Cristian Eugen Vaida
Hatfield,ENG
Summary
Distribution and supply chain logistics leader with 17+ years of experience in transportation and distribution operations across England, Europe, and global networks. Drive productivity improvements and service delivery through data-informed operational planning. Leverage warehouse management systems to support and optimise warehouse performance and distribution centres.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Manager
Osprey London
06.2023 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of warehouse, including inventory management and order fulfilment to meet customer demands.
- Managed warehouse staff, supervising performance, analysing annual budget, planning expenses, and supporting company financial goals by distributing space logically and efficiently.
- Managed a team of warehouse operatives, overseeing daily tasks to boost efficiency and productivity.
- Led a team of warehouse operatives, providing training and development to enhance productivity and team morale.
- Trained, guided and evaluated warehouse workers, increasing performance and productivity rates.
- Coached staff in proper material handling processes to reduce dispatch times.
- Streamlined order picking and packing processes, reducing turnaround time and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with staff, setting objectives and providing feedback to drive continuous improvement.
- Monitored key performance indicators KPIs closely to assess operational effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Regularly tracked stock levels, promptly ordering low-stock items to maintain operational readiness.
- Conducted regular stock audits, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective actions to maintain inventory integrity.
- Oversaw quality control checks on incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain high standards of product integrity.
- Maintained required inventory levels at minimal cost.
- Met supply requirements by strengthening inventory systems.
- Analysed warehouse operations data to identify trends, forecast demand, and plan resource allocation accordingly.
- Coordinated logistics, including receiving and dispatching merchandise,ensure health and safety standards are met, and understand warehouse safety procedures
- Coordinated with suppliers and transport companies to streamline inbound and outbound logistics operations.
- Coordinated deliveries to wholesalers in the UK and US, ensuring timely receipt of goods to maintain supply chain efficiency.
- Managing the picking process, and despatch and delivery to all 14 stores weekly,plus pick ,pack and Despatch Daily all the e-commerce orders.
- Scheduled transportation of outgoing goods to meet customer requirements.
- Facilitated communication between warehouse and office staff to ensure smooth operations and timely dispatch of goods.
- Monitored warehouse equipment, arranging maintenance and repairs to minimise downtime and disruptions.
- Investigated incidents and accidents within the warehouse, implementing measures to prevent future occurrences.
- Prepared and presented reports on warehouse performance metrics to senior management, showcasing achievements and identifying areas for improvement.
- Developed strategies to maintain required stock levels at minimum cost.
- Met supply requirements by strengthening inventory systems.
- Liaised with sales and customer service teams to resolve issues related to orders, delivery schedules, and customer feedback.
TEAM MANAGER
Wincanton Harlow (IKEA Distribution Point)
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Supervise a team 40 of members/shift, ensuring that the products are correctly picked, quality checked and loaded in the lorries ready for the next day delivery. Effective management of resources to achieve KPI's (cost, quality, service, and absence). Ensure a pro-active approach to health & Safety via risk assessment and by ensuring that warehouse colleagues comply with all policies and requirements. Conduct regular individual reviews and where necessary agree a performance improvement plan. Management of a Time & Attendance System Liaising directly with the operation manager and finding where more space is for improving, cost wise in freight and personal. Schedule staff and orchestrate deliveries to meet customer demand with little to no delay. Make sure that warehouse capacity is kept at optimal levels, receive products and coordinates delivery, managing activities throughout the order fulfilment and transportation cycle to make sure that the established deadlines are met.
- Led team management meetings to discuss operational strategies and performance expectations., performance meeting, disciplinary, grievances, and dealing directly with different agencies to bring in new staff and making the onboarding process easier.
- Key Accomplishments:
- Created a new working format for pickers, enhancing workload efficiency
- Developed a Time Flow Motion chart to track employee activities during shifts, identifying areas for improvement
- Established a new process for receiving goods in, goods out, and replenishment
- Manage all pick, and delegate tasks according to employee talent and order size.
- Motivated and managed the team to achieve all performance objectives.
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
Wincanton Harlow (IKEA Distribution Point)
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Supervise a team 10 of members/shift, ensuring that the products are correctly picked, quality checked and loaded in the lorries ready for the next day delivery. Effective management of resources to achieve KPI's (cost, quality, service, and absence). Ensure a pro-active approach to health & Safety via risk assessment and by ensuring that warehouse colleagues comply with all policies and requirements. Conduct regular individual reviews and where necessary agree a performance improvement plan. Management of a Time & Attendance System Liaising directly with the operation manager and finding where more space is for improving, cost wise in freight and personal. Schedule staff, and orchestrate deliveries to meet customer demand with little to no delay. Make sure that warehouse capacity is kept at optimal levels, receive products and coordinates delivery, managing activities throughout the order fulfilment and transportation cycle to make sure that the established deadlines are met.
- Managed the delivery team of 20 drivers to meet scheduled delivery times.
- Manage to create a new working format for the loaders that optimized the time spent on a route preparing for loading
- Developed Time Flow Motion chart to track employee activities during 12-hour shifts, identifying areas for operational improvement.
