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Alan Douglas Tennant

Alan Douglas Tennant

Coatbridge

Summary

I am a focused, consistent, and self motivated professional with a proven track record of quietly delivering results in high-pressure environments. With extensive experience in both team leadership and hands-on operational roles, I excel at achieving KPIs and overcoming challenges that others may find difficult. I take pride in my ability to remain calm, organised, and dependable, even in demanding situations. Whether leading a team or working independently, I bring a strong sense of responsibility, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement. My methodical approach and quiet determination have enabled me to turn around under performing teams and consistently exceed expectations.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Skilled Baker

Tesco
12.2024 - Current
  • Operated baking equipment, maintaining a safe working environment.
  • Ordered supplies regularly to avoid shortages and disruptions in production.
  • Prioritised cleanliness, upheld strict hygiene standards in the kitchen area.
  • Improved bakery efficiency by managing and organising daily production schedules.
  • Complied with food safety guidelines for a secure baking process at all times.
  • Managed oven temperature controls precisely; achieved optimal baking results.

Customer Trading Manager

Sainsbury's
11.2019 - 12.2024
  • Managed staff schedules, recruitment, and day-to-day team operations to ensure smooth store performance.
  • Communicated effectively with contractors and team members to maintain a safe, legal, and efficient working environment.
  • Conducted internal investigations, upheld compliance standards, and supported store audits.
  • Drove sales performance by maintaining high store standards and team morale.
  • Successfully turned around multiple underperforming stores, increasing sales and productivity versus previous years.
  • Maintained strong control over labour and operational budgets while keeping availability and service levels consistently high.
  • Hand-picked to stabilise and lead a store that had been without a Store Manager for several months; restored structure, performance, and team engagement.

Customer Assistant

Sainsbury's
09.2017 - 11.2019

Shift manager

Lidl UK
06.2015 - 09.2017

Counter assistant, Customer assistant and Team leader

Sainsbury's
09.2011 - 06.2015

Education

HNC - Social Sciences

Motherwell College
North Lanarkshire

Skills

  • Strategic forecasting
  • Ethical compliance
  • Customer focus
  • Commercial savvy
  • Product lifecycle awareness
  • Market trend awareness
  • Purchasing strategy implementation
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Supply chain modelling
  • Performance metrics evaluation
  • Profit and loss comprehension
  • Excel proficiency
  • Forecasting techniques
  • Data analytics
  • Change implementation
  • Performance monitoring
  • Visual merchandising
  • Competitive analysis
  • Budget planning
  • Cost-reduction strategies

Certification

First Aid Certificate

Affiliations

  • HIking Plane spotting Gym
  • Photography

Accomplishments

    Volunteer at the SSPCA Lanarkshire (August 2016 – September 2019 )

  • Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
  • Company Overview: Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

Timeline

Skilled Baker

Tesco
12.2024 - Current

Customer Trading Manager

Sainsbury's
11.2019 - 12.2024

Customer Assistant

Sainsbury's
09.2017 - 11.2019

Shift manager

Lidl UK
06.2015 - 09.2017

Counter assistant, Customer assistant and Team leader

Sainsbury's
09.2011 - 06.2015

HNC - Social Sciences

Motherwell College

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