Andrew Edwards
Leeds
Summary
Started a logistics business at the age of 24 which has grown to multi million pound revenues. A driven professional who thrives on leading people, creating ideas and solving problems.
Following the business sale, I'm now looking for new challenge and a platform to want to take the skills learned over 26 years and bring them to a different organisation and work alongside new people. I want to learn more but also work in an new businesses where I can make a difference.
I'm an encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Managing Director
Dynamic Medical Logistics Ltd
Leeds, West Yorkshire
1999.03 - 2024.12
- Strategic vision, mission, culture & leadership
- Financial management including responsibility for P&L, profitability and balance sheet.
- Budget and forecasting
- Oversight of UK operation, distribution fleet and service delivery
- Maintained agile, responsible organisation with sustained revenue growth by monitoring industry forecasts, honing budgets and adjusting marketing strategies.
- Ensured Health and safety compliance organisation wide.
- Built a harmonious work environment with strong leadership skills.
- Ensuring clear KPIs and targets set for all departments and management staff. Ensure that members of the organisation which all contribute to the company's long term goals
- Led 3 bespoke CRM development projects most recently with Salesforce developing an entirely new business wide IT platform working with remotely based developers.
- Recruiting & leading management team
- Negotiated profitable contracts, increasing company revenue.
- Drove innovation for improved product offerings.
Sales Centre Assistant Manager
TNT
Leeds
1998.09 - 1999.03
- Processing customer Orders & managing fleet resource
- Delivered excellent customer service to facilitate a welcoming environment.
- Managed incoming calls professionally, improving communication with clients.
- Resolved client queries promptly, fostering positive relationships with users.
- Contributed to team meetings for better decision-making processes.
Video Sales Manager
TNT
Leeds
1996.07 - 1998.08
- Monitoring and achieving budget for video sales
- Merchandising & ensuring correct stock levels
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Bradford University
Bradford 2016.09 - 2021.04
BSc (Hons) - Industrial Information Technology
UCE in Birmingham
Birmingham 1993.09 - 1996.06
A Levels - Maths, Economics, General Studies & Geography
Royds School
Rothwell, Leeds 1991.01 - 1993.01
GCSE - Maths, English, Geography, Physics, German, French, Drama, Chemistry
Royds School
Rothwell, Leeds 1986.01 - 1991.01
Skills
- Business administration
- Strategic thinking
- P&L management
- KPI management
- Accounting processes
- Customer service
- Problem solving skills
Affiliations
- Play piano and guitar
- Scuba Diver
- Foodie and keen cook
- Attending gigs, art installation, concerts
Timeline
Master of Business Administration -
Bradford University
2016.09 - 2021.04
Managing Director
Dynamic Medical Logistics Ltd
1999.03 - 2024.12
Sales Centre Assistant Manager
TNT
1998.09 - 1999.03
Video Sales Manager
TNT
1996.07 - 1998.08
BSc (Hons) - Industrial Information Technology
UCE in Birmingham
1993.09 - 1996.06
A Levels - Maths, Economics, General Studies & Geography
Royds School
1991.01 - 1993.01
GCSE - Maths, English, Geography, Physics, German, French, Drama, Chemistry
Royds School
1986.01 - 1991.01