National Distribution Manager at Wattie's (Kraft Heinz), Charity Peters, has always enjoyed working in fast-paced environments and seeing the direct impact of her efforts.
The supply chain and logistics sector appealed to her as it is the backbone of many industries.
“Living on an island in the South Pacific, it made sense to jump into an industry that would always be required. Logistics and supply chain stood out to me because that is such a crucial part of keeping businesses running smoothly,” said Peters.
“Knowing that my work helps get products to customers efficiently is rewarding. Being a part of a company like Kraft Heinz Watties, with its strong reputation, made it an even more exciting opportunity.”
Her introduction to the sector began with a ten-week short-term role as a logistics admin, which eventually led to her full-fledged career in the field. The experience gave her a first-hand look at how the logistics industry operated, and she quickly realised how much she enjoyed all aspects of it.
From there, she moved into customer services, operations, team management, process improvement and warehouse operations. Over time, Peters transitioned into leadership roles, which allowed her to take on more significant challenges, such as optimising warehouse systems and leading major transitions.
“Looking back, that temporary admin role started a career I never planned for but would never change for anything. I worked hard, played hard and had a goal, and I now manage the storage and distribution for a well-recognised and trusted industry leader.”
Read her full story in the special edition of Supermarket News here
