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Robert Paniani

Papatoetoe

Summary

Accomplished Operations Manager with strong record of business leadership, people management and development and continuous improvement. Monitors performance and people and identifies issues to implement new methods and optimize resources so that the best possible result for the business can be presented. Results-driven leader with skills in budget management, people management and supply chain practices.


With nearly a decade of experience in the supply chain industry, I bring a strong foundation of knowledge and practical expertise. Over the past 10 years, I’ve developed a deep understanding of operations, logistics, and end-to-end supply processes. I'm now ready to embrace a new challenge—one that not only builds on my existing skill set but also pushes me to grow further in a dynamic and evolving environment. I'm excited about the opportunity to apply what I’ve learned in a fresh setting and contribute meaningfully from day one.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

PM Shift Manager

The Warehouse Group
09.2024 - Current
  • Managing Inwards, Selection, Replenishment, Outbound, and Apparel Operations.
  • Developed shift schedules, optimizing labor resources to meet operational demands.
  • Coaching Supervisors and Team Leaders in people leadership.
  • Managing HR processes.
  • Developing labour management systems for increased visibility and identification of growth opportunities.
  • Deploying organizational change initiatives.

Operations Manager

Foodstuffs North Island Ltd
08.2021 - 06.2024
  • Organized resources, supplies and teams to meet operational demand and core metrics.
  • Coordinated operations successfully to uphold reputation and confidence with stores.
  • Use problem-solving abilities to anticipate and troubleshoot issues threatening to disrupt operations.
  • Created labour plans that are cost effective and efficient to meet throughput and labour cost per carton.
  • Coached and mentored Team Leaders to be the best in the business and become Operations Managers themselves. So far, 3 of my Team Leaders have stepped up into Operations Manager roles.
  • Worked with both internal and external stakeholders to co-ordinate successful operation.
  • Taken teams through change management to achieve desired business objectives and cost effective and engaging results.
  • Developed positive engagement and created a culture of equality, understanding, transparency, hardwork and fun without hindering productivity and efficiency.

Team Leader

Foodstuffs North Island (Chilled & Frozen)
06.2018 - 08.2021
  • Team Leader Dispatch AM
  • Team Leader Inwards Goods AM
  • Team Leader Dispatch & Selections PM
  • Creating labour plans for BAU & Peak Operations.
  • Co-ordinating and executing run plans and store schedules with labour and DC & Transport Operations.
  • Holding one on one conversations with teams.
  • Conducting disciplinaries and holding tough conversations with Team Members.
  • Working with external stake holders such as temp agencies, carriers, depots, and stores to get best results for all parties.
  • Developed Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook skills to intermediate level.
  • Coached and developed team members with the organization.
  • Developed and implemented JDA WMS and SAP systems into the DC.

Warehouse Operator

Foodstuffs North Island (Chilled & Frozen)
10.2013 - 06.2018
  • Picking (Voice Pick & RF)
  • Hoist Replen Driver
  • Hoist Putaway Driver
  • Receiver (Inwards Goods)
  • Inwards Administrator
  • Inventory Control/Claims & Credits
  • Wave Planning & Order Fulfillment
  • Dispatching & Staging (Load & Unload)
  • Transport Dispatcher & Planner

Education

NCEA Level 3 -

Aorere College

First Aider Level 1 - undefined

St Johns

Forklift Licences - Pallet Truck, Counter Balance, Reach Truck

National Forklift Training

Accredited Person & TFO - undefined

IVS

Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
  • Labour Planning
  • P&L Management
  • Performance Reporting
  • JDA WMS
  • Manhattan WMS
  • Public Speaking
  • Process Improvement
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • SAP
  • HR - Disciplinary
  • Inventory Management
  • People Management
  • Process Management

LANGUAGE

English Proficient (C2)
Cook Islands Maori Proficient (C2)

Timeline

PM Shift Manager

The Warehouse Group
09.2024 - Current

Operations Manager

Foodstuffs North Island Ltd
08.2021 - 06.2024

Team Leader

Foodstuffs North Island (Chilled & Frozen)
06.2018 - 08.2021

Warehouse Operator

Foodstuffs North Island (Chilled & Frozen)
10.2013 - 06.2018

First Aider Level 1 - undefined

St Johns

Forklift Licences - Pallet Truck, Counter Balance, Reach Truck

National Forklift Training

Accredited Person & TFO - undefined

IVS

NCEA Level 3 -

Aorere College
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