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Benjamin Shaw

Benjamin Shaw

Liverpool,Merseyside

Summary

Experienced professional specializing in operational strategy and supply chain management, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and compliance oversight. Proven ability to assess and mitigate risks while managing crises and monitoring performance. Expertise in leadership development and team management, promoting cultural awareness and strategic planning for organizational success. Knowledgeable in warehouse management systems, health and safety regulations, and product lifecycle management, dedicated to enhancing quality assurance and optimizing departmental efficiency.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

Operations manager

Acet Circular Solutions - Again
Runcorn, Halton
10.2024 - Current
  • Implemented quality control measures to enhance product standards - performance increase from 60% to consistent 92%
  • Managed vendor relationships, ensuring timely service delivery.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones on schedule.
  • Liaised with stakeholders for transparent communication and informed decision making.
  • Developed risk mitigation strategies, ensuring business continuity during crises.
  • Led teams to consistently meet business objectives within budget constraints.
  • Streamlined supply chain processes to reduce procurement cycle time.

Learning and development coordinator

Amazon
St Helens, St. Helens
10.2023 - 10.2024
  • Updated training materials to reflect changes in company policies and industry trends.
  • Encouraged a culture of continuous improvement amongst workforce.
  • Supported career progression by providing personal development planning guidance.
  • Coordinated regular training sessions, resulting in increased team productivity by over 20% (Percentage provided by Amazon Quicksight - OEE Calculator)
  • Achieved higher employee engagement with innovative training programmes.
  • Streamlined onboarding process to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
  • Spearheaded initiatives that fostered positive work relationships and team building.

Platoon sergeant

British Army
Chester, Cheshire
09.2005 - 01.2024
  • Led over 100 successful operations to establish peace in conflict zones.
  • Demonstrated exemplary leadership under stressful situations, instilling confidence amongst troops..
  • Rendered first aid assistance on battlefield when necessary, saving lives.
  • Maintained high morale in the platoon with regular motivational talks.
  • Assessed performance of soldiers periodically to identify areas needing improvement.
  • Conducted risk assessments prior to missions, mitigating possible threats or hazards..
  • Coordinated logistics, ensuring timely delivery of supplies and equipment.
  • Oversaw maintenance of weapons, securing them against potential malfunctions on duty..
  • Treated detainees with respect and dignity and addressed well-being issues during detention.
  • Coordinate military deployments in support of temporary and permanent base operations.
  • Operated highly specialised surveillance equipment to gather intelligence.

Education

GCSEs - Basic Education / Key Skill level 2

Army Foundation College - Harrogate
Harrogate
09.2005 - 08.2006

Certificate of Higher Education - Health and Safety

IOSH Managing Safely
Liverpool
/2020 - /2020

Higher National Diploma - Leadership and Management

Leadership and Management
Liverpool
04.2023 - 06.2023

Skills

  • Operational Excellence
  • Team Leadership & Development
  • Continuous Improvement (Lean Sigma)
  • Health, Safety & Compliance Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
  • Project & Change Management
  • Competent Data Analysis
  • Data Driven Decision Making

Affiliations

  • football, Fitness, Personal Development

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Operations manager

Acet Circular Solutions - Again
10.2024 - Current

Learning and development coordinator

Amazon
10.2023 - 10.2024

Higher National Diploma - Leadership and Management

Leadership and Management
04.2023 - 06.2023

Platoon sergeant

British Army
09.2005 - 01.2024

GCSEs - Basic Education / Key Skill level 2

Army Foundation College - Harrogate
09.2005 - 08.2006

Certificate of Higher Education - Health and Safety

IOSH Managing Safely
/2020 - /2020

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