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Alex Molineaux

Southend-on-Sea,Essex

Summary

Certified PRINCE2 7 Foundation and Practitioner, transitioning into project management building on extensive operational experience and a collaborative approach, with 30 years of experience leading and managing business operations. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills, fostering strong stakeholder relationships and leading teams to achieve operational excellence. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and team leadership, with a proven track record of generating creative solutions for both operational and strategic challenges. Committed to aligning project objectives with organisational goals while maintaining up-to-date adherence to regulatory standards.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Owner & Managing Director

X-isle Skate
Southend on Sea, Essex
01.1994 - 01.2025
  • Business Growth & Strategy: Developed and implemented strategies to achieve business objectives, effectively managing resources and ensuring projects delivered measurable outcomes.
  • Financial Oversight: Maintained profitability for over 30 years through meticulous cost management, budget tracking, resource allocation and strategic financial planning.
  • Customer Experience Leadership: Enhanced stakeholder engagement and team collaboration by implementing customer centric strategies and fostering strong lasting relationships.
  • Supply Chain Management: Successfully managed an evolving list of suppliers, negotiating competitive terms and pricing to ensure consistent stock availability and cost efficiency.
  • Marketing Innovation: Planned and executed the transition from traditional print marketing to a customer focused social media strategy, driving brand relevance and measurable engagement growth.
    Operational Excellence: Optimised workflows and directed all aspects of inventory management, merchandising and compliance with retail regulations to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Team Leadership: Recruited, trained, and mentored staff, driving a culture of high performance and customer centricity through motivational leadership.
    Key Achievements:
    Long Term Business Sustainability: Successfully sustained profitability over 3 decades in a highly competitive retail environment, adapting to evolving market conditions and consumer behaviours.
  • Customer Engagement Leadership: Built a loyal and thriving customer community through exceptional customer service and innovative engagement strategies, contributing to the store's enduring success.
  • Strategic Supplier Partnerships: Maintained and optimised supplier relationships over 30 years, ensuring consistent supply chain efficiency, competitive pricing and product quality.
  • Workforce Inspiration & Development: Demonstrated exceptional leadership by instilling a culture of dedication and resilience, exemplified by unwavering commitment to operational excellence.

Futures and Options Broker

Discount Corporation of New York Futures
London
01.1989 - 01.1993
  • Client Relationship Management: Pursued and maintained relationships with new and existing clients, providing timely insights on market opportunities in the financial securities market.
  • Market Analysis: Monitored and analyzed market trends to inform clients of potential trading opportunities.
  • Trading Floor Operations: Trading activities on the trading floor, ensuring seamless execution of transactions and accurate communication of market data.
  • Professional Communication: Delivered clear and concise financial updates to clients, enhancing their decision-making process.

Trainee Ship Broker

Charles Gee & Co.
City of London
01.1987 - 01.1989
  • Groupage Coordination: Specialised in organising groupage shipments, combining smaller consignments to optimise space and reduce costs for clients.
  • Market Research: Conducted in-depth research on shipping trends and market rates to support efficient groupage solutions.
  • Client Relationship Management: Assisted in building and maintaining relationships with clients, ensuring their specific shipping needs were met.
  • Documentation & Logistics Support: Prepared shipping contracts and coordinated logistics for groupage consignments to ensure seamless execution.
  • Team Collaboration: Worked alongside senior brokers and operations teams to deliver cost-effective and timely solutions for clients.

Skills

  • Communication Skills: Exceptional interpersonal skills, developed through extensive experience in face-to-face sales, stakeholder engagement and team coordination
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Building trust and strong relationships with stakeholders
  • Budgeting and Financial Management: 30 years of experience in budgeting and maintaining profitability
  • Team Leadership: Experienced in leading teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
    Problem Solving: Experienced in generating creative solutions for operational and strategic challenges
  • Strategic Planning: Skilled in short, mid and long-term planning ensuring alignment with project objectives and organisational goals
  • Regulatory Compliance: Experienced in ensuring business compliance with all relevant legislation, including fire safety and financial regulations and maintaining up-to-date adherence to regulatory standards

Certification

  • PRINCE2 7 Foundation and Practitioner | November 2024
  • IRATA Level 1 Certification | January 2021 | Qualified for industrial rope access, with a focus on potential applications in wind turbine operations.
  • 11 O-Levels | Grade C and above

Personal Interests

  • Watersports Enthusiast: Passionate about windsurfing, kitesurfing, wakeboarding, and foiling, with extensive hands-on experience and a commitment to personal development in the sport.
  • Mentorship & Community Leadership: Active member of the watersports community, mentoring and tutoring individuals to develop their skills and confidence, fostering teamwork and collaboration.
  • Innovation & Problem Solving: Regularly assist with board repairs and adaptations, demonstrating creative problem-solving and technical skills while encouraging innovation within the community.

Timeline

Owner & Managing Director

X-isle Skate
01.1994 - 01.2025

Futures and Options Broker

Discount Corporation of New York Futures
01.1989 - 01.1993

Trainee Ship Broker

Charles Gee & Co.
01.1987 - 01.1989

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