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Jason Lodge

Basingstoke,Hampshire

Summary

Senior manager with strong organisational skills and attention to detail, adept at clear communication and stakeholder influence. Proven track record in leading teams through complex operational challenges with a calm, solutions-focused mindset. Recognised for uncovering opportunities through lateral thinking and maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality in project execution.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Operations Manager

Siren Craft Brew Limited
Finchampstead, Berkshire
03.2017 - Current

Supported strategic and operational leadership across brewery functions to maintain efficient production processes.

Assisted senior leadership team in shaping business planning, operational tactics, and improvement initiatives.

Facilitated contract negotiations in critical areas such as IT services and vehicle leasing to ensure value and sustainability.

Senior Support Consultant

Elcom Systems Limited
London
01.2002 - 03.2017

Facilitated communication between support and product development to enhance products and resolve complex issues.

Delivered technical support for Elcom's eProcurement software to project managers and clients, maintaining service quality across diverse customer groups.

Managed prioritisation and progression of support cases within the help desk system.

Support Analyst

Elcom IT Limited
Slough, Berks
05.1997 - 01.2002

Provided desktop and network support for over 400 employees across six sites through phone, email, and in-person assistance.

Logged and handled all incoming support requests via the help desk system.

Diagnosed and resolved technical issues within strict SLA timeframes.

Set up and configured new PCs for incoming staff.

Created user accounts across NT Exchange, RAS (SecureID), AS/400, and other internal systems.

Performed routine AS/400 operational tasks.

Deactivated accounts for leavers and ensured secure transfer of business-critical data, including email.

Monitored and maintained Microsoft Exchange servers.

Purchasing Manager

AMA (UK) Limited
Basingstoke, Hampshire
03.1993 - 05.1997

Assisted in leading a team of seven software and hardware buyers.

Contributed to the AMA/Elcom merger by working alongside the Elcom project manager to support integration of stock control and financial systems until go-live.

Helped build relationships with key suppliers and manufacturers to enhance performance across priority product lines.

Supported purchasing activities and participated in supplier negotiations as outlined in the purchaser role.

Internal IT Sales

Frontline Distribution
Basingstoke, Hampshire
03.1991 - 03.1993

Internal sales for one of the largest IT wholesalers in the UK

Insurance Clerk

Whitehouse Insurance
Basingstoke, Hampshire
09.1989 - 03.1993

Facilitate insurance quotes and claims for members of the public, ensuring comprehensive service delivery.

Education

GCSEs -

Harriet Costello
Basingstoke
09.1984 - 07.1989

Skills

Organisational management

  • Building operational procedures
  • Resilience in high-pressure situations
  • Operational strategy
  • Performance monitoring
  • Warehouse Management System
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Contract negotiation
  • Continuous Improvement implementation
  • IT infrastructure understanding
  • Resourcefulness
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Operational support
  • Contract management
  • Logistical planning

Affiliations

  • Running
  • Cycling
  • Playing guitar

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Operations Manager

Siren Craft Brew Limited
03.2017 - Current

Senior Support Consultant

Elcom Systems Limited
01.2002 - 03.2017

Support Analyst

Elcom IT Limited
05.1997 - 01.2002

Purchasing Manager

AMA (UK) Limited
03.1993 - 05.1997

Internal IT Sales

Frontline Distribution
03.1991 - 03.1993

Insurance Clerk

Whitehouse Insurance
09.1989 - 03.1993

GCSEs -

Harriet Costello
09.1984 - 07.1989
Jason Lodge