SAM BHANDARI
Summary
Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 10 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach. Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 10 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Space Industries Ltd
08.2022 - Current
- Strategically managing warehouse operations of two DG and MPI certified sites
- Helping oversee the annual budget in conjunction with the GM
- Liaising with external contractors to complete projects critical to the business
- Responsible in maintenance of high standards of health and safety, hygiene and security
- Overseeing receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations for two sites
- Setting up layout and ensuring efficient space utilization
- Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system
- Communicating with clients, suppliers and transport companies to ensure smooth delivery of goods to various customers
- Plan work rosters, assign tasks appropriately and appraise results for a permanent team of three
- Adhering to all warehousing, dangerous goods handling and MPI requirements
- Leading various external and internal audits
- Examples of audits include New Zealand Dangerous Goods certification and MPI certification for both sites.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
DAY SHIFT TEAM LEADER
Avery Dennison New Zealand Ltd
04.2016 - 07.2022
- Leading, managing and organizing dispatch of daily sales orders to respective customers
- Constantly monitoring pick accuracy and quality of goods being dispatched
- Utilizing computerized stock control systems and keeping manual records
- Making sure all health and safety requirements are met by the shift operations team daily
- Regularly performing cycle counts of various stock locations to maintain stock volume and location accuracy
- Overseeing the unloading of containers according to MPI regulations
- Training new staff so that they adhere to company protocols and standards
- Communicating with customer services team and overseas supply chain specialists to identify and mitigate any risks in daily DC inwards and dispatch operations
- Liaising with 3PL partners such as DHL and Mainfreight for storage of excess stock.
INWARD GOODS SUPERVISOR
Mitre 10 Albany NZ
04.2014 - 03.2016
- Responsible for the receipt of all incoming goods into the warehouse
- Directing staff to receipt any urgently needed stock or custom order items
- Communicating with suppliers to fix and correct any discrepancies while receiving stock
- Overseeing the unloading of goods using a forklift in a safe and timely manner
- Coordinating and communicating with different store departments to ensure goods are taken to the shop floor for merchandizing
- Managing a high volume of incoming goods and organizing efficient use of space in the warehouse.
Education
Certified in Planning And Inventory Management
NZPICS (CPIM)
Auckland, NZ10.2024
Skills
- Production Operations
- Warehouse Operations
- Biosecurity (TFO & AP accreditation)
- Management of Dangerous Goods
- Supply Chain Management
- Data Entry
- Stock Management
- Environment, Health and Safety (EHS)
- Advanced level in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
- Current counterbalance forklift license
- Team Leadership
- Problem-Solving
- Customer Service
- Operations Management
Education Certifications
- Current MPI Accredited Person (AP)
- Current Transitional Facility Operator (TFO)
- Current Dangerous Goods Handler Certification
- Current Counterbalance License
- Diploma in Personal Training and Fitness from NZIHF 2012
Timeline
Operations Manager
Space Industries Ltd
08.2022 - Current
DAY SHIFT TEAM LEADER
Avery Dennison New Zealand Ltd
04.2016 - 07.2022
INWARD GOODS SUPERVISOR
Mitre 10 Albany NZ
04.2014 - 03.2016
Certified in Planning And Inventory Management
NZPICS (CPIM)
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