Job Info
Location: STAPYLTON, QLD
Salary: Above Award
Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job Description
Role Purpose The National Manufacturing Manager is responsible for delivering sustainable and profitable business operations across all VENTORA Glass manufacturing sites in Australia. This position is part of the VENTORA Glass Senior leadership team and will be engaged with contributing to the strategy and direction of the VENTORA Glass business nationally.
It is expected that the role will work very closely with the National Sales Manager to ensure demand in the business remains strong and that the business is growing market share by delivering on its promises to our valued customers. Main Duties & Responsibilities
* To provide leadership to the management team and entire organisation.
* Control, co-ordinate and monitor all manufacturing related activities for the achievement of business budgeted objectives.
This includes establishing and co-ordinating objectives, establishing KPI’s and, where appropriate, recommendation of standards and improvement targets.
* Proactively contribute to a safe and supportive workplace.
Drive a safe and supportive workplace culture. Implement and maintain Company Workplace, Health and Safety management systems and initiatives to improve productivity.
* In consultation with local Operational Managers develop operational systems/processes to assist in the control of quality, costs, raw materials, inventories, etc.
This includes setting agreed key performance indicators for operational effectiveness.
* Review analyses of activities, costs, operations, sales and forecast data to determine department or division progression toward stated goals and objectives and to gain insights into how to improve performance, productivity and maximise growth.
* In consultation with the National Sales Manager, contribute to the design and implementation of the strategic business plan to expand the company’s customer base, and operational capabilities.
Ability to maintain or restructure the business strategic planning, including sales, financial performance and new product development when required.
* Assess risk involved with new initiatives, ensure deadlines are met and be ready to handle unexpected situations.
* Identify opportunities to expand the business, including through new markets, and through operational technology advances.
* Contribute to the broader tasks, goals, plans and projects of the business, and actively seek ways to build our business safely and ethically, invest in our people, serve our customers, deliver on our promises and improve every day.
* Regular interstate travel is a requirement of this role.
Experience and Knowledge
* Business Ethics: Treats people with respect.
Keeps commitments. Inspires the trust of others to build company image by collaborating with customers, government, community organisations, and employees; enforcing ethical business practices and organisational standards and conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner.
* Industry Knowledge and Expertise: Expertise in Glass Processing and Manufacturing facilities with process capability mindset.
Identify emerging markets and market shifts while being fully aware of new products, technology advances and competition status.
* Financial Acumen: Reviews and approves preparation of accounting analysis for budgetary planning and implementation, production efficiency, financial reporting, budgetary planning and submittal for capital expenditures.
* Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organisation via appropriate communication methods.
Maintains accurate business data.
* Sales and Operational Skills: Extensive senior management experience in a GM or Operational Management role is critical for this position.
This role works in partnership with the National Sales Manager and regional Operations Managers to ensure achievement of sales and operational budgets and delivery or strategies. Effective management who overcomes objections with persuasion and persistence. Initiates new contacts. Business development. Maintains customer satisfaction.
* Judgement: Displays willingness to make decisions based on understanding opportunities; presenting assumptions and recommending objectives whilst providing support and reason for decisions.
* Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment.
Manages competing demands. Accepts criticism and feedback. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation. Skills and Competencies
* Leadership: Ability to inspire, motivate, and lead a team to achieve targets and drive outcomes.
Creates an environment where people are motivated to do their best to help the business achieve its objectives. A leadership style that is both collaborative and motivational to drive engagement across the VENTORA Glass business units.
* Natural communicator: Strong communication and active listening skills, ability to apply a flexible communication style to suit the individual and the situation.
Relates well to all people.
* Results Orientated: A result-driven mindset with a focus on meeting/exceeding key performance indicators (KPI’s) and driving continuous improvement across the VENTORA Glass business units.
* Time Management: Effective time management and organisational skills to prioritise tasks, manage workload efficiently, and allocate resources effectively to meet business objectives.
* Innovation: Displays original thinking and creativity.
Meets challenges with resourcefulness. Generates suggestions for improving work. Develops innovative approaches and ideas.
* Negotiating Skills: Strong negotiating skills to reach mutually beneficial agreements with stakeholders.
* Ethical Conduct: Commitment to conducting business with integrity, honesty, and professionalism, adhering to ethical standards and compliance with company policies and regulations.
* Manages Ambiguity: Operates effectively, even when things are not certain, or the way forward is not clear.
Flexible and Adaptable.
* Instils Trust: Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity and sincerity.
Proven ability to build trust with others through a commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.
* Company and team Fit: Demonstrates values-based leadership modelling behaviours aligned with VENTORA’s values and leadership model.