Gary Campbell
Kendal,Cumbria
Summary
A highly skilled professional with extensive expertise in planning and project management, known for a structured approach and the ability to deliver results through the Plan Do Review methodology. Demonstrates exceptional knowledge of WMS systems, serving as a key point of contact for all levels on site regarding stock management issues. Proven track record in people management, consistently auditing and reviewing team performance to ensure high functionality. Committed to continuous improvement, achieving business KPIs, SLAs, cost reduction, and efficiency in labour usage and stock accuracy. Resilient under high-pressure situations, consistently leading teams to success.
Offering strong leadership and problem-solving skills with background in team management and project coordination. Knowledgeable about streamlining processes, improving operational efficiency, and fostering positive team environments. Ready to use and develop skills in strategic planning, communication, and resource management in a Shift Supervisors role.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work history
DC Operations Manager
Lakeland Limited
09.2009 - 09.2025
- From a temporary contract in the Distribution department, I have taken on extra responsibility and skill and worked through from colleague through the team to Operations Manager giving me a unique view of the DC and processes
- The role is all encompassing and as a senior manager for the site, I cover all aspects from data analysis, stock control, planning labour and workload to people and performance management including absence and under-performing colleagues.
- My WMS knowledge, especially of the end to end stock movements and demand by channel, is critical to my role. I work closely with the Shift Supervisors, Desk Controllers and the Demand and Storage Supervisor to ensure the correct stock to the correct pickface /channel in the correct volume at the correct time. An example of this is allocations and Xmas skus in home shopping, which sees an increase in sku volume of circa 15% just in Christmas lines.
- I embody our LLDP methodologies ensuring the Plan-Do-Review process is used in line with multiple reporting documents to ensure SLA and KPI’s are achieved or surpassed driving safety, productivity and cost improvements
- I continually review processes and systems using CI techniques, to look for enhancements that will aid efficiency or performance of colleagues or task and then work closely with stakeholders to deliver these
Profit Centre Manager
Ashtead Plant Hire Ltd
09.2000 - 01.2009
- I started with Ashtead Plant Hire as a Rental Manager in Stockton and moved quickly through the company to become a Profit Centre Manager in Kendal in 2004 and in Manchester in 2007
- As a Profit Centre Manager I was responsible for compiling the budget each year & once agreed, delivering upon it - the equipment within my control was worth up to £10m & the turnover was approx. £1-2m per annum
- The customers I managed ranged across many industries but included large petro-chemical sites like ICI where HSE, HMRC, Environmental, Safety and compliance standards were high and enforced. I ensure we adhered to all compliance elements on site and would audit we delivered as minimum the regulatory elements of working on these huge multi compliant sites
- My initial role was managing our inventory and plant purchasing, deliveries and stock checks along with customer service aspects of the role, which I retain and use today when dealing with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
Plant Hire Supervisor
Amec Plant and Transport
04.1998 - 01.2000
- This role started as a YTS workshop admin clerk covering mainly office duties, but I’ve always prided myself on learning and adapting to my environment
- I was a responsible for managing shut downs in highly regulated and HMRC compliant petro-chem sites-working alongside the senior stake holders ie site managers, I ensured we understood and adhered to all regulations in processes, and handling of petro-chemicals
- I successfully managed a large team of drivers and hire clerks who covered a significant area from Sellafield to Nottingham.
- Other responsibilities of note include Transport co-ordinator and Shut Down Plan co-ordinator for up to 3 month secondment at multiple sites during overhaul periods. This required liaison with muti site managers and engaging with many departments across multiple seniority levels
Education
Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College
DarlingtonSkills
- Planning and Project Management - My style of working is to plan and understand the task, system and processes and ensure a timeline is built and adhered to Stakeholders are involved and I make it clear on the expectation of them to deliver on time and accurately and I pride myself on my auditing abilities
- High skill and indepth knowledge of WMS systems which are is key to operational warehousing roles and I was a key point of contact for all levels on site (from management to colleague) when there were queries or issues with any aspect of stock management
- Plan Do Review way of working with a structured approach is my operational style and delivers results
- People management is a key aspect of ensuring a team are highly functioning and I actively reviewed and audited my direct reports and colleagues and the wider team, for their performance, attendance and values and behaviors on site
- I work in a structured logical manner and always look for Continuous Improvement to processes to deliver business KPI’s and SLA’s and deliver cost reduction and efficiency on labour usage and stock accuracy
- I pride my self in my resilience in high-pressure situations to be a leader and deliver results
Hobbies and Interests
I live with my wife, one of my daughters Bella the dog. I’m a grandfather to two beautiful grandchildren Ivy and Albie, In my younger days I was a keen sportsman and liked participating in all sports especially cricket and football but these days I tend to watch from the comfort of my settee., I enjoy cooking and love a day at the horse races and watching Liverpool win the league (again!)
Timeline
DC Operations Manager
Lakeland Limited
09.2009 - 09.2025
Profit Centre Manager
Ashtead Plant Hire Ltd
09.2000 - 01.2009
Plant Hire Supervisor
Amec Plant and Transport
04.1998 - 01.2000
Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College