Executive Director, Manufacturing & Logistics

• Large-scale leadership role in manufacturing and logistics
• Leading not-for-profit health service provider in Australia
• Melbourne based

C-Suite Partners is thrilled to partner with Australian Redcross Lifeblood to appoint their next Executive Director, Manufacturing & Logistics.
  
This is a large-scale leadership role, responsible for the effective delivery of manufacturing and logistics services, including overseeing the processing, testing and distribution of lifesaving blood and biological products across Australia.

A significant focus for the role is building culture and engagement of the workforce.  

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood is a leading not-for-profit health service provider with a legacy of over 90 years. United through the power of humanity to build a healthier nation, Lifeblood serve over 25 million people stretched across 7 million square kilometres. It also delivers world-class research and provides expertise in diagnostic, transplantation and other clinical services.
  
Reporting to the Lifeblood’s Chief Executive Officer, as a key member of the Executive, the role plays a critical role in shaping strategy, driving operational excellence, embedding innovation, and maintaining compliance with strict regulatory standards, while ensuring a culture of continuous improvement and safety. 

The ideal candidate is an inspiring and dynamic leader with demonstrated success in leading large teams through a cultural transformation.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of Lifeblood’s manufacturing operations across Australia.  
• Develop and execute end-to-end strategies to support the operationalisation of the Lifeblood Unlocked – Strategy 2027.
• Implement and enforce quality control measures to ensure that every step of the process adheres to the highest standards of safety and quality; and that products meet demand and exceed the expectations of donors, patients and health providers. 
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination and communication throughout the manufacturing process.
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement automation and systems to optimise production workflows, reduce costs, and increase operational efficiency. 

Key Requirements:

• Extensive leadership experience in large-scale manufacturing, logistics, or operational environments, ideally within highly regulated sectors.
• Demonstrated success in leading large, distributed teams through significant change and complexity. 
• Strong track record of achieving operational efficiency, compliance, and financial outcomes. 
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government and regulatory bodies. 
• Post graduate qualification in a relevant field.