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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
2023.04 - 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
2022.03 - 2023.04
  • 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
2020.08 - 2022.03
  • 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
2017.09 - 2020.07
  • 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
2015.08 - 2017.09
  • 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
2000.08 - 2015.08

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
1998.02 - 2000.03
  • 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
2025.03 -

IMI LEVEL 3 - MOT Test Centre Management

IMI
Plymouth
2022.01 - 2022.02

Emergency First Aid - First Aid

British Red Cross
Plymouth
2023.10 - 2026.10

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
2025.03 -

Emergency First Aid - First Aid

British Red Cross
2023.10 - 2026.10

Assistant Manager

GSF Car Parts
2023.04 - Current

Branch Manager

Motor Parts Direct
2022.03 - 2023.04

IMI LEVEL 3 - MOT Test Centre Management

IMI
2022.01 - 2022.02

General Manager

First Stop Ltd
2020.08 - 2022.03

Branch Manager

The Parts Alliance (GSF Car Parts)
2017.09 - 2020.07

Senior Sales Advisor

Eurocarparts
2015.08 - 2017.09

Branch Manager

Unipart Automotive (The Parts Alliance)
2000.08 - 2015.08

Marine Engineer

The Royal Navy
1998.02 - 2000.03

GNVQ Level 2 - Customer Services

Impact Training Solutions

GNVQ Level 2 - Engineering

Eggbuckland Community College

GCSEs - Maths, English, Sciences

Eggbuckland
Craig Lauderdale