Ben Vlass

Reporting to the Global Head of Logistics, responsible for all the processes of logistics, order management, in-bound and out-bound shipments, warehousing and inventory management for the ANZ region. Recommend and implement appropriate process improvements or implement new processes as needed and support continuous improvement programs to drive improvements in the network operational planning process ensuring continuity of service of the DC . Provide regular and clear communications relating to stock levels and delivery dates, ensuring that freight is tracked and relevant parties advised of any delays. Ensure all temperature sensitive products are stored according to their quality requirements to ensure no spoiling and out of quality destruction of product. Drive and oversee end of month reconciliations of stock on hand and adjustments of inventory held at warehouse to ensure ongoing inventory accuracy along with over seeing regular stock takes and related procedures at global and European warehouse. Actively participate in project implementations by providing governance and support across all project phases from planning to implementation and post go-live support, to local, international, and external teams. Timely management of project plans, timelines, milestones/deliverables, stakeholder alignment & communications, risk/issue and escalation management.

Allocation and Replenishment - Review VM briefs & sales trends of lines on replenishment and change behaviour as needed. - Best practice processes and stock management procedures are followed for new store openings, missed trade, store profiles, model management, stock recalls, DC SOH maintenance and discontinued lines. - Create manual replenishment where lines are not on automatic replenishment models. - Execute timely and accurate allocation of the merchandise range plan. - Comunicate to the business on stock management issues. Replenishment Forecasting -Undertake weekly reporting, analysis and forecasting of core lines by SKU to meet agreed weeks cover targets. - Provide planners with weekly forecast quantities, including commentary on material changes in sale trends. - Manage the variances in line projection orders based on sales trends. Analysis & Business Support - Create and collate information to use for allocation, replenishment and also identify issues or opportunities with ad hoc analysis. - Produce and distribute weekly store stock reports, store trade reports and DC order processing time reports to the business. - Perform ad hoc analysis where required and make recommendations based on this analysis. Projects and Process Improvement - Lead Store Stock Management project initiated by Executive Director, reporting to GM of JayJays and Executive Director on a weekly basis. - Develop strategies to improve store stock position and store performance. - Liase with different departments to ensure correct implementation of strategies. - Ensure that process improvements are practical and will have a positive impact on the business. People Management - Recruit and induct new employees. - Develop my team through structured learning and going development processes. - Review performance during the year and conduct year end performance reviews. - Manage teams daily workflow that is over and above their normal daily structure.

Develop and maintain line projections, including sales plan, forward orders, for 300 lines for the Australian and New Zealand markets. Execute timely and accurate allocation of the Merchandise Range Plan using subcategory analysis and rankings. Coordinate new store openings with Retail Operations to build product assortment. Ensure store sales budgets are supported with efficient initial allocations of new lines. Communicate to the business on stock management issues and provide feedback on suggested solutions. Coordinate weekly allocation meetings to drive stock opportunities within the range plan and product life cycle. Review VM changes, window launches and new sales trends and adjust store stock level accordingly. Create and distribute weekly stock management reports to all areas of the business, including Group General Manager Retail Operations, Jay Jays General Manager of Retail Operations and planning and buying managers. Analyse and develop size curves for all ongoing line projection styles along with newly ranged lines.

Generate new deals for the sports, fitness and outdoor categories. Manage previous accounts and suppliers to continue growing the business. Develop sale plans, forecasts and strategies to reach targets. Work with the in house design and copywriting teams to develop the advertising banners and overall look of the sale. Work with suppliers to ensure that all deliveries are handled in a timely fashion. Forward plan for future events and schedule orders and production with suppliers.

Manage all imports, including organise orders with the supplier in Italy, working with freight companies to organise shipments and the management and distribution of orders locally.

Responsible for inventory control, including forecasting, purchase orders, reporting and warehousing. Responsible for import/export controls including both domestic and international freight. Work within the sales and support teams for the achievement of customer satisfaction, revenue generation, receivable collection, and log-term goals in line with company vision and values. Key responsibilities and duties: -Develop annual forecast plan in conjunction with the Director, which details activities to follow during the fiscal year. -Process with due diligence the required purchase orders during the fiscal year. -Make recommendations on improvements in relation to warehousing and freight costs. -Ensure the integrity and accuracy of all inventories, across all warehouses and departments. -Maintain accurate records to maximise reporting potential. -Have a complete understanding of pricing and proposal models.

Responsible for the overall management and development of the BBB brand in Australia including areas of Budgeting, Marketing, Purchasing, Inventory Control and Brand Expansion. Manage a stock inventory of over 4000 SKU’s that are in constant rotation. Responsible for the creation of profit projections to meet budgets in addition to ensuring increasing profits and company growth. Responsible for ongoing training and support for 8 sales representatives Australia wide.

Achievements: Increased store confidence in Silca Pumps after manufacturing fault resulted in a complete rebuild of the entire stock on hand of over 2000 pumps. Begin to build brand awareness of Morgan Blue lubricants with stores and sales representatives. Responsibilities: Processing daily sales orders from stores and Sales Representatives. Liaising with warehouse staff to ensure all orders are processed in a timely manner and any issues are dealt with urgently. Maintain communication with Sales Representatives regarding sales orders, promotions and out of stock issues. Develop and maintain dealership programs for second tier brands including Cyclus Tools and Silca Pumps. Follow up on warranty issues with customers and liaise with suppliers overseas to rectify any ongoing issues. Organise products to be sent to magazines for product reviews, follow up to make sure products are returned in a timely manner and in god condition. Communicate product reviews with sales representatives and relevant brand head offices

• Developed a basic understanding of SAP • Gained an understanding of organisational counseling and consulting methods • Undertook in-depth analysis of organisations undergoing significant change and outlined possible problems and areas for improvement • Successfully conducted supply chain audit on a major Australian company and made recommendations on areas for improvement • Designed and developed an organisation climate survey with an emphasis on staff satisfaction and made recommendations on how to improve staff satisfaction based off survey results • Successfully developed organisational change management strategies for a major organisation with reference to its effect on staff and the business as a whole