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Craig Lauderdale

Plymouth,Devon

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in key accounts and territory management, opportunities identification, and customer rapport. Demonstrates exceptional skills in budgeting, risk management processes, and analytical problem-solving. Highly organised with a strong focus on compliance understanding, health and safety compliance, and inventory management. Proven track record in process implementation, team management, staff development, and mentoring. Career goals include leveraging knowledge to enhance operational efficiency and drive business growth.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work history

Assistant Manager

GSF Car Parts
Plymouth, Devon
04.2023 - Current
  • Verified adherence to standard operating procedures, ensuring seamless branch operations.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, fostering repeat business and loyalty.
  • Ensured health and safety compliance, maintaining a safe workplace for all staff.
  • Monitored sales performance, adjusting strategies to meet targets.

Branch Manager

Motor Parts Direct
Plymouth, Devon
03.2022 - 04.2023
  • Developed and implemented strategies to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Created training programmes that boosted staff performance.
  • Established partnerships with local businesses to strengthen community relations.
  • Optimised branch productivity through efficient work scheduling.

General Manager

First Stop Ltd
Plymouth, Devon
08.2020 - 03.2022
  • Designed sales and service strategies to enhance revenue and customer retention.
  • Oversaw branch management, including sales operations, revenue generation, and policy enforcement.
  • Managed a team of 2 customer service representatives and 5 technicians to ensure effective service delivery.
  • Monitored operational progress against budgets to promote cost-effective practices.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with staff, fostering motivation through supportive leadership.

Branch Manager

The Parts Alliance (GSF Car Parts)
Plymouth, DEV
09.2017 - 07.2020
  • Managed team of 14 employees, overseeing the hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
  • Carried out Health and safety audits to ensure compliance with relevant Government regulations.
  • Handled the day-to-day running of the business, ensuring high levels of productivity and sales progression.
  • Delivered to sales targets and KPIs for consistent business progress.


Senior Sales Advisor

Eurocarparts
Plymouth, Devon
08.2015 - 09.2017
  • Maintained a professional demeanour whilst dealing with difficult customers to maintain brand reputation.
  • Built solid relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
  • Regularly exceeded sales targets through strategic selling techniques.
  • Conducted market research for competitive edge in the industry.

Branch Manager

Unipart Automotive (The Parts Alliance)
Plymouth, DEV
08.2000 - 08.2015

Assistant Branch Manager 2005 - 20011

Sales advisor 2000-2005

  • Led team of 15 staff.
  • Managed stock and pick accuracy.
  • Provided excellent customer service, securing client loyalty.

Marine Engineer

The Royal Navy
Portsmouth, HAM
02.1998 - 03.2000
  • Tested feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components and systems.
  • Detailed Knowledge of Mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering systems.

Education

AAT Level 2 - Accounting

Mcarthur Morgan
Plymouth
03.2025 -

IMI LEVEL 3 - MOT Test Centre Management

IMI
Plymouth
01.2022 - 02.2022

Emergency First Aid - First Aid

British Red Cross
Plymouth
10.2023 - 10.2026

GNVQ Level 2 - Customer Services

Impact Training Solutions
Plymouth

GNVQ Level 2 - Engineering

Eggbuckland Community College
Plymouth

GCSEs - Maths, English, Sciences

Eggbuckland
Plymouth

Skills

  • Key account and territory management
  • Opportunity identification
  • Customer rapport building
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Self-motivation
  • Communication skills
  • Budget management
  • Risk analysis and management
  • Stock management processes
  • Process implementation
  • Team leadership
  • Staff development and mentoring
  • Organizational skills
  • Store operations knowledge
  • Analytical problem-solving skills
  • Compliance knowledge
  • Profit and loss analysis
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Inventory control

Timeline

AAT Level 2 - Accounting

Mcarthur Morgan
03.2025 -

Emergency First Aid - First Aid

British Red Cross
10.2023 - 10.2026

Assistant Manager

GSF Car Parts
04.2023 - Current

Branch Manager

Motor Parts Direct
03.2022 - 04.2023

IMI LEVEL 3 - MOT Test Centre Management

IMI
01.2022 - 02.2022

General Manager

First Stop Ltd
08.2020 - 03.2022

Branch Manager

The Parts Alliance (GSF Car Parts)
09.2017 - 07.2020

Senior Sales Advisor

Eurocarparts
08.2015 - 09.2017

Branch Manager

Unipart Automotive (The Parts Alliance)
08.2000 - 08.2015

Marine Engineer

The Royal Navy
02.1998 - 03.2000

GNVQ Level 2 - Customer Services

Impact Training Solutions

GNVQ Level 2 - Engineering

Eggbuckland Community College

GCSEs - Maths, English, Sciences

Eggbuckland
Craig Lauderdale