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Jonathan Gordon

Wes Yorkshire,

Summary

An enthusiastic Supply Chain Manager bringing six years of experience in leadership and management within the FMCG sector. Specialises in team development, efficient inventory management, and sales & operations planning. Skilled in data analysis and proficient in SAP inventory management systems. Emphasises teamwork to achieve exceptional service standards, while recognising that diverse viewpoints can enhance continuous improvement and cost savings for businesses.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Logistics & Supply Chain Manager

BRITA Vivreau UK
Barnsley, South Yorkshire
08.2020 - Current
  • Overall management of the logistics and end to end supply chain relating to BRITA Vivreau UK (water dispenser sector), manages a small team.
  • Key responsibilities include; health and safety, inventory management, developing employees, coaching, appraisals, and disciplinary matters.
  • Chairs sales & operations planning meetings, reviews sales demand forecasts, highlights supply risks, manages excess inventory watchlist.
  • Liaises with suppliers and purchases inventory planning requirements, ensures stock is controlled and stored correctly in multiple warehouses.
  • Oversees national and international delivery of goods to customers, return of goods, site waste management, and use of external contractors.
  • Drives improvements, supports the wider business plan and financial targets, able to work as part of a wider team across different boundaries.
  • Change management supporting SAP ERP system launch in March 2021.

Sortation Associate

PMP Recruitment (Amazon Contract)
Leeds, West Yorkshire
04.2020 - 08.2020
  • Temporary work following travel overseas, picking and packing orders with high productivity and accuracy, compliance with site rules and H&S.
  • Valuable experience building empathy and working with diverse teams.

Warehouse Shift Manager

CEVA Logistics (3PL)
Bradford, West Yorkshire
08.2018 - 01.2020
  • Managed up to 40 FLT drivers and 4 supervisors to deliver end to end warehouse tasks in line with customer Princes soft drinks demands. Used SAP to monitor orders and make balanced decisions to reach targets.
  • Led start of shift briefs and delegated tasks to individuals. Ensured all staff adhered to site rules, and received the required training.
  • Responsible for disciplinaries, misconduct, sickness, and absences from work. Conducted appraisals and provided recognition to employees.

Logistics Analyst

CEVA Logistics (3PL)
Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire
07.2016 - 09.2017
  • Data analysis for projects within transport and warehousing fields. Produced proposals, presentations, and KPI packs.
  • Implemented cost saving initiatives through vehicle fleet optimisations, emphasis to minimise empty trailer running.

Logistics Intern

Arla Foods
Leeds, West Yorkshire
06.2015 - 09.2015
  • Exposure to project management in a food and drinks distribution centre through the implementation of a database to monitor FLT productivity.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Logistics & Supply Chain Management

The University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield
09.2014 - 07.2018

A-Levels - Mathematics, Economics, Spanish

Greenhead College
Huddersfield
09.2012 - 07.2014

GCSEs - 10 GCSEs

Holmfirth High School
Holmfirth, Kirklees
09.2007 - 07.2012

Skills

Leader, Motivator, Team Player

Seven years experience leading teams

Can do attitude approach

Authenticity and empathy

Collaboration and feedback


Confident Communicator

Professional and effective negotiator

Facilitate meetings, present data Active listener, delivers clear instructions, promotes inclusion


Problem Solver and Analytical

Seeks route causes, considers customer impact, drives continuous improvement

Resilient personality, generates change

Advanced user of Excel, Power BI reports, excellent attention to detail


Time Management

Meets deadlines, prioritises tasks, flexibility for ad-hoc requests

Strong organisational skills, ability to work in a fast paced environment


Full UK drivers licence, feasibility to travel

Timeline

Logistics & Supply Chain Manager

BRITA Vivreau UK
08.2020 - Current

Sortation Associate

PMP Recruitment (Amazon Contract)
04.2020 - 08.2020

Warehouse Shift Manager

CEVA Logistics (3PL)
08.2018 - 01.2020

Logistics Analyst

CEVA Logistics (3PL)
07.2016 - 09.2017

Logistics Intern

Arla Foods
06.2015 - 09.2015

Bachelor of Science - Logistics & Supply Chain Management

The University of Huddersfield
09.2014 - 07.2018

A-Levels - Mathematics, Economics, Spanish

Greenhead College
09.2012 - 07.2014

GCSEs - 10 GCSEs

Holmfirth High School
09.2007 - 07.2012
Jonathan Gordon