Managing the operational running of a family-owned gardening sundries manufacturer business, supplying to garden retailers and mail order companies across the UK - Controlled costs and optimised spending via restructuring of budgets for labour, capital assets, inventory purchasing, and technology upgrades- Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge, and customer demands.- Evaluated suppliers by… Show more Managing the operational running of a family-owned gardening sundries manufacturer business, supplying to garden retailers and mail order companies across the UK - Controlled costs and optimised spending via restructuring of budgets for labour, capital assets, inventory purchasing, and technology upgrades- Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge, and customer demands.- Evaluated suppliers by assessing quality, timeliness, and compliance of deliveries to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency- Improved operational planning and business frameworks to enhance resource utilisation and reduce waste- Raised performance in areas of sales, management and, operations by identifying and targeting areas in need of improvement Show less

Supporting various projects to ensure the schedule, resources, and equipment are on plan, and all related information and details are managed and shared with stakeholders to mitigate any risks and issues through financial monitoring and regular status reporting. Delivering high-quality ROI marketing strategies and plans, ahead of product launches, industry-specific press campaigns, direct mailing and promotional activity, and trade shows, through the management of a strong team… Show more Supporting various projects to ensure the schedule, resources, and equipment are on plan, and all related information and details are managed and shared with stakeholders to mitigate any risks and issues through financial monitoring and regular status reporting. Delivering high-quality ROI marketing strategies and plans, ahead of product launches, industry-specific press campaigns, direct mailing and promotional activity, and trade shows, through the management of a strong team delivering engaging advertising copy content, networking opportunities, and events, whilst building brand image through the analysis of performance data and metrics to support decisions whilst executing tactical marketing plans. - Smart Valve product launch- GLEE exhibition co-ordination and successful entry of the product (Smart Valve) into ‘Shop Window’ Awards, winning ‘Best Product’ in the Garden Care category Show less

Assisting the business with a multitude of tasks, from HR administration with the implementation of policies, reporting, contracts, and maintenance to the effective facilitation of Board and Management meetings, to ensure the continuation of business operations and maximise business growth during crucial development periods, whilst optimising productivity through the continuous review, and implementation of proficient processes.

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