- Music
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Playing Sports
- Diving
- Camping
- Running
DEANE SIMONS
TOTARA HEIGHTS,AUK
Summary
Logistics professional with strong leadership skills and extensive experience in supply chain management and operational efficiency. Skilled in coordinating complex logistics processes, optimizing inventory control, and ensuring timely delivery. Proven ability to foster team collaboration and adapt to dynamic environments to achieve outstanding results. Recognized for strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication. I have 35 years’ experience in the sports industry, either as a player or in a development capacity with a passion for the youth sector.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Multi-Client Health Care Logistics Supervisor
DHL Supply Chain
01.2004 - Current
- Staff management (Team of 15)
- SOP’s management
- Client & Transport interactions
- Monthly KPI Meetings/Con Calls
- Cold Chain/Controlled Drug Productivity
- Crown MHE management (Radquip MS)
- KPI Reporting
- Kronos payroll system
- Inbound/Outbound procedures
- Administration
- TMS & SAP WMS control
- Dispatch/Inwards procedures
- Client interactions
- Stock take Preparations
- Customer Services/Admin
- Stock control
- I-Procure (Oracle) – Ordering system (Stationery, Uniforms, Packaging etc.)
- Rework procedures
- Audits
- Site Open & lock up duties
- Chep pallet account management
- Staff appraisals
- Oversaw daily operations ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Managed team performance through effective coaching and mentoring practices.
- Implemented process improvements resulting in increased operational efficiency.
- Developed training programs to upskill staff and improve workforce competency.
- Analyzed workflow processes, identifying bottlenecks and recommending solutions for optimization.
- Oversaw budget planning and allocation, ensuring optimal use of resources across all departments in the agency.
Storeman
Cardinal Freight
01.2001 - 01.2004
Hotel Porter
Sky City
01.1999 - 01.2001
Butcher
Affco Meatworks
01.1997 - 01.1999
Education
Opononi Area School
Northlandundefined
Te WanangaAotearoa
Skills
- Positive can-do-attitude and adaptability
- Great communication and leadership skills
- Punctual and good time management
- Self-motivation and effective in a team environment
- Willingness to learn and go the extra mile
- Resilience and ability to work under pressure
- Decision making and conflict resolution
- Organisation, commitment and coordination
- Logistics coordination
- Material handling
- Transportation management
- Training employees
- Delivery scheduling
- Dispatching
- Logistics planning
- SOP compliance
- Warehouse organization
- Warehouse management
- Quality assurance
- Workplace inspections
- Quality control analysis
- Distribution management
- Procedures compliance
- Materials storage
- Purchase orders
- Inventory tracking
- Demand forecasting
- Process improvement
- Inventory control processes
- Team management
- Safety standards
Accomplishments
Awarded Employee of the Year twice for DHL New Zealand
Awarded multiple awards within DHL supply chain sector
Super user with various DHL management systems
Selected to represent New Zealand in Basketball & Touch Rugby
Selected to represent the New Zealand Maori in Rugby league
Certification
- Certified to operate Counter Balance forklift, Reach truck, Stock Picker, Electric Walk Truck, Wave Machine and Taro Truck
- Dangerous goods handling
- Dangerous goods HSNO
- Biosecurity Accredited Person
- First Aid certificate
- DHL CSCS management training certified
- Diploma in Te Ara Reo Maori
Interests
Timeline
Multi-Client Health Care Logistics Supervisor
DHL Supply Chain
01.2004 - Current
Storeman
Cardinal Freight
01.2001 - 01.2004
Hotel Porter
Sky City
01.1999 - 01.2001
Butcher
Affco Meatworks
01.1997 - 01.1999
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Te WanangaAotearoa
Opononi Area School
SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
Sport is a big part of my life. It has been an honour and privilege to represent New Zealand on the international stage across two codes; Basketball and Touch Rugby. I have a passion for team work and experience in attaining the best out of people as well as continue to thrive in learning new things.,
2018-2024: NZ Men’s 40s Touch Rugby Team,
2013-2017: Counties Manukau Men’s 35s Touch Rugby Team,
2010-2013: Counties Manukau Men’s 30s Touch Rugby Team,
2009: Niue Rugby 7s Team,
2008: North Harbour Men’s 30s Touch Rugby Team,
2002: Auckland Maori Rugby League Team – Pacific Cup,
1997: NZ Division 2 Basketball – Northland Suns Team,
1995: NZ Secondary School’s Rugby Team,
1994: Northland U17s Rugby League Team,
1992-1995: NZ Basketball Team,
1991: North Island Basketball Team