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Work History
Education
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Affiliations
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References
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Beckie Palfreyman

Bowdon,Cheshire

Summary

A seasoned leader with over a decade of experience in intense operational settings, demonstrating exceptional organisational leadership and effective communication skills. Known for fostering autonomy and empowering teams to achieve sustainable success, while maintaining high standards and resilience under pressure. Committed to self-reflection and continuous growth, adept at tailoring communication to optimise team performance and holding tough conversations when necessary.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Area Manager

Aldi Stores Limited
Bolton Region, North West
09.2014 - Current
  • Improved team efficiency by implementing new strategies for task delegation.
  • Monitored competition closely, staying ahead in market trends and consumer behaviour.
  • Supervised daily store operations, ensuring optimal customer service delivery.
  • Led multiple teams across different areas, fostering collaboration and communication.
  • Handled crisis situations promptly and efficiently, minimising potential risk or damage.
  • Analysed sales data regularly for informed decision-making processes.
  • Promoted a positive work environment which increased employee retention rate.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the organisation.
  • Streamlined operations by introducing innovative managerial procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards to maintain brand reputation.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, leading to increased staff satisfaction.
  • Liaised regularly with senior management to discuss operational updates and improvements.
  • Applied expertise in team leadership to address productivity and performance issues, motivating staff to achieve KPIs.
  • Developed strong teams by skilfully recruiting, orienting and training loyal, hard-working employees.
  • Approached new tasks and projects with enthusiasm and passion, increasing employee motivation and morale.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - French and German

Warwick University
Warwick
09.2010 - 06.2014

A-Levels - French

The Queen Katherine School
Kendal
09.2008 - 07.2010

A-Levels - German

The Queen Katherine School
Kendal
09.2008 - 07.2010

A-Levels - Economics

The Queen Katherine School
Kendal
09.2008 - 07.2010

A-Levels - General Studies

The Queen Katherine School
Kendal
09.2008 - 07.2010

A-Levels - Chemistry

The Queen Katherine School
Kendal
09.2008 - 07.2010

GCSEs - Various

The Queen Katherine School
Kendal
09.2006 - 07.2008

Skills

Effective Communication

I take pride in my confident communication in interactions at all levels within my current position I take time to know and understand my reports, in order to best tailor my communication to their individual and specific needs, with a view to engaging them and thus optimising their performance


Fostering Autonomy

I work hard to develop my direct reports, fostering a long term, sustainable approach - success which will last I support those I lead to feel empowered to act within their role, and hold clear boundaries of what they should be able to do individually, and where I enter in as their leader


A Consistent Approach

I am very balanced and consistent in my leadership Despite external pressures or intense workload, my reports will not perceive the pressure I am under This is reflected in my balanced insights profile which reflects a four way split between the colour profiles I take pride in my unflinching resilience


Self Reflection

I believe vulnerability is a superpower, and self reflection is a key trait for any leader Despite leading teams for 10 years in an intense operational setting, I continue to analyse my own performance, within leadership or personal task, to ensure I drive my own growth


High Standards

I hold both myself and my reports to an incredibly high standard, and in leading by example in this way, I am not afraid to expect a lot of my team I am a supportive and empathic leader, but understand when I have exhausted my leadership duties, and am well versed in having the tough conversations when required I have extensive experience in this area


Organisational Leadership

I am meticulous in my organisation, which I deem as important for myself as for my team I believe in always having a clear plan, owning my decisions, but not being afraid to adapt and diverge from the original intention, if required




Affiliations

  • I am passionate about travelling; a love that I share with my partner and our two young children, whose passports are quickly filling up despite their young ages!

Languages

French
Fluent
German
Fluent

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Area Manager

Aldi Stores Limited
09.2014 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - French and German

Warwick University
09.2010 - 06.2014

A-Levels - French

The Queen Katherine School
09.2008 - 07.2010

A-Levels - German

The Queen Katherine School
09.2008 - 07.2010

A-Levels - Economics

The Queen Katherine School
09.2008 - 07.2010

A-Levels - General Studies

The Queen Katherine School
09.2008 - 07.2010

A-Levels - Chemistry

The Queen Katherine School
09.2008 - 07.2010

GCSEs - Various

The Queen Katherine School
09.2006 - 07.2008
Beckie Palfreyman