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Graham Phillips

Stamford

Summary

Results-driven professional focused on delivering effective solutions that enhance productivity and drive successful outcomes for teams and clients. Expertise in establishing efficient processes and navigating complex challenges through collaboration and strategic thinking. Proven track record of achieving measurable results in dynamic environments.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Director

Marketing Logistics Group Ltd
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
2021.11 - Current

Founded company to broaden service offerings as part of a diversification drive and leverage extensive warehousing capacity.

  • Implemented operational changes for improved efficiency.
  • Instituted cost control measures, mitigated financial risk.
  • Drove process improvements, optimised workflow efficiency.
  • Optimised resource allocation to maximise productivity.

Share Holder & Director

DatamailDM Ltd
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
2008.03 - 2024.03

Led comprehensive process improvements, significantly optimising workflow efficiency.

Coordinated large-scale projects to achieve successful outcomes.

  • Managed client growth demands, effectively scaling with business expansion.

Director

DMS Direct Marketing Services Ltd
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
1999.07 - 2008.03

Operating a small business specialising in data processing and print services, evolving into comprehensive direct mailing solutions

IT Manager

Hercules Direct Marketing Services
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
1992.03 - 1999.03

Managed IT infrastructure, overseeing hardware and software acquisition and administration.

Led a team of IT staff and data processors to enhance operational efficiency.

Collaborated with sales team to develop solutions for client requirements, securing new projects.

Designed ad-hoc database solutions for clients, including Football Association for world cup bid.

Constructed CRM database and established direct connection between Lancaster Gate and Peterborough using ISDN 2e technology.

Enabled data querying for effective correspondence related to the bid.

Optimised data management processes to support client interactions and project delivery.

  • Fostered relationships with clients to understand needs and deliver tailored IT solutions.

IT Operator

Peterborough Mailing
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
1988.11 - 1992.03

Working closely with business Owner to manage storage and dispatch of holiday brochures globally.

Acquired IT skills independently, utilising a Micro PC to fulfil job responsibilities.

Developed proficiency in database programming (Xbase), initiating a passion for data management.

Education

Coleridge Community College
Cambridge
1981.09 - 1985.08

CSE/O-level - English,Maths,Geography,History,Science

The John Mansfield School
Peterborough
1985.09 - 1986.07

Skills

    Communication skills

  • Decision-making
  • Customer service
  • Business development
  • Employee management
  • Contract management
  • Operations management
  • Logistics management
  • Data analysis
  • Daily operations
  • Change implementation
  • Business acumen
  • Technology integration
  • Business planning
  • Negotiation skills
  • Procurement expertise
  • Project prioritization
  • Profit and loss analysis
  • Initiative taking
  • Executive communication
  • Organizational awareness
  • Leadership excellence
  • Client development
  • Budget control
  • Business analysis
  • Financial forecasting
  • Contract negotiation expertise
  • Financial management
  • Project budgeting strategies
  • Business administration

Affiliations

  • Travelling
  • Nature
  • Learning (anything)
  • Languages
  • Culture

Timeline

Director

Marketing Logistics Group Ltd
2021.11 - Current

Share Holder & Director

DatamailDM Ltd
2008.03 - 2024.03

Director

DMS Direct Marketing Services Ltd
1999.07 - 2008.03

IT Manager

Hercules Direct Marketing Services
1992.03 - 1999.03

IT Operator

Peterborough Mailing
1988.11 - 1992.03

CSE/O-level - English,Maths,Geography,History,Science

The John Mansfield School
1985.09 - 1986.07

Coleridge Community College
1981.09 - 1985.08
Graham Phillips