Christopher Strachan
Falmouth,Cornwall
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in workflow optimisation and process improvement, committed to enhancing operational efficiency. Demonstrates excellence in communication and personnel management, ensuring quality-driven results. Skilled in IOSH Health and Safety management, Microsoft Excel, and team supervision, with a focus on training and development. Highly organised and reliable, adept at priority management and operational planning to meet deadlines consistently.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Logistics team leader
Watson Marlow
Falmouth, cornwall
2021.08 - Current
- Improved efficiency by streamlining workflow processes in the logistics department.
- Diagnosed operational issues promptly, implementing corrective actions swiftly.
- Liaised with sales teams to understand demand forecasts and ensure adequate supply chain management.
- Oversaw transportation arrangements, ensuring on-time deliveries and reducing delays.
- Coordinated with other departments for seamless operation of logistics tasks.
- Introduced new procedures in order processing, enhancing accuracy and speed.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, identifying areas for improvement whilst encouraging growth and development.
- Upheld health and safety regulations within the warehouse, minimising accidents.
- Led team meetings to enhance communication and productivity.
- Trained new team members on company policies and logistic procedures, improving overall performance.
- Implemented cost-saving measures to optimise resource usage in logistics operations.
Despatch operative
Watson Marlow
Falmouth, Cornwall
2010.05 - 2021.08
- Maintained a clean, safe work environment with regular cleaning and hazard checks.
- Loaded vehicles properly according to size and weight restrictions ensuring secure transit of goods.
- Updated computer system regularly with incoming and outgoing goods information.
- Prepared detailed dispatch notes with order information.
- Managed time effectively to meet all delivery deadlines.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks to move large shipments.
- Communicated effectively amongst team members for smoother workflow.
Despatch operative
Watson Marlow
falmouth, cornwall
2009.05 - 2010.03
- Maintained a clean, safe work environment with regular cleaning and hazard checks.
- Loaded vehicles properly according to size and weight restrictions ensuring secure transit of goods.
- Updated computer system regularly with incoming and outgoing goods information.
- Prepared detailed dispatch notes with order information.
- Handled fragile items carefully to prevent damage or breakage during transportation.
- Coordinated with couriers for pick up times, giving clear instructions on location within the warehouse.
Sales assistant
Argos
truro, cornwall
2007.08 - 2008.03
- Trained new staff members, fostering a supportive working environment.
- Fostered a welcoming store environment by maintaining clean and well-organised displays.
- Demonstrated products effectively leading to increased sales conversions.
- Conducted daily inventory checks to manage stock levels accurately.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education -
Tresham College
Kettering 2005.09 - 2007.05
GCSEs -
The Kingswood school
Corby, Northamptonshire 2000.09 - 2005.05
Skills
- Deadline-oriented
- Workflow optimisation
- Quality driven
- Process Improvement
- IOSH- Health and Safety management
- Personnel management
- Highly organised
- Reliable
- Communication excellence
- Process improvement understanding
- Microsoft Excel
- Training and Development
- Team supervision
- Priority management
- Operational planning
Affiliations
- Football
Certification
IOSH - Managing safely
The regulations & transport of dangerous goods in packages by air, road and sea.
Yellow belt
Timeline
Logistics team leader
Watson Marlow
2021.08 - Current
Despatch operative
Watson Marlow
2010.05 - 2021.08
Despatch operative
Watson Marlow
2009.05 - 2010.03
Sales assistant
Argos
2007.08 - 2008.03
Diploma of Higher Education -
Tresham College
2005.09 - 2007.05
GCSEs -
The Kingswood school
2000.09 - 2005.05