Bradley Graham
Egham
Summary
A professional individual with an extensive amount of knowledge and experience. Self-motivated, along with resourceful operating on own initiative and as part of larger management structure. Diligent, proficient and strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels along with working efficiently within strict deadlines and targets. Long term objective is to participate in a rewarding and challenging career with the prospects of advancement through personal development, training and education. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Regional Dispatch manager
Watson Fuels
South, England
2024.11 - Current
- Provided strategic guidance to the team for achieving organisational goals.
- Leading a smaller more stream line team of direct reports
- Streamlined workflow for improved operational efficiency.
- Improved efficiency by streamlining dispatch processes.
- Prioritised tasks effectively to meet strict deadlines.
- Developed contingency plans to mitigate potential risks.
- Fostered a positive work environment, boosting employee retention rate.
- Managed logistics, enhancing overall productivity.
- Building a One team mentality
- Improving Performance Year on Year
- Composed and submitted status reports to management.
National Dispatch Manager
Watson Fuels
Staines-upon-Thames
2023.01 - 2024.11
- Ensured timely delivery for customer satisfaction.
- Leading 16 direct reports
- Delivering 1billion litres annually
- Dispatching 280 trucks per day across 49 Depots covering Cornwall to Scotland
- Improved efficiency by streamlining dispatch processes.
- Achieved seamless operations with regular communication and team coordination
- Managed logistics, enhancing overall productivity.
- Enhanced team morale with effective leadership skills.
- Fostered positive work environment, boosting employee retention rate.
- Achieved seamless operations with regular communication and team coordination.
Regional Operations Manager
World fuels services
Staines-upon-Thames
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Was in charge of 50+ Drivers across London and South East area
- Working closely with payroll and third parties to ensure all drivers can carry out there day to day operation, and ensure Working time directive and driving time directive are being adhered to.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing strategic plans.
- Led teams to achieve business objectives on time and within budget constraints.
- Created collaborative work environment for positive team dynamics.
- Implemented quality control measures, enhanced product standards.
- Developed risk mitigation strategies, ensured business continuity during crises.
Operations Specialist
AIM Recruit
Staines-upon-Thames
2021.11 - 2022.01
- Planned 70+ trucks across south east and south coast area
- Identified potential bottlenecks in transport systems, improvements ensued.
- Drafted detailed reports to inform management decisions.
- Handled effective driver management and planning for smooth company running.
- Streamlined operational procedures for improved efficiency.
- Managed and coordinated project tasks to meet deadlines.
- Developed comprehensive transport strategies for smoother operations.
Senior Transport Planner
Tomato Plant
Iver
2021.04 - 2021.11
- Participated regularly in continuing professional development activities keeping abreast of latest trends in field.
- Planning 40+ trucks
- Leasing with customer base to win orders
- Pricing job on a daily basis to win orders
- Covering the country from Scotland to Cornwall and into Europe
Lead Planner
World Fuel Services
Staines-upon-Thames
2019.08 - 2021.04
- Planned 50 trucks across south east Area
- Delivering 1million+ litres daily
- Improved Productivity by 5%
- Planned 1000 drops per day mix of B2B and B2C
- Coordinated multiple projects for successful delivery within set timelines.
- Achieved cost reductions with strategic planning and budgeting.
Transport Planner
Tomato Plant
England
2018.02 - 2019.08
Transport Co-ordinator
Nationwide Platforms
Uxbridge
2017.03 - 2018.02
Transport Supervisor
HSS Hire
Hounslow West
2015.09 - 2017.03
Nightshift Supervisor
HSS Hire
Hounslow West
2013.09 - 2015.09
Education
Thomas Knyvett College - Ashford
2004.09 - 2008.11
Skills
- Vehicle maintenance awareness
- Route planning
- Health and safety compliance
- Geographical knowledge
- Punctuality and timekeeping
- Customer service excellence
- Team leadership capabilities
- Microsoft Programmes
- ORTEC Planning System
Timeline
Regional Dispatch manager
Watson Fuels
2024.11 - Current
National Dispatch Manager
Watson Fuels
2023.01 - 2024.11
Regional Operations Manager
World fuels services
2022.01 - 2023.01
Operations Specialist
AIM Recruit
2021.11 - 2022.01
Senior Transport Planner
Tomato Plant
2021.04 - 2021.11
Lead Planner
World Fuel Services
2019.08 - 2021.04
Transport Planner
Tomato Plant
2018.02 - 2019.08
Transport Co-ordinator
Nationwide Platforms
2017.03 - 2018.02
Transport Supervisor
HSS Hire
2015.09 - 2017.03
Nightshift Supervisor
HSS Hire
2013.09 - 2015.09
Thomas Knyvett College - Ashford
2004.09 - 2008.11