Tpm Contract Manufacturing Manager

6 days ago


Auckland City, New Zealand Abbott Laboratories Full time

A newly created opportunity has arisen for a **TPM Contract Manufacturing Manager** supporting our **Abbott Nutrition Supply Chain **business. Reporting to the _Area Director (TPM Operations & R&D)_ based in _Ireland_, this is an **Auckland** based role.

This role is the key point of contact between Abbott and the Third-Party Manufacturer (TPM). The primary focus is to manage the strategic relationship with the TPM while also supporting and resolving day to day issues. You will seek to drive continuous improvement and drive more efficient ways of conducting business, while ensuring the TPM delivers its volume commitments on time and in full.

**In this role you will**:

- Act as the primary liaison between the TPM and Abbott Nutrition to manage and develop a strategic relationship between the two parties
- Negotiation and maintenance of contracts
- Responsible for the successful resolution of all business and supply chain issues including materials management with TPM
- Ensure that capacity, capabilities and systems are in place to execute reliable and cost-effective supply of goods from TPM
- Monitor and track key performance metrics and develop strategies to improve performance
- Complete Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations with the TPM
- Manage all New Product Introduction activities at the TPM, including supporting R&D trials, First Lot to Stock production and supply chain activities related to commercialisation of new products
- Lead continuous improvement, cost and process improvement projects
- Liaise with purchasing functions to understand pricing structure for key ingredients and commodities
- Responsible for TPM P&L including standard setting, cost changes and purchase price variance

**Who we’re looking for**:

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science or similar discipline
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in nutritional powder manufacturing and packing plus additional experience in the following disciplines; supply chain, materials management, operational excellence, financial analysis, lean manufacturing or quality.
- Proven history of delivering results in a similar role
- Experience in working with multiple functional areas and possess an understanding of the various operational disciplines (Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, Purchasing, Production Planning) is essential
- A strong sense of urgency with the ability to make and implement tough and timely decisions with a focus on results; ability to adapt to changing business demands and take accountability for the entire supply chain
- Effective and exceptional communication (verbal and written) with tact and diplomacy are critical; ability to communicate technical information to a non-technical audience
- Attention to detail and ability to manage several priorities at one time, with excellent problem solving and logical thinking skills

**What we offer you**
- Discounted Shares program
- Wellness Programs
- Professional and Personal development opportunities
- Being part of an organisation reputed to be a World’s Top Employer recognised for our workplace culture that values healthy living, diversity and equal opportunity

**Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.**

Abbott is committed to building a diverse workforce that values diversity across gender, age, culture, disability and lifestyle.

In order to be eligible to work for Abbott in Australia or New Zealand, you must hold current working rights with no restrictions, for the respective country applicable.



  • Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Abbott Laboratories Full time

    A fantastic opportunity is now available for a TPM Contract Manufacturing Manager to support the Abbott Nutrition Supply Chain division. This role, based in Auckland, reports to the Area Director (TPM Operations & R&D) situated in Ireland.As the main link between Abbott and the Third-Party Manufacturer (TPM), you will focus on managing the strategic...


  • Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Abbott Laboratories Full time

    A newly created opportunity has arisen for a TPM Contract Manufacturing Manager supporting our Abbott Nutrition Supply Chain business. Reporting to the Area Director (TPM Operations & R&D) based in Ireland, this is an Auckland based role.This role is the key point of contact between Abbott and the Third-Party Manufacturer (TPM). The primary focus is to...


  • Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Abbott Laboratories Full time

    A newly created opportunity has arisen for a TPM Contract Manufacturing Manager supporting our Abbott Nutrition Supply Chain business. Reporting to the Area Director (TPM Operations & R&D) based in Ireland, this is an Auckland based role.This role is the key point of contact between Abbott and the Third-Party Manufacturer (TPM). The primary focus is to...


  • Auckland, New Zealand Abbott Laboratories Full time

    A newly created opportunity has arisen for a TPM Contract Manufacturing Manager supporting our Abbott Nutrition Supply Chain business. Reporting to the Area Director (TPM Operations & R&D) based in Ireland, this is an Auckland based role.This role is the key point of contact between Abbott and the Third-Party Manufacturer (TPM). The primary focus is to...

  • Quality Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Auckland City, New Zealand Abbott Laboratories Full time

    A newly created opportunity has arisen for a **Quality Assurance Manager** supporting our **Nutrition **business. Reporting to the _Quality Manager (Portfolio Expansion)_ based in Ireland, this stand-alone role is **Auckland** based. This position is responsible for leading best practice quality assurance excellence and ensuring compliance standards are...


  • Auckland City, New Zealand ConsultANZ Full time

    Senior Management position - Auckland Based - Precast Concrete Experience **Company** We are currently recruiting for experienced Precast Manufacturing Manager for a 1st tier contractor in Auckland to lead and manage a precast manufacturing operation. We are looking for those with proven work experience within the precast / prestressed concrete...

