Andrae Hylton
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in inventory management, stock control, and warehouse operations. Proficient in logistics coordination, goods receiving and processing, and stock transfers, with a proven ability to optimise operations and ensure health and safety compliance. Skilled in loss prevention, reporting and data analysis, and team leadership, leveraging expertise in inventory software and Microsoft Office systems to drive efficiency. Adept at delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining operational excellence. Committed to advancing operational strategies that enhance productivity and streamline processes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Stock Controller
Designer Exchange
Knightsbridge, City of Westminster
2025.06 - Current
- Manage inventory control processes to maintain high standards of accuracy in recording and tracking all incoming and outgoing stock.
- Utilise systematic stock counting methods and auditing processes to verify stock levels and maintain accurate inventory records.
- Processe deliveries and consignment items to ensure timely distribution and accurate inventory management.
- Verify authenticity documentation and product information to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Organise and maintain stock across stores, warehouses, and online inventory platforms.
- Coordinate stock transfers between branches, warehouses, and e-commerce operations.
- Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies, driving proactive loss prevention measures.
- Produce stock reports for management, highlighting slow-moving, high-demand, and missing inventory.
Logistics Manager
Lord’s Cricket Ground
St. Johns Wood, City of London
2022.06 - 2025.05
- Led team meetings to communicate logistics objectives clearly and effectively.
- Oversaw stock control and inventory management for catering hospitality and event operations.
- Supervised logistics personnel, contractors, and agency staff to ensure seamless execution of major sporting and corporate events.
- Ensured venues, hospitality suites, restaurants, and operational areas complied with setup and dismantling schedules.
- Collaborated with catering, hospitality, security, ground operations, and event management teams to ensure seamless operations.
- Maintained health, safety, hygiene, and compliance standards across all operational areas.
- Supported the delivery of international cricket matches, corporate functions, conferences, and hospitality events.
Stock Controller & Sales Advisor
John Lewis & Partners
White City, City of London
2018.02 - 2022.05
- Oversaw stock packing and shipping operations across the UK to ensure timely delivery and maintain high customer satisfaction.
- Conduct regular stock takes and inventory checks to ensure accurate stock levels.
- Resolved customer enquiries and delivery-related complaints with professionalism and efficiency.
- Supported sales teams with outstanding customer service to foster client satisfaction and retention.
- Collaborated with management to uncover strategic opportunities for enhancing sales performance.
- Facilitated training and support for new team members to enhance integration and productivity.
- Managed back-of-house stationery supplies for entire store to facilitate seamless operations and enhance team productivity.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Health & Personal Training
University of Central Lancashire
Preston, Lancashire 2013.09 - 2015.05
NVQ Level 2 - Gym Instructor
Hammersmith & West London College
London 2013.09 - 2014.05
NVQ Level 3 - Personal Training
Hammersmith & West London College
City of London 2011.09 - 2013.04
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Stock Control & Auditing
- Warehouse Operations
- Logistics Coordination
- Inventory software expertise
- Goods Receiving & Processing
- Stock Transfers
- Loss Prevention
- Reporting & Data Analysis
- Team Leadership & Supervision
- Customer Service
- Health & Safety Compliance
- Operations Management
- Microsoft Office & Inventory Systems
Timeline
Stock Controller
Designer Exchange
2025.06 - Current
Logistics Manager
Lord’s Cricket Ground
2022.06 - 2025.05
Stock Controller & Sales Advisor
John Lewis & Partners
2018.02 - 2022.05
Bachelor’s Degree - Health & Personal Training
University of Central Lancashire
2013.09 - 2015.05
NVQ Level 2 - Gym Instructor
Hammersmith & West London College
2013.09 - 2014.05
NVQ Level 3 - Personal Training
Hammersmith & West London College
2011.09 - 2013.04