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Patariki Wilson

Ohauiti,BOP

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven leader with a proven track record in operational improvements and business excellence, achieved through effective coordination, collaboration, and innovative problem-solving. A strong passion for team development fosters a thriving environment where experienced and motivated members align with a clear vision for culture and results. Extensive experience across multiple sites reinforces a robust health and safety culture, earning recognition from colleagues and management for commitment to safety and training initiatives. A positive attitude and exceptional communication skills facilitate seamless interactions with diverse personalities, enhancing both professional relationships and team cohesion.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tauranga Distribution Manager

Winstone Wallboards
01.2022 - Current
  • Lead for Tauriko WWB operational implementation. Design, build, processes, improvements for the uplift of Tauriko operations.
  • Setting goals and development plans through collaborative management to ensure team members success.
  • National strategic planning.
  • Maintaining a 98% SIFOTIS to maintain customer experience.
  • Leading safety initiatives and national committee meetings.
  • Setting annual budgets through forecasting and S&OP.
  • Maintaining a great H&S culture of reporting and risk management through recognition and behaviours.
  • Managing external and internal training to maintain 95%.
  • Hiring 80% new staff in a new operation and maintaining customer satisfaction.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure timely distribution of customer orders across multiple channels.
  • Coordinated logistics operations, optimizing transportation routes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Oversaw warehouse operations, enhancing workflow processes and improving staff productivity.
  • Trained team members on safety protocols and operational procedures to minimize risks.
  • Implemented inventory management systems to streamline stock control and reduce waste.
  • Coordinated closely with customer service representatives to address any shipping or delivery issues promptly, improving overall customer satisfaction rates.
  • Managed warehouse operations, ensuring proper storage and handling of products to maintain quality.
  • Established clear communication channels with sales teams to improve coordination between departments, resulting in smoother workflows throughout the organization.

AKL Distribution/Local Transport Operations Manager

Winstone Wallboards
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Proactively seek to improve customer challenges and effectively resolve customer problems.
  • Inventory management/improvement in systems and processes.
  • Managing and improving lay out changes for business requirements.
  • Leading Safety committee within the scope of the distribution operation.
  • Successfully cross training operators into all areas of the distribution.
  • Maintaining PNL on a monthly basis.
  • Developed and implemented transport routes to optimize delivery efficiency.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely procurement of transportation resources.
  • Led cross-functional teams in executing logistics projects, enhancing collaboration across departments.
  • Coordinated with external partners such as carriers, and warehouse personnel to ensure seamless end-to-end deliveries to customers.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to develop efficient delivery schedules that met customer expectations while minimizing operational costs.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through proactive communication and effective issue resolution.

National MHE & Training Coordinator

Winstone Wallboards
2016 - 01.2021
  • Introduced KPIs to reduce DOWNTIME on loadout from 16.2 minutes to 10.2 (over 6 months)
  • Generating Training documents, training schedules and amendments to SOPs annually.
  • Financial reductions to the business and reporting.
  • Successfully cross training operators into all areas of the distribution.
  • Transparency across the business by maintaining standards in all operations.
  • Use of resources to implement improvements.
  • Developing the current annual inventory process.
  • Assisting with the structure and configuration of a new distribution centre.
  • Develop plans and resolve issues through collaborative problem solving.
  • Proactively seek to improve customer challenges and effectively resolve customer problems.
  • Inventory management/improvement in systems and processes.
  • Managing and improving lay out changes for business requirements.
  • Developing and maintaining training matrix and SOPs.
  • Developing National training coordination record
  • Training scheduling and compliance tracking.
  • Coordinated training sessions to ensure compliance with safety standards and operational protocols.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive training materials to enhance employee knowledge and performance.
  • Facilitated onboarding processes for new hires, promoting a smooth transition into company culture.
  • Collaborated with department leads to identify skill gaps and tailor training programs accordingly.

Team Leader

Winstone Wallboards
2012 - 2016
  • Led team to achieve project milestones through effective communication and coordination.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce downtime.
  • Mentored team members, fostering professional growth and enhancing skill sets.
  • Developed training materials to onboard new employees, ensuring consistency in operations.
  • Facilitated regular team meetings to align goals and address challenges collaboratively.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork and high morale among staff.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.

Timber yard assistant

Bunnings
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • SOP training of power tools and standard operation requirements
  • Meeting with external customers for delivery of goods.
  • Internal customer relationships with the Auckland region stores.
  • Relationship building with buyers across a wide range of different product dealers.

Warehouse storemen

Baxter Healthcare
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Standard operating procedures in the logistics environment.
  • Aisle auditing to a national level, analysis of potential errors.
  • Maintenance of machinery participate in EH&S initiatives.
  • Implementation and training of systems and processes at a national level.
  • Based JD. Edwards inventory management application
  • Key role in the improvements of systems to reduce DIFOTIS from 2009-2010 by 70%
  • Increased company inventory accuracy from 98.7% in 2009 to 99.4% in 2010 (average)
  • Part of the team that reduced line rate from 7.40 minutes to 2.90 (over 6 months)
  • Team member of Baxter Team of the year 2010
  • Won the respect of peers and Management alike.

Education

NCEA Level 3 -

Rutherford College
Auckland, NZ

UN -

Unit Standards Adult Learning And Developement
Auckland, NZ

UN -

ICAM Investigation
Auckland, NZ

Skills

  • Business relationship management
  • Employee engagement
  • Experienced with Microsoft Office tools
  • Workforce development and mentoring
  • Oversight of site resources
  • Proficient in JDE inventory systems
  • Freight management expertise
  • Budget reporting
  • Warehouse management
  • Efficiency improvement
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Supply chain oversight

Certification

  • Train the trainer certified
  • Forklift certificate (F endorsement)
  • Step up Programme
  • H&S compliance
  • AP/TFO MPI Approved handler
  • Accredited LPG Trainer
  • Adult learning US 7091, 20469, 19444, 7115
  • Assessor accredited for adult development US 4098, 11281
  • Health and safety Security

Timeline

Tauranga Distribution Manager

Winstone Wallboards
01.2022 - Current

AKL Distribution/Local Transport Operations Manager

Winstone Wallboards
01.2021 - 01.2022

Timber yard assistant

Bunnings
01.2010 - 01.2011

Warehouse storemen

Baxter Healthcare
01.2009 - 01.2010

National MHE & Training Coordinator

Winstone Wallboards
2016 - 01.2021

Team Leader

Winstone Wallboards
2012 - 2016

NCEA Level 3 -

Rutherford College

UN -

Unit Standards Adult Learning And Developement

UN -

ICAM Investigation

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