  • Shift Team Leader

    3 weeks ago


    Manukau City, New Zealand Nestle Full time

    **Position Summary** Fantastic Opportunity for a Team Leader to join the Cambria Park Factory team. As a Team Leader you will support the Production line through competence build across NCE/TPM skills, provide an escalation point for decision making & prioritisation. We are looking for a natural leader with proven experience in people management, plus an...

  • Manufacturing Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Auckland City, New Zealand Goodman Fielder Full time

    The Company At Goodman Fielder our purpose is simple. It's about making everyday food better for everyone. Goodman Fielder is a leading global food company, and the custodian of a host of iconic Kiwi brands like Meadow Fresh, Puhoi Valley, Molenberg, Natures Fresh and Freya's that generations of New Zealand have grown up with and put in their supermarket...


  • Auckland City, New Zealand NZ Blood Service (NZBS) Full time

    Senior leadership opportunity - Complex, technical manufacturing operations - Values based and purpose led organisation **The Organisation** New Zealand Blood and Organ Service, a Crown entity, is a dynamic organisation with sole responsibility for collecting, processing, and distributing blood and blood products to the healthcare community in New Zealand....


  • Auckland City, New Zealand Talent Connection Full time

    **Evergreen Modular Limited (Part of the Property Partners Group) aims to become a leader in solving New Zealand's housing shortage by using world-leading technology to enable off-site manufacturing of affordable and environmentally friendly apartment buildings.** We are working closely with our established key client base of Government and Commercial...

  • Quality Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Auckland City, New Zealand Lion Pty Ltd Full time

    12 Jun 2024- Auckland, North Island, NZAt Lion, we're not just about brewing great beer; we’re about creating unforgettable experiences. We also believe in doing the right thing for the long term, so we never settle, always leading the way for things we truly care about in our environment, communities, and workplace. As our **Quality Manager**, you'll play...


  • Auckland City, New Zealand Vector NZ Full time

    Manufacturing and Wholesale Manager - Full-time - Engagement type: Permanent - Employee - Department: Supply Chain and Manufacturing At HRV we believe everyone should love the feeling of coming home. In fact, since we started in 2003, we've helped over 500,000 Kiwis love the feeling of coming back to a warm, dry home. We provide whole home solutions,...


  • Auckland City, New Zealand Argenta Full time

    At Argenta we have a passion for what we do, and we relish a challenge._ **About us** We are in the animal health business, partnering with our clients in the areas of Research and Development (R&D) and manufacturing to produce pharmaceuticals for both farm and companion animals. Originally founded in 2006 by a New Zealand chemist with an entrepreneurial...

  • Manufacturing Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH Full time

    OverviewBluebird Foods Ltd, proudly in NZ for 70 years, we are the leader in Salty Snacks and well known for our most loved and trusted range such as Bluebird Originals, Doritos, Copper Kettle, Grain Waves, Twisties and Cheetos As part of PepsiCo, we were recognised as a Top Employer consecutively in 2021, 2022 and 2023We currently have an exciting full-time...


  • Manukau City, New Zealand Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA Full time

    **Position Snapshot** Location: Cambria Park, Wiri, Auckland Duration: Full time, Permanent 3+ years’ experience in a similar role **Position Summary** Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human environment - passionate people driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality...

  • Manufacturing Manager

    3 months ago


    Auckland City, New Zealand OCG Full time

    **About the Role** A role like this doesn’t come up often. We are looking for a Manufacturing Manager who has a strong manufacturing bent, where they can drive manufacturing to optimise productivity and drive production. The role offers challenge, development and a generous package where you can be proud to work for one of Australasia's leading...


  • Auckland City, New Zealand Kings Recruitment Full time

    Mt Wellington: NZ Leading manufacturer supplying the plastics industry. - Lead a strong, stable manufacturing team and be 2IC to the Country Manager - This is really just a brilliant opportunity to get 2024 off to an awesome start! **The Company**: Based in Mt Wellington my client is a leading manufacturer of colour and additive concentrates for the...

  • Plant Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Auckland City, New Zealand Kings Recruitment Full time

    Leadership Opportunity - Drive engagement, growth & build a great Co culture. - Remuneration package $180K - $220K, depending on experience - Drive continuous improvement of manufacturing activities for optimal performance Our client is a New Zealand leader that manufactures and supplies a wide range of food and beverage products, to support the food...

  • Contracts Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Auckland City, New Zealand Potentia Full time

    **About the role**: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Contracts Manager to join this government organisation on a 1-year fixed term contract. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of this organisation by overseeing contract lifecycles, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring accountability. As a Contracts Manager, you...


  • Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Bring your regulated environment experience - Provide intellectual leadership on regulatory matters - Newly created position Influence widely, internally, and externally, on matters key to decarbonising Aotearoa through electrification to enable a low carbon future! Transpower is the commercially focused and regulated State-Owned Enterprise that owns and...