Christopher Ward
Newark,Nottinghamshire
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in team leadership, employee management, and policy and procedure adherence. Demonstrates proficiency in payroll management, departmental budget oversight, and staff deployment. Committed to safety consciousness and conducting performance evaluations to drive organisational success. Performance driven who thrives in a fast paced environment all whilst hitting KPI's. Decisive leader with top-notch communication skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Department manager
Asda Logistics
South Elmsall, Wakefield
2018.05 - Current
- Troubleshooting procedures carried out, eliminating frequent technical issues.
- Boosted overall performance with regular training.
- Delegated assignments to maximise individual strengths.
- Weekly payroll including all pay queries.
- Conduct Investigations and Disciplinaries.
- Cover for shift manager.
- Delegated tasks and reacted to changing workloads to maintain efficient operations.
- Trained new recruits for seamless integration into the team.
- Weekly shift planning.
First line manager
Clipper Logistics
Ollerton, Nottinghamshire
2005.08 - 2018.05
- Handled day-to-day administrative tasks, enabling smooth operation of the facility.
- Streamlined operations for improved productivity and efficiency.
- Resolved customer complaints, resulting in increased satisfaction levels.
- Communicated regularly with upper management regarding team progress and challenges.
- Daily staffing to meet the business needs with both agency and full time employees.
- Handovers with oncoming shifts to ensure a smooth transition.
- Weekly hours check to ensure correct pay.
- Organised staff rosters to ensure optimal coverage during peak hours.
- Enforced company policies consistently to maintain discipline within the team.
- Achieved KPIs through team motivation and incentivisation.
- Implemented health and hygiene standards for full safety compliance.
Warehouse team leader
Etam
Ollerton, Nottinghamshire
1998.11 - 2005.08
- Maintained clean and organised warehouse environment for efficient workflow.
- Enforced health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe workplace.
- Monitored team performance to maintain high standards of workmanship.
- Assisted in annual stock takes to update inventory records accurately.
- Trained new staff members for increased productivity and efficiency.
- Enforced safety measures and proper use of PPE.
Education
GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, Geography, PE, French
The Rufford School
Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire 1992.09 - 1994.09
A-Levels - English, Sociology and General Studies
The Rufford School
Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire 1994.09 - 1996.09
Certificate of Higher Education - Sports Management
Newark And Sherwood College
Newark on Trent, Nottinghamshire 1996.09 - 1998.06
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Employee management
- Policy and procedure adherence
- Payroll management
- Departmental budget management and staff deployment
- Safety consciousness
- Competent in Excel, Word and Office
- Microlise trained
- Performance evaluations
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Department manager
Asda Logistics
2018.05 - Current
First line manager
Clipper Logistics
2005.08 - 2018.05
Warehouse team leader
Etam
1998.11 - 2005.08
Certificate of Higher Education - Sports Management
Newark And Sherwood College
1996.09 - 1998.06
A-Levels - English, Sociology and General Studies
The Rufford School
1994.09 - 1996.09
GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, Geography, PE, French
The Rufford School
1992.09 - 1994.09