Gareth Evans
Cannock,Staffordshire
Summary
Accomplished leader with extensive experience in operational and strategic leadership, directing large teams in high-pressure environments. Proven expertise in inventory, stores, and supply chain management, overseeing multi-million-pound inventories and ensuring compliance across global theatres. Successfully delivered complex counter-terrorism projects valued at £250,000 across the Middle East and North Africa. Skilled in programme and project delivery, transformation, and continuous improvement, enhancing efficiency and performance through strategic planning and data-driven decision making. Holds a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management and a Diploma in Strategic Logistics Management. Security cleared with strong communication skills and international experience.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work history
Warrant officer Class 1
HM Forces
08.2002 - Current
Senior operational leader and Warrant Officer Class 1 with over 20 years’ experience directing large, dispersed teams and delivering complex logistics, inventory, and supply chain operations in high‑pressure, safety‑critical environments. Proven ability to lead transformation, optimise inventory performance, and deliver operational excellence across multi‑site organisations.
Extensive experience managing multi‑million‑pound inventories—including ammunition, weapon systems, medical supplies, and specialist equipment—across global locations under tight timelines. Consistently achieved outstanding audit and inspection results through rigorous governance and disciplined process control.
Recognised for strategic thinking, strong risk awareness, and the ability to articulate complex problems clearly. Adept at leading diverse teams, driving cultural change, and enabling safe, efficient delivery across government, international partners, and multi‑agency environments.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Logistic Supply Chain Operations
Transcend Awards
07.2025 -
Diploma of Higher Education - Leadership and Management
City of Guilds
06.2014 -
Skills
Operational & Strategic Leadership
- Directed large, dispersed teams of up to 120 personnel across barracks, training establishments, and operational deployments in hostile environments
- Thrived in fast‑paced, high‑pressure settings requiring rapid adaptation, clear risk‑based decision making, and precise communication
- Led multi‑agency teams including foreign exchange personnel, civil servants, and international partners, ensuring safe and compliant delivery of operations
Inventory, Stores & Supply Chain Management
- Managed multi‑million‑pound inventories of ammunition, weapon systems, and mission‑critical equipment across global theatres, ensuring accuracy, availability, and compliance under tight operational timelines
- Delivered consistently successful audit and inspection outcomes through robust governance, meticulous record‑keeping, and disciplined process control
- Served as Company Quartermaster Sergeant and Regimental Quartermaster Sergeant, overseeing end‑to‑end logistics, warehousing, stock control, and asset management
- Led forecasting, demand planning, and supply chain continuity to support operational readiness and major deployments
Programme & Project Delivery
- Directed multiple counter‑terrorism projects across the Middle East and North Africa, each valued at £250,000, involving complex logistical planning, procurement, and delivery of medical supplies, survival equipment, and specialist materials
- Balanced operational urgency with safety, compliance, and stakeholder alignment in politically sensitive environments
- Implemented change programmes to modernise supply processes, improve capability, and strengthen operational resilience
Transformation & Continuous Improvement
- Shaped future capability through strategic planning, operational design, and data‑driven decision making
- Introduced new ways of working to enhance efficiency, safety, and performance across logistics and training functions
- Built high‑performing, collaborative teams through coaching, development, and cultural leadership
Education & Professional Qualifications
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management
- Diploma in Strategic Logistics Management
- Extensive military leadership, safety, and operational planning qualifications
(Optional to add if applicable: APICS CPIM/CSCP, Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt)
Additional Information
- Security cleared
- Experienced working internationally and in culturally diverse environments
- Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
Timeline
Diploma of Higher Education - Logistic Supply Chain Operations
Transcend Awards
07.2025 -
Diploma of Higher Education - Leadership and Management
City of Guilds
06.2014 -
Warrant officer Class 1
HM Forces
08.2002 - Current