across global markets are met.Maintain the perpetual Inventory system to ensure it aligns with the physical inventory position and work with the Finance Team to ensure accurate and timely reporting of inventory.Manage the sales orders and logistics administrators to ensure processing of orders within the required timeframes and appropriate inventory holding across multiple sites.Maintain the pricing within the business systems and ensure they are up to date, authorised, and accurate, and are reviewed and on a regular basis.Ensure stock turn is maintained and vintage clearance is completed as required to maximise business profitability. Show less

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  Good Health Products

  Jun 2016 - May 2018

  Supply Chain Manager

  In charge of the End to End Supply Chain functions at Good Health, Sourcing, Procurement, Production Planning, Warehousing and Logistics, along with Demand and Operational Planning.Member of the Executive Team overseeing Supply and Operational teamsNegotiate pricing, terms, and conditions of contracts with contractors and/or service providers. Interview, identify, and qualify potential new vendors or suppliers in order to secure more cost-effective sources of products and services.

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  Self-employed

  Jan 2020 - now

  Supply Chain Consultant

  My extensive experience, networks and successful track record within FMCG, Phama and Beverage markets globally and locally allow my continued growth within the ever-changing demands of Supply Chain Management

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  Lion

  Jun 2021 - Oct 2023

  Materials Planner (Contract)

  Contract Role with The Materials and Global Logistics Team covering Peak, and was extended through to October 2023. MRP function for Packaging including Supplier Management.

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  Steak Cookoff Association

  Jan 2022 - now

  New Zealand Rep (Competition BBQ)

  The Steak Cookoff Association is dedicated to building the sport of Steak Cookoffs. As the NZ Rep, I Sanction and help organise and promote BBQ Competitions throughout the country.