Carl Probert
Suva
Summary
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings over 15 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Associate
Coca Cola Europacific Partners
05.2021 - Current
- Factory extension for Coca Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP), Suva
- Fostered an environment of open communication and transparency, encouraging team members to voice their ideas and concerns in order to promote effective problem solving.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Reduced risk and coordinated project specifications to meet safety and statutory compliance.
- Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
Project Manager
Paradise Beverages
09.2018 - Current
- Suva Site Upgrade for Paradise Beverages, Suva
- Coordinating planning, design, and scheduling of phases for ongoing projects.
- Fostering a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
Logistics Project Manager
Commercial Management Solutions
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Project Cargo delivery, Nauru
- Planned and supervised critical shipments during the height of the COVID Pandemic from suppliers to the Government of Nauru.
- Assessed risks associated with a unique logistics project, developed contingency plans to mitigate potential issues effectively.
- Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Project Manager
Commercial Management Solutions
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Alliance Francaise Refurbishment, Suva
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
Project Manager
Commercial Management Solutions
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Foreshore protection, Kokomo Resort
- Planned, negotiated and mobilized in an extremely compressed timeframe to address critical foreshore stabilization of exclusive resort following natural disaster.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Delivered critical project on time and within budget through diligent planning and resource allocation.
Supply Chain Project Manager
Nawi Island
03.2018 - 12.2019
- Material procurement and supply for marina construction, Nawi Island
- Streamlined procurement processes for cost savings and faster vendor response times.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Reduced lead times through effective supplier management and improved communication channels between internal teams and external partners.
- Streamlined shipping and receiving operations to reduce errors and improve customer satisfaction.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
General Manager- Logistics and Assets
Pacific Building Solutions
08.2016 - 08.2018
- The Palms Apartment construction, Denarau
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Supply Chain Project Manager
Pacific Building Solutions
06.2014 - 02.2016
- McConnell Dowell material supply for road and airport project, Tarawa (Kiribati)
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of key supply chain projects, enhancing overall performance.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Coordinated logistics activities across multiple modes of transportation, ensuring on-time delivery of products at optimal costs.
General Manager- Logistics and Assets
Pacific Building Solutions
06.2014 - 10.2015
- Pearl Hotel Construction, Pacific Harbour
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
Project Manager
Pacific Building Solutions
04.2015 - 08.2015
- Government Shipping Service Wharf Dredging Works, Suva
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Managed project from procurement to commission.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by closely monitoring applicable laws and regulations within the industry sector throughout each stage of the project life cycle.
Managing Director
Sea Pacific Fiji Limited
10.2008 - 06.2014
- Marine Transport, Support and Logistics
- Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Negotiated new annual contracts and service agreements with vendors to achieve prime pricing.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Logistics Project Manager
Seapacific Fiji Limited
10.2008 - 06.2011
- Laucala Island Resort construction and refurbishment, Lau, Fiji
- Planned and supervised shipments from mainland to project sites and weekly delivery routes to feed project works.
- Facilitated clear lines of communication throughout the organization regarding logistics processes, fostering a collaborative working environment.
- Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with carriers, securing competitive rates and reliable services for the organization.
Education
Certificate - Business And Innovation
IMD Business School
Lausanne, SwitzerlandMASTERS OF LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of Sydney
Sydney, Australia09.2006
BACHELORS OF SOCIAL SCIENCE AND POLICY MAJORING IN ECONOMICS - Social Science, Policy And Economics
University of New South Wales
Sydney, Australia11.1997
Skills
- Project Management
- Functional & Business Requirements
- Logistics Management
- Creative Thinking
- Project Scheduling
- Disaster Recovery Methodologies
- Forecasting
- Strategic Planning
- Advanced problem solving
- Legal and Regulatory Compliance
- Government relations
- Facilities Management
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Chinese
Intermediate
B1
Fijian
Intermediate
B1
Personal Information
Title: COMPANY EXECUTIVE
References
- Dr Robin Mitchell, Executive Member, INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEE
- George Tanevski, Supply Optimisation Manager, ORIGIN ENERGY LIMITED
- Michael Fairfax, Director, PACIFIC BUILDING SOLUTIONS
Hobbies and Interests
- Oceania Surfing Federation, PRESIDENT, 2019, PRESENT
- World Olympians Association, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBER, 2016, PRESENT
Timeline
Logistics Project Manager
Commercial Management Solutions
09.2021 - 12.2021
Project Associate
Coca Cola Europacific Partners
05.2021 - Current
Project Manager
Commercial Management Solutions
11.2020 - 03.2021
Project Manager
Commercial Management Solutions
01.2020 - 04.2020
Project Manager
Paradise Beverages
09.2018 - Current
Supply Chain Project Manager
Nawi Island
03.2018 - 12.2019
General Manager- Logistics and Assets
Pacific Building Solutions
08.2016 - 08.2018
Project Manager
Pacific Building Solutions
04.2015 - 08.2015
Supply Chain Project Manager
Pacific Building Solutions
06.2014 - 02.2016
General Manager- Logistics and Assets
Pacific Building Solutions
06.2014 - 10.2015
Managing Director
Sea Pacific Fiji Limited
10.2008 - 06.2014
Logistics Project Manager
Seapacific Fiji Limited
10.2008 - 06.2011
Certificate - Business And Innovation
IMD Business School
MASTERS OF LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of Sydney
BACHELORS OF SOCIAL SCIENCE AND POLICY MAJORING IN ECONOMICS - Social Science, Policy And Economics
University of New South Wales
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