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Ciprian David Matei

Hatfield,UK

Summary

Results-driven leader with over 6 years of progressive experience at Ocado Group, advancing from Night Shift Personal Shopper to Night Shift Area Coordinator. Skilled in managing operations, improving safety standards, and coordinating diverse teams in high-pressure warehouse environments. Strong focus on process optimisation, employee engagement, and delivering performance targets. Now seeking to leverage leadership and operational expertise to excel as an Area Manager.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work history

Area Coordinator (Night Shift)

Ocado Group
Hatfield, UK
05.2022 - 08.2025
  • Initially based at CFC1 Hatfield (2022–2023) before transferring to CFC10 Luton (2023–Present).
  • Frequently acted as Step-Up Manager, taking full responsibility for shift operations in the absence of management.
  • Lead and coordinate a large team of warehouse operatives to achieve daily operational and safety targets.
  • Ensure smooth execution of nightly operations across multiple areas, adapting quickly to high-pressure demands.
  • Implement and monitor health & safety procedures, promoting a culture of compliance and awareness.
  • Successfully led a Frame Load Safety Project, identifying risks, developing solutions, and gaining management approval for improved worker safety and efficiency.
  • Support continuous improvement (Kaizen) initiatives to optimise workflows and reduce errors.
  • Train, mentor, and motivate team members, increasing engagement and performance.

Personal Shopper (Night Shift)

Ocado Group
Hatfield, UK
10.2018 - 05.2022
  • Carried out customer order loading with high accuracy and speed in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
  • Consistently exceeded KPIs for productivity and quality.
  • Maintained high standards of safety and efficiency in night shift operations.
  • Supported colleagues and new starters by sharing best practices and team collaboration.
  • Recognised for reliability and adaptability, which led to promotion to Area Coordinator.

Education

BA (Hons) - Business & Management

Ravensbourne University London

Skills

  • Leadership & People Management: Team Leadership, Mentoring, Staff Motivation
  • Operations & Performance: KPI Management, Workflow Coordination, Performance Management
  • Health & Safety: Compliance Monitoring, Incident Reporting, Safety Awareness
  • Shift Management: Coordinating night shift operations and ensuring workflow continuity
  • Process Improvement: Continuous Improvement (Kaizen), identifying and implementing efficiency solutions
  • Professional Skills: Communication, Problem-Solving, Decision-Making

Affiliations

  • Music – I am passionate about singing, which has strengthened my creativity, discipline, and confidence in front of an audience.
  • Reading – I enjoy reading a variety of books that broaden my knowledge and help me develop critical thinking and communication skills.
  • Movies – I like watching films, which I often use as a way to relax while also gaining inspiration and new perspectives.

Timeline

Area Coordinator (Night Shift)

Ocado Group
05.2022 - 08.2025

Personal Shopper (Night Shift)

Ocado Group
10.2018 - 05.2022

BA (Hons) - Business & Management

Ravensbourne University London
Ciprian David Matei