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ADRIAN S. KRAUS

Coventry,UK

Summary

Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in leadership and team development, complemented by expertise in data analysis and problem solving. Demonstrates exceptional collaboration and communication skills, ensuring health and safety compliance while excelling in decision-making and time management. Adept at critical thinking and performance metrics analysis, with a solid understanding of quality standards. Committed to leveraging these competencies to drive organisational success and achieve strategic goals.

Innovative and driven professional with strong leadership capabilities and exceptional problem-solving skills, well-suited for managing and developing high-performing teams. Demonstrates excellent communication and organisational skills, with proven ability to adapt to fast-paced environments and deliver results. Committed to driving operational excellence and achieving significant business growth in Graduate Area Manager, Operations role.

Driven and reliable, possessing strong organisational skills and ability to adapt quickly to new tasks. Skilled in vehicle manoeuvring and safety protocols, with keen attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Prepared to bring high level of safety and efficiency to Graduate Area Manager, Operations role.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Shunter Driver

Amazon UK Services Ltd
Coventry, London
06.2023 - 03.2025
  • Enhanced safety protocols and operational efficiency by developing process improvement initiatives in collaboration with Shift/Area Manager
  • Utilized analytical skills to optimize resource management, minimizing gas and time wastage in operations
  • Contributed to culture of collaboration by maintaining detailed communication and logs regarding operational processes
  • Reported maintenance issues immediately, reducing downtime due to technical faults.
  • Performed regular checks on brakes and other systems to maintain optimal functionality.
  • Coordinated effectively with control centre during railway switch operations, ensuring safe transit of trains.
  • Trained new staff on shunting procedures, improving overall team performance.
  • Adhered strictly to scheduled timetables for efficient workflow management.
  • •Collaborated with warehouse supervisor to reorganize shipping schedules, increasing efficiency by 19%.

Step-Up Supervisor

Amazon UK Services Ltd
Daventry, Northamptonshire
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Led teams to achieve 19% increase in efficiency through effective logistics reorganization and comprehensive training programs for over 60 warehouse workers
  • Fostered robust safety culture, achieving 45% reduction in merchandise loss through newly developed protocols
  • Cultivated relationships across departments to innovate solutions for common performance challenges, aligning with Amazon's emphasis on collaborative practices
  • Ensured adherence to safety protocols, promoting safe work environment.
  • Prepared detailed reports on departmental activities, fostering transparency within organisation.
  • Managed employee conflicts, restoring harmony in workplace environment.
  • Resolved customer complaints following guidelines and referred complex inquiries to team leaders.
  • Implemented training programme to enhance staff performance.

Warehouse Operative

Amazon UK Services Ltd
Coventry, Coventry
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • Managed product integrity and accuracy during high-volume operational shifts while leading safety training for over 100 new hires
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient workflows and high customer satisfaction levels
  • Improved efficiency with meticulous coordination of stock and inventory control.
  • Maintained safety regulations by enforcing strict adherence to company policies.
  • Performed general maintenance tasks around warehouse, ensured safe work environment.
  • Reduced damages with careful handling and storage of fragile items.
  • Ensured high standards of cleanliness by regularly sanitising warehouse equipment.
  • Coordinated with management, contributed valuable input during team meetings.
  • Kept accurate and up-to-date freight records on Firefox system.

Event Coordinator

Vintage Catering
Bucharest
01.2015 - 04.2020
  • Coordinated large-scale events with emphasis on operational logistics, demonstrating excellent problem-solving capabilities and data analysis to improve service delivery
  • Managed full event lifecycle for corporate clients, including 3-day event with 500+ attendees
  • Supervised cross-functional teams including catering, audio-visual, and housekeeping staff
  • Developed sustainability initiatives reducing waste and energy consumption
  • Created and implemented new training programs improving service delivery standards
  • Introduced innovative technology solutions increasing team productivity and communication
  • Negotiated with vendors and suppliers, reducing costs by 15% year-over-year
  • Represented company in business development meetings and client negotiations
  • Delivered under-budget results for 2 consecutive years through developing and implementing sustainability initiatives that improved efficiency and reduced costs, aligning with broader operational goals

Education

BSc - Business Management

University of Suffolk
19 Neptune Quay, Ipswich IP4 1QJ
04.2021 - 04.2025

Skills

  • Leadership & Team Development
  • Data Analysis & Problem Solving
  • Collaboration & Communication
  • Health & Safety Compliance
  • Decision-Making aptitude
  • Time management mastery
  • Critical thinking expertise
  • Performance metrics analysis
  • Familiarity with quality standards
  • Train coupling proficiency
  • Familiarity with safety equipment
  • Shunting procedures mastery
  • Emergency response preparedness
  • Logistics management

Certification

Full UK Driving License, AM, A1, A, B1, B, BE, C1, C

Custom

  • Travel
  • Coaching & Mentoring
  • Growing Vegetables
  • Carving Fruits & Vegetables

Languages

English
Advanced

Affiliations

  • Travel, Coaching & Mentoring, Growing Vegetables, Carving Fruits & Vegetables

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Shunter Driver

Amazon UK Services Ltd
06.2023 - 03.2025

Step-Up Supervisor

Amazon UK Services Ltd
10.2022 - 01.2023

Warehouse Operative

Amazon UK Services Ltd
11.2021 - 10.2022

BSc - Business Management

University of Suffolk
04.2021 - 04.2025

Event Coordinator

Vintage Catering
01.2015 - 04.2020
ADRIAN S. KRAUS