Hugh Tyson
Ambleside,Cumbria
Summary
Dedicated warehouse professional with extensive experience in customer service within retail environments. Proficient in forklift operation and capable of handling heavy materials efficiently. Demonstrated ability to work independently or collaboratively in team settings. Consistently meets operational goals and enhances customer satisfaction.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work history
Warehouse Manager
Stainton Wines
Kendal, Cumbria
01.2015 - 12.2025
- Conducted monthly stocktakes to ensure accurate stock control and facilitate ordering.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks in alignment with safety protocols.
- Provided retail coverage several hours each week to support operational needs.
- Investigated discrepancies in inventory records; ensured swift resolution of errors.
- Coordinated incoming goods, ensuring accurate documentation and timely distribution.
- Supervised daily warehousing activities to ensure operational efficiency.
- Optimised space utilisation by rearranging warehouse layout.
- Resolved errors in order processing before leaving the building resulting in less company costs
Delivery Driver/Warehouse Operative
Stainton Wines
Kendal, Cumbria
04.2004 - 01.2015
- Coordinated delivery schedules to optimise time management.
- Executed efficient route planning, reducing fuel costs significantly.
- Handled fragile items carefully, achieving zero damage complaints.
- Ensured safe loading and unloading of vehicles to prevent injuries.
- Streamlined packing process through effective warehouse organisation.
- Delivered items with personalised service, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Transported heavy items to designated locations using best handling practices.
- Maintained excellent customer service, bolstering company reputation.
Sales Advisor
Hawkshead
Hawkshead, Cumbria
04.2000 - 04.2004
- Recommended suitable products to enhance customer shopping experiences.
- Monitored and updated displays to increase customer engagement.
- Assisted with stocktaking to ensure accurate inventory records.
- Led menswear department and executed end-of-day cashing up procedures.
Stock Control Coordinator
Arcadia Group (Hawkshead)
Ambleside, Cumbria
07.1998 - 04.2000
- Resolved stock discrepancies to ensure timely completion of mail order deliveries.
- Ensured adherence to express delivery timelines for all shipments.
Warehouse Operative
Hawkshead
Ambleside, Cumbria
07.1994 - 07.1998
- Optimised picking and packing processes for rapid, precise fulfilment of customer needs.
- Conducted part-time work during university vacations from 1994 to 1997.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport and Exercise Science
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England 09/1993 - 07/1997
A-Levels - Maths, Physics, Chemistry, General Studies
Lakes School, Windermere
Cumbria 09/1991 - 07/1993
GCSEs - English, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, French, German
Lakes School, Windermere
Cumbria 09/1989 - 07/1991
Skills
- Storage optimisation
- First aid training
- Forklift operation
- Stock counting and management
- Stock replenishment
- Logistics coordination
- Pallet jack operation
- Warehouse operations coordination
Affiliations
- Gardening, Walking, Tennis, Cricket
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
Stainton Wines
01.2015 - 12.2025
Delivery Driver/Warehouse Operative
Stainton Wines
04.2004 - 01.2015
Sales Advisor
Hawkshead
04.2000 - 04.2004
Stock Control Coordinator
Arcadia Group (Hawkshead)
07.1998 - 04.2000
Warehouse Operative
Hawkshead
07.1994 - 07.1998
Bachelor of Science - Sport and Exercise Science
University of Birmingham
09/1993 - 07/1997
A-Levels - Maths, Physics, Chemistry, General Studies
Lakes School, Windermere
09/1991 - 07/1993
GCSEs - English, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, French, German
Lakes School, Windermere
09/1989 - 07/1991