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Karl Williams

Karl Williams

Wrexham,Wrexham

Summary

Accomplished professional with a strong foundation in customer relations and business management, adept at change implementation and compliance regulations. Demonstrates expertise in budgeting and forecasting, cash flow management, and crisis handling, ensuring seamless operations and client retention. Skilled in rapport building and supplier relations, with a keen business acumen that drives successful budget planning and product knowledge application. Committed to enhancing organisational efficiency while pursuing opportunities for strategic growth.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Franchisee

Filtafry Plus
Wrexham, Wrexham
10.2009 - 06.2023
  • Strengthened franchise reputation with consistent high-quality service delivery.
  • Maintained accurate record keeping practices for streamlined business operations.
  • Dealt promptly with customer complaints, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Liaised with the franchisor on regular basis for updated business information.
  • Oversaw financial management tasks including budgeting and cash flow monitoring.
  • Ensured cleanliness and safety standards were met, promoting a welcoming environment for customers.
  • Performed routine audits, ensuring compliance with franchise guidelines.
  • Fostered strong relationships with suppliers, securing favourable payment terms.
  • Established and successfully managed profitable business, demonstrating exceptional entrepreneurial skills and business acumen.
  • Optimised daily operations to achieve maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Liaised with vendors to achieve favourable product pricing and timely stock replenishment.
  • Developed winning sales strategies to drive revenue.
  • Navigated complex business challenges and made sound decisions to achieve long-term success.
  • Managed stock within set minimum and maximum levels to serve customers without over-extending finances.
  • Kept business in compliance with internal controls, industry regulations and health and safety requirements.
  • Planned logistical operations for safe transportation, storage and sale of goods.
  • Negotiated buying conditions and sales contracts to secure lucrative deals.
  • Established clear budgets with sound controls to keep business operating with optimum finances.
  • My Customers included :- Bangor University,Coleg Cambria,Bets Cadwhalader University Health Board,Coleg Llandrillo.
  • I also did national contracts for The Filta Group,which included:-
  • McDonalds.Baxter Storey and KFC

Crane/Fork truck operator

Air Products UK Ltd
Wrexham, Wrexham
10.1986 - 08.2009

I was responsible for the movement of materials around the factory,whilst adhering to health and safety procedures and best practice.I also did pre use inspections of the machines.

  • Maintained clean and safe work environment for maximum productivity.
  • Conducted regular equipment checks for optimal operational conditions.
  • Upheld all health and safety regulations for risk reduction.
  • Completed work according to schedule, helping struggling team members as required to maintain smooth-running operations.
  • Supported health and safety by carefully operating machinery.
  • Consistently demonstrated best practices and conformance to company standards and safety regulations.
  • Strictly followed company safety regulations, eliminating workplace accidents and incidents.
  • Manually loaded, unloaded and manoeuvred bulky goods, safely lifting and transporting heavy loads.
  • Used appropriate protective gear to minimise risk of injury.
  • Lifted heavy weights using best moving and handling practices to avoid injury.
  • Replenished supplies to prevent downtime in production.
  • Operated machines to carry out [Type] operations.

Education

O level -

Bromfield High School
Wrexham
08.1975 - 05.1981

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Change implementation
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Business acumen
  • Rapport building
  • Compliance regulations
  • Cash handling
  • Business management
  • Supplier relations
  • Cash flow management
  • Client retention
  • Crisis handling
  • Budget planning
  • Product knowledge

Affiliations

  • Playing golf.I have been a member of Vale of Llangollen Golf Club for over 30yrs
  • Fishing
  • Walking

Timeline

Franchisee

Filtafry Plus
10.2009 - 06.2023

Crane/Fork truck operator

Air Products UK Ltd
10.1986 - 08.2009

O level -

Bromfield High School
08.1975 - 05.1981
Karl Williams