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Poulton-le-Fylde, GB

Blackpool, England, United Kingdom

Garstang, England, United Kingdom

• Forward2me ltd (reg 073237180), 30 employees (group), £10mil turnover (£5mil UK). Private limited company.Reporting to the COO and leading all areas of operational management of the UK depot for a growing international.
• Managing a team of 13 operatives, including two shift leaders
• Supply chain, facilities, HR, H&S, site security, compliance with all import and export and courier regulations
• Implementing, monitoring, and reporting metrics for efficiency of operations and budget management
• Operating a continuous improvement programme to review and improve staffing and software processesKey Achievements
• Designed and implemented new trolley system to streamline parcel processing time by up to 50% and worked closely with technology department to ensure its successful integration

Haydock, England, United Kingdom

• Reporting to Group Operations Director and managing UK production facilities of the world’s leading fire safety glass.Key Responsibilities
• Managing a team of 40 direct reports and 4 in-direct reports
• Production, budget control, supply chain, quality, H&S and environment
• Operating a continuous improvement programme
• Driving productivity improvements to meet group OTD/RFT/gross profit targets whilst, strategically planning for rapid growth of capacity to meet 5-year business turnover/EBITDA targets (£29mil-£100mil)Key Achievements
• Increased on time dispatch (OTD) performance from 71% to 84% (full year 2021).

Haydock, England, United Kingdom

Cambridge, United Kingdom

• Driving group operations covering four business units, including industry-leading brands PUDLO Waterproof Concrete and Specialist Sands, as well as a ground-breaking new product Cemfree, a cement free alternative to.
• Managing a team of 5 direct reports and 6 in-direct reports
• Production, quality, H&S, environment, supply chain, procurement, logistics/fleet, export, compliance, strategically exploring new areas for growth & expansion
• Leading the operations team through coaching and development to achieve business objectives- grow business through portfolio expansion and M&A activity
• Delivering efficient stock control through management of £2.6 million purchasing budget
• Reduced stock holding by 25% through collaboration with commercial team

Cambridge, United Kingdom

• Key Achievements:
• One of a team of three responsible for setting-up new Middle Eastern office and warehouse in Dubai servicing UAE, Qatar and KSA, after 13 years distributing through a third party
• Management of Middle East business and training of three newly appointed members of staff during set-up, including regular overseas travel
• Introduction of new concentrated powder product allowing diversification into wider markets

Cambridge, United Kingdom

• Key Achievements:
• Managed the planning and execution of transition from old factory and office premises to new site – which involved managing stock on both sites – without any disruption to the operations of the business
• Introduction of new training programme for production team

Cambridge, United Kingdom

• Production and Injection Director - 2005 to 2008
• Production and Project Manager - 2003 to 2005
• Production and Project Co-ordinator - 2001 to 2003
• Production Assistant Manager - 2000 to 2001
• Senior Team Leader - 1998 to 2000
• Sand Processor Grade 1 to 3 - 1997 to 1998

Ba Hons, Management, First Class

Diploma In Procurement And Supply, Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions And Contracts Management, Level 4 Diploma

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