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Amarjit singh Purewal

Walsall,United Kingdom

Summary

Accomplished professional with a strong focus on operational excellence and team leadership, consistently optimising service delivery and enhancing production systems. Proven track record in achieving significant cost reductions through effective cost management and strategic planning. Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration and communication within high-performing teams. Proficient in production management and organisational planning, with a keen ability to innovate and take initiative. Driven by a strong motivation for success, with the capability to empower others towards achieving company goals.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Branch Manager

Cardtronics
01.2015 - 08.2025
  • Managed full operational and P&L responsibility for £6 million turnover depot, overseeing 94 employees and fleet of 50 vehicles (HGV and non-HGV). Successfully delivered over 5,000 services weekly across challenging operational areas.
  • Oversaw all aspects of operational service delivery, including recruitment, disciplinary actions, health & safety, risk management, security, and employee welfare. Ensured full compliance with transport legislation and working time directives.
  • Collaborated with internal and external departments to implement continuous improvement programs, elevating customer service delivery.
  • Ensured comprehensive compliance across all operational areas, establishing branch as 'best practice' model.
  • Managed and ensured consistent achievement of KPIs and SLAs, meeting all customer and contractual obligations.
  • Led, coached, and developed all branch staff, fostering individual potential and facilitating career progression for key talent through robust succession planning.
  • Implemented new training programmes for improved staff performance.

Operations Manager

Vaultex UK LTD
01.2007 - 04.2015
  • Managed a team of 300 staff, including 4 Shift Managers and 13 Supervisors, with oversight of an £8 million annual budget.
  • Ensured the efficient and cost-effective operation of a Cash Management site, adhering to stringent budgetary controls.
  • Developed key employees across sites, implementing effective succession plans to build future leadership.
  • Continuously reviewed and optimised business process controls, driving initiatives for operational excellence.
  • Actively contributed to and drove the employee engagement agenda.
  • Delivered excellent customer service by proactively monitoring feedback, implementing corrective actions to minimise errors, and enhancing the company's reputation.
  • Improved operational systems, processes, and policies, particularly in management reporting, information flow, business process optimisation, and organisational planning.
  • Managed and enhanced the effectiveness and efficiency of support services (HR, IT, Finance) through improved coordination and communication between functions.
  • Played a significant role in long-term strategic planning, including initiatives focused on operational excellence.
  • Conducted regular collaborative meetings with the management team for effective fiscal planning.
  • Drove initiatives across management teams and the wider organisation to foster long-term excellence.
  • Planned and coordinated training and recruitment strategies to effectively manage seasonal peaks.
  • Maintained robust business and operational policies, controls, and procedures, effectively managing the risk and control environment and ensuring adherence to company and Bank of England standards.
  • Contributed strategically to both short-term and long-term organisational planning as a key member of the management team.
  • Led crisis management efforts, effectively resolving incidents and problems to minimise customer impact.

Shift Manager

Kodak Processing
01.1990 - 01.2007
  • Successfully delivered final consumer products within deadlines, managing 3.5 million annual orders and contributing to over £10 million in revenue.
  • Oversaw the efficient operation of shifts dedicated to camera film processing.
  • Ensured shifts consistently met and exceeded KPI targets.
  • Utilised methodologies such as Kaizen, TQM, and JIT to ensure seamless shift operations.
  • Managed all aspects of team attendance, sickness, absence, and grievance issues.
  • Consistently worked effectively under tight deadlines.
  • Implemented and ensured adherence to hourly quality checks.
  • Demonstrated exemplary leadership, communication, and team participation.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse tasks and resolving machine issues.
  • Proactively drove team motivation, fostering an environment of excellent customer service.
  • Planned and implemented highly efficient operational processes.
  • Developed and implemented training programs to cultivate a multi-skilled workforce.
  • Resolved day-to-day production challenges.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement projects, driving significant operational efficiencies.

Production Operative

Stag Fasteners
01.1998 - 01.1990
  • Collaborated effectively within a production cell team.
  • Consistently met hourly production targets.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail, identifying and addressing production issues and defects.
  • Acted as a collaborative and supportive team player.
  • Readily adapted to diverse production tasks.
  • Maintained exemplary standards in timekeeping, attendance, and team participation.

Education

High School -

Wood Green High School
01.1983 - 01.1988

Certificate - Supervisory and Management

Walsall College
01.1994 - 01.1995

Certificate - Management

Walsall College
01.1995 - 01.1996

Skills

  • Operational Excellence: Optimised service delivery by anticipating volumes and labour requirements, maximising output, and continuously improving production systems
  • Team Leadership: Successfully led high-performing teams to deliver consumer products consistently within company deadlines
  • Financial & Communication Skills: Developed and managed key performance indicators (KPIs) for cost efficiency Fostered strong team collaboration and communication through effective management and team meetings
  • Cost Management: Achieved significant cost reductions by effectively managing labour, equipment, and materials, consistently meeting company operating targets
  • Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional leadership, influencing, and communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • Production & Organisational Expertise: Proficient in production management, organisational planning, and comprehensive operational execution
  • Innovation & Initiative: Demonstrated ability to innovate and act on own initiative
  • Motivation & Drive: Strong drive for success, coupled with the ability to motivate and empower others

Custom

  • Technical Proficiency: Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook Express, and Lotus Notes.
  • Professional Development: Completed various advanced leadership and team development courses.
  • Methodologies: Expertise in process improvement methodologies: Just-in-Time (JIT), Kaizen, and 5S.

Timeline

Branch Manager

Cardtronics
01.2015 - 08.2025

Operations Manager

Vaultex UK LTD
01.2007 - 04.2015

Production Operative

Stag Fasteners
01.1998 - 01.1990

Certificate - Management

Walsall College
01.1995 - 01.1996

Certificate - Supervisory and Management

Walsall College
01.1994 - 01.1995

Shift Manager

Kodak Processing
01.1990 - 01.2007

High School -

Wood Green High School
01.1983 - 01.1988

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