Head of NZ Supply Chain and Operations
GWA Group, New Zealand
Job Description
* This role is only open to internal candidates *
Who are GWA?
Since 1886, the experts at GWA have designed innovative, high-quality products for homes and offices. We have market leading, iconic brands including Caroma, Methven, Dorf and Clark.
At GWA our purpose is to make everyday water experiences extraordinary. Water scarcity affects all communities and given that our consumers enjoy experiencing our products every day, we are proud to help save millions of litres of water each year.
Your new role
We are looking for an experienced, dynamic Head of NZ Supply Chain amp; Operaions to join our team in Avondale, Auckland on permanent, full-time basis. Reporting to our Country Manager for New Zealand, you will have a wide remit which includes driving the daily standard of work across the distribution centre - ensuring delivery on time sensitive supply chain deadlines, and responsibility for managing the key supplier relationships within the tapware category in order to build strong partnerships and capacity. This is a key role within our team and you will manage the efficient procurement of finished goods and components, plan and schedule overseas vendor capacity and dispatch requirements to achieve and maintain predetermined inventory levels and to maximise optimal service levels for the business. This role is also responsible for ensuring GWA Bathroom amp; Kitchen’s products are fit for purpose and consistently meet external and internal customers’ requirements.
About you
Our deal candidate will have:
- Minimum of 15 years’ experience in logistics and supply chain management.
- Experience in purchasing, supply negotiation, inventory management and planning, and people management.
- Experience in quality, manufacturing and logistics management.
- Knowledge of and skills in budgeting, monthly and annual forecasting, pricing models
- Strong experience in negotiation and influencing
- Outstanding relationship building skills and the ability to develop and maintain strong networks with both internal and external stakeholders
- Reliability and integrity, with a focus on working towards deadlines and fulfilling obligations
- Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, supply chain or an engineering discipline or equivalent level of expertise gained from a combination of experience, training or professional accreditation
What’s it like to work at GWA?
Culture is key for us and our people come from a variety of backgrounds and industries. We all share a common purpose of bringing to life all three of our cultural pillars: We are Customer Focused; We are One Team and We Care For Each Other. Our passion and dedication are evident in how we work together to ensure everyone achieves our goals and that we all play in a role in making GWA a great place to work.
Our success is driven by a global team that share a passion to be the trusted and integrated solutions partner in the delivery of sustainable water solutions for bathrooms, kitchens, and laundries.
GWA is on a journey from Good to Great, and we are looking for people who are excited by change and want to make a difference. We care for each other and encourage people to take the lead to deliver superior solutions for our customers and consumers.
What else do we offer?
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- Competitive remuneration and bonus structures
- Boost program - exclusive access to discounts and cashback rewards at your favourite stores
As well as other great benefits like discounted health insurance, annual flu vaccinations, access to a range of online fitness programs via our Wellbeing Centre...and much more!
Interested?
Come join us and work with great people, great brands and a business with a history of strong growth. All you need to do is hit the apply button and be part of a company that is focused on delivering great customer experiences! For more information please contact Emma Mahoney, Talent Acquisition Business Partner at
GWA Group does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
You must be a citizen or permanent resident, or hold all the relevant employment visas and other approvals for the location of this position to apply for this role.
Please note that we are not accepting applications from agencies at thi