Head of Continuous Improvement

at  The Warehouse

Company Description
We are in the midst of a transformation strategy, and we are looking for a commercial partner that is going to make sure that our initiatives translate into savings!
The Warehouse Group (TWG) has become a Kiwi household name, and we proudly recognise the role that we play in communities throughout New Zealand. We are the largest general merchandise retailer in NZ across The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery & Noel Leeming. We are at an exciting point in our journey where our focus is on becoming brand-centric, aiming to deliver an unparalleled experience for our customers. Agility and collaboration are cornerstones of our work culture, empowering us to adapt swiftly and work seamlessly together. By being brand-led and retail-focused, we are intentional about placing the right people in the right roles, allowing us to perform work that truly makes a difference.
Job Description
Are you ready to take the reins of transformation within a global supply chain? We’re looking for acontinuous improvements leader with a very strong commercial background, a hands-on audit approach, and a track record of driving impactful change. As the Head of Continuous Improvement, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of our supply chain operations, unlocking efficiencies, and delivering substantial P&L savings. This role is not for the faint-hearted—it requires a relentless drive for prioritisation and a strong command of financial and commercial decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Transformation: Oversee the strategic turnaround of our supply chain, focusing on commercial improvements that drive P&L results.
• Commercial Focus: Continuously identify and execute on opportunities to optimise processes, reduce costs, and increase financial performance across the supply chain.
• Hands-On Approach: Utilise your audit and finance expertise to guide decisions that enhance commercial outcomes.
• Ruthless Prioritisation: Cut through complexity to focus on initiatives that offer the greatest P&L returns, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
• Leadership Excellence: Inspire and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and commercial thinking.
• Global Perspective: Use your international trade experience to optimise global operations, ensuring compliance while driving commercial gains.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with key departments such as Finance, Procurement, and Operations to ensure alignment with strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Proven Success: A track record of leading large-scale continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain, delivering tangible P&L results.
• Finance Expertise: Strong financial and audit skills with a deep understanding of commercial decision-making processes.
• Commercial Acumen: A sharp focus on driving savings and improving profitability through well-executed strategies.
• Leadership Skills: The ability to lead and inspire teams, coupled with the confidence to make tough prioritisation calls when necessary.
• Global Experience: Practical knowledge of international trade regulations and experience managing global supply chain complexities.
• Qualifications: Minimum CGMA, MBA, or ACMA, with extensive experience in supply chain transformation and commercial finance.

Additional Information
This is more than just a role; it’s a unique opportunity to lead transformative change. If you’re passionate about continuous improvement and have the vision, drive, and commercial acumen to deliver measurable results, this is your chance to shine. Join us in shaping the future of our supply chain.
We offer a dynamic, flexible and supportive team environment working with like-minded people within a business that cares about and recognises individuals.
We also offer a range of benefits that work for you, your lifestyle and your career which include flexible working arrangements, team member discounts, wellbeing support, leave benefits and more!
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• Lead Transformation: Oversee the strategic turnaround of our supply chain, focusing on commercial improvements that drive P&L results.
• Commercial Focus: Continuously identify and execute on opportunities to optimise processes, reduce costs, and increase financial performance across the supply chain.
• Hands-On Approach: Utilise your audit and finance expertise to guide decisions that enhance commercial outcomes.
• Ruthless Prioritisation: Cut through complexity to focus on initiatives that offer the greatest P&L returns, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
• Leadership Excellence: Inspire and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and commercial thinking.
• Global Perspective: Use your international trade experience to optimise global operations, ensuring compliance while driving commercial gains.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with key departments such as Finance, Procurement, and Operations to ensure alignment with strategic goals