- Established new goods receiving process using Flexi Pods and RF Guns to streamline operations.
- Managed picking operations to ensure accuracy in order fulfilment and delegated tasks based on employee strengths and order size.
- Motivated and managed the team to achieve performance objectives.
- Managed the delivery team of 20 drivers to meet scheduled delivery times.
EXPORT ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR
Proper Music Distribution
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Supervised a team of 20 members, coordinating shipping of products between destinations. Liaised with operation manager to identify space improvements for freight and personnel costs. Arranged transportation, scheduled staff, and orchestrated deliveries to meet customer demand with minimal delays. Maintained optimal warehouse capacity, received products, and coordinated delivery activities throughout order fulfilment and transportation cycle.
- Key Accomplishments:
- Compiled shipment reports, detailing payment, destination, tracking, and other aspects for presentation at monthly meetings.
- Handled the processing of export and import orders, checked for accuracy and compliance with regulations, organised products for shipment, and assigned tasks according to employee skills and order requirements.
- Identified carrier companies offering competitive rates for importing products from USA and Australia via sea freight, resulting in reduced investment in logistics.
DESPATCH EXPORT ASSISTANT
Sony DADC
06.2017 - 04.2020
- Managed orders, processed packages, prepared documentation for tracking shipments, and supervised staff to complete orders within deadlines and achieve team goals. Planned, organised, and tracked orders using warehouse management system (WMS). Oversaw daily equipment checks and paperwork, ensuring all faults were reported and captured. Managed distribution inventory, prioritised and confirmed parcels adhering to client requests. Coordinated collection of goods by contacting and booking transport companies. Directed campaigns, D2Cs, SOE, and overseas shipping.
- Spearhead distribution of world-class digital and physical supply chain solutions, and optical media replication services, meeting departmental, daily, weekly, and monthly targets of company.
- Collaborated with export carrier companies including Kuehne+Nagel, Europa, Woodland, FedEx, TNT, UPS, and DHL.
- Drove productivity in designated area to meet KPIs and mentored staff to achieve set targets.
- Key Accomplishments:
WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE
FIRST CALL CONTRACT SERVICE
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Coordinated warehouse operations, ensuring efficient mass storage, searchability, rapid retrieval, safety compliance, accurate documentation, and optimal space usage.
- Picked and packed customer orders with accuracy, meeting daily productivity targets.
- Picked orders to meet productivity targets.
- Carried out day-to-day warehouse duties with care and attention, maintaining compliance with safety standards.
SITE MANAGER
YOLO LTD
06.2007 - 05.2016
- Managed sub-contractors, trades, and suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries and material availability; recruited staff and set up site, including installation of temporary offices and facilities. Maintained quality control, monitored project progress, and prepared client reports while conducting safety inspections and managing client expectations.
- Oversaw day-to-day site operations, resolving issues and guiding projects to completion within timelines and budget constraints.
- Directed more than 4 different teams in 4 big projects in North London.
- Highlighted significant achievements in project management.
- Gained experience in car sales at AUTOBARI-Fiat Dealership.
Education
High School Degree -
GHEORGHE ȘINCAI NATIONAL COLLEGE
Baia Mare, RomaniaSkills
- Shipping Compliance
- Inventory Management Software
- WMS administration
- Logistics coordination
- Stock management
- Inventory control
- Order fulfilment
- KPI reporting
- Quality control protocols
- Safety Compliance Training
- Risk assessment
- Cost Reduction Strategies
- Data analysis
- Supplier Management
- Warehouse processes
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Cross functional communication
- Coordination & Organisation
- Stock counting
- Performance management
- Process improvement
- Team management
- Staff supervision
- Team leadership and motivation
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Organisational Skills
- Multi-Tasking
- Microsoft Office Suite
- WMS proficiency
- Quality management understanding
- RF Scanner
- Inventory organisation
- Warehousing process knowledge
- Stock rotation techniques
- Inventory optimisation
- Warehouse maintenance
- Safety Compliance Training
- Stock rotation techniques
- Inventory optimisation
Websites, Portfolios, Profiles
linkedin.com/in/cristian-vaida
Hobbies and Interests
I try to read business administration and economic magazines each month to stay up to date in my field and learn new techniques or practices for success. I also run daily and play soccer to stay active and fit. I volunteer my time with NHS Responder, especially throughout these pandemic times, when i can as well.
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
Osprey London
06.2023 - Current
TEAM MANAGER
Wincanton Harlow (IKEA Distribution Point)
06.2022 - 06.2023
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
Wincanton Harlow (IKEA Distribution Point)
06.2021 - 06.2022
EXPORT ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR
Proper Music Distribution
07.2020 - 06.2021
DESPATCH EXPORT ASSISTANT
Sony DADC
06.2017 - 04.2020
WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE
FIRST CALL CONTRACT SERVICE
06.2016 - 06.2017
SITE MANAGER
YOLO LTD
06.2007 - 05.2016
High School Degree -
GHEORGHE ȘINCAI NATIONAL COLLEGE