Supply Chain Optimisation Manager

* Key leadership role in our dynamic & fast paced organisation * Flexible working - WFH & North Ryde based * Free product to take home daily Are you ready to take the next step in your career in Supply Chain? Reporting into the Head of Supply Chain ANZ, we have an exciting opportunity for a Supply Chain Optimisation Manager to join our Tip Top team. Based in North Ryde with flexible hybrid working conditions this role manages the National Planning & Materials supply across the Tip top network, whilst optimizing the network supply activities and to manage key Supply chain procurement activities. This role is very diverse and requires a high level of leadership and business acumen to ensure whole of systems/business thinking. Purpose of the Role * Overall management of the operational stream of Major Projects (Operational & Supply Chain) as directed by the Head of Supply Chain ANZ * Establish project governance including charter, plans, issues & risks registers, dependency mapping and costed manifests * Lead the Supply planning & material supply national team including S&OP comms and NPD product set up to ensure effective launch to market and ongoing material supply * Lead IBP Supply planning process and participate in other IBP work streams * Ensure workstreams & process are continually reviewed and improved as part of a continuous improvement mindset * Manage imported direct material supply activities and develop relationships with key stakeholders * Establish and execute stakeholder management plan and communication framework * Manage and lead the Freight & Warehouse procurement and other Supply chain procurement activities as prescribed including delivery in terms of costs, timeframes, quality to agreed service levels * Lead and support the business strategy in network optimisation across the bakery network, including where made where sold, line capacity, network constraints and future capital requirements About You The ideal candidate will have: * 5-7 years of relevant management experience (within supply chain and FMCG - food preferable) * Experience managing different types of projects including strategy, business change, evaluation and selection, IT, infrastructure deployment * Understanding of Supply Chain / Operations discipline and function within FMCG * Strong business acumen * Strong interpersonal skills and comfortable working in a matrix organisation * Flexible and agile About Us We are Australia's leading brand of quality bread and bakery products. Chances are that one of our iconic brands is sitting on your table, packed in your lunchbox or resting in your pantry right now, as well as supplying leading quick service restaurants and the commercial food service channel. Join the team and be part of one of our iconic brands like Tip Top, Abbotts Bakery, Bürgen and Golden. Working with Tip Top, we offer many benefits including: * Paid Parental Leave * Employee Recognition Program * Inclusion & Diversity initiatives * Study Assistance * Learning & Development courses and programs for your career * Novated Lease * Access to Employee Assistance Program * Paid volunteer days * Employee discounts on Dell & Microsoft products Apply Now To apply for this opportunity please submit your application by clicking on the 'apply now' button During the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening tests which include a criminal record check. At Tip Top we strive to create a place where Everyone belongs, Everyone is valued, and Everyone has equal opportunity. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures - including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. So we can get to know you in the best possible way, we're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. Let us know your needs in providing a positive, barrier-free recruitment process via phone on 02 9168 4260 or email to ******