Jack Walmsley
Summary
Dedicated Deputy Store Manager with a proven track record of maintaining excellence in a fast-paced retail environment. Skilled in leading and motivating diverse teams to achieve performance while ensuring exceptional customer service and adherence to company standards. Experienced in independent store management and adept at handling responsibilities in the absence of the Store Manager. Seeking a new challenge where I can use my practical skills and personality to deliver great overall results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6046
6046
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Deputy Store Manager
Lidl
Preston, Lancashire
10.2014 - Current
- Experience in leading the daily operational demands of Lidl Preston, guiding its growth from an initial turnover of £120k to £320k, securing its position as the top-performing store in the Runcorn region and securing the company's economic progress.
- Hand selected by senior management to facilitate the grand opening of the Lancaster store in 2019.
- Hand selected by senior management to facilitate struggling stores in Blackpool and Morecombe to upskill staff and their professional development, that align with the company's leadership principles.
- Supporting and building relationships with the local community to facilitate the distribution of surplus food to charitable organisations, thereby minimising food waste.
- Maintain excellent customer service standards throughout the store, serving as the main point of contact for customer inquiries.
- Regularly review productivity to ensure alignment with targets, promoting efficiency and compliance, while also managing deliveries, overseeing stock arrival and monitoring store performance metrics.
- Ensure compliance with legal and company health and safety regulations to meet standards.
Student Firefighter
Burnley Fire Station/ University of Central Lancs
Burnley, Lancashire
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Conducted regular fire assessments on commercial properties.
- Cleaned and performed general maintenance of fire equipment and fire stations in compliance with regulations.
Education
Fire and Leadership -
University of Central Lancashire
09/2015 - 05.2018
Distinction Public Services -
Runshaw College
09/2013 - 06.2015
7 GCSEs -
St Mary's Highschool
09/2007 - 06.2011
References
Skills
- Flexible schedule
- Clean driving licence of 10 years
- Leadership and team development
- Time management
- Health and safety awareness
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Team Collaboration
- Initiative
- Calm under pressure
Timeline
Student Firefighter
Burnley Fire Station/ University of Central Lancs
01.2016 - 01.2018
Deputy Store Manager
Lidl
10.2014 - Current
Fire and Leadership -
University of Central Lancashire
09/2015 - 05.2018
Distinction Public Services -
Runshaw College
09/2013 - 06.2015
7 GCSEs -
St Mary's Highschool
09/2007 - 06.2011
References