Katie Ryan
7 Mimosa Close, Elton, Chester,Cheshire
Summary
Results driven Team Leader with proven expertise in people development, operational management, and conflict resolution. Skilled in inventory control, logistics planning, and KPI management to optimise efficiency and reduce costs. Adept at fostering collaboration, aligning workplace culture with organisational values, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Strong communicator and facilitator with a commitment to health & safety compliance and strategic problem solving to achieve business objectives.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work history
Stores Team Leader
Encirc
Chester
07.2023 - Current
- Led day-to-day operations for stores supporting two 24/7 manufacturing plants, ensuring uninterrupted material flow.
- Oversaw inventory management, goods receipting, dispatch, and customs clearance in compliance with SOPs and audit standards.
- Managed stock accuracy through SAP and KPI monitoring; implemented space optimization strategies for efficiency.
- Controlled budgets and prepared business cases while driving cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.
- Directed team scheduling, training, and performance management to meet operational and safety objectives.
- Collaborated with suppliers and internal stakeholders to streamline procurement and logistics processes.
- Led stock reduction and obsolescence programs, improving inventory turnover and freeing up capital.
- Ensured health, safety, and environmental compliance through audits, risk assessments, and continuous improvement activities.
Raw Material Controller
Encirc
Chester
01.2017 - 07.2023
- Managed end-to-end raw material supply for multi-site operations (Elton & Derrylin), ensuring continuous flow and adapting to campaign changes.
- Performed monthly stock reconciliations, inventory counts, and system updates to maintain accuracy.
- Scheduled cargo shipments via ships and trains; managed customs compliance and import documentation.
- Controlled budgets and created purchase orders in SAP, integrating with third-party systems (Weighbridge).
- Analysed large datasets, developed dashboards and KPI scorecards, and automated processes to improve efficiency.
- Led SAP initiatives as key user, including AS400 to SAP migration and SAP S4 Hana upgrade; provided training and testing support.
- Negotiated pricing and managed supplier relationships; championed continuous improvement and process optimisation.
- Delivered stakeholder presentations and training materials; created SAP tutorial videos for company-wide use.
Storekeeper
Encirc
Chester
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Checked, received, and accurately located new and replacement stock to maintain inventory integrity.
- Conducted regular stock checks, reconciled discrepancies, and updated systems to ensure accurate records.
- Issued goods to employees and receipted repaired items to maintain correct stock levels.
- Resolved invoice and purchase order queries promptly to support smooth operations.
- Investigated and resolved weighbridge issues; provided training and ongoing support to operators.
- Acted as SAP key user for Materials Management and Raw Materials during migration; delivered daily support, training, and fully documented procedures.
- Troubleshot SAP issues post–go-live and implemented process improvements for raw material management.
- Performed month-end stock reviews and reconciliations for onsite and offsite stores; continuously streamlined SAP processes for efficiency.
IT Systems Engineer
Quinn Glass
Chester
01.2004 - 06.2013
- Delivered IT support for 8+ years, building strong user relationships and providing high-quality customer service.
- Provided technical support for on-site and remote users, covering PCs, servers, printers, networks, and vendor-specific hardware/software.
- Managed WAN/LAN connectivity, maintained Nortel switches, monitored network links, and performed equipment patching.
- Oversaw IT equipment purchasing decisions and logged support requests using call management systems.
- Maintained telephony systems, broadband lines, wireless routers, and access control systems; led projects such as dual swipe barrier installation and biometric time clock upgrades.
- Supported video conferencing equipment, implemented file permissions, and configured desktops, laptops, and servers.
- Delivered IT induction and Office 365 training for new starters; acted as primary contact for third-party IT suppliers.
- Managed Active Directory accounts, email setup, and group security policies; designed Logopak pallet barcode labels.
- Experienced in MS Active Directory, Windows XP/7, Windows Server 2003/2007, MS Office 365 (admin), Lotus Notes, and Domino Administrator.
Education
BTEC National Diploma in IT Applications - IT
West Cheshire College
ChesterGCSEs -
Helsby High School
Helsby, CheshireTraining
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Team leadership, people development, and conflict resolution
- Inventory and stock control, logistics planning, and supply chain collaboration
- Budget management, cost control, and financial analysis
- Process improvement, efficiency optimization, and KPI management
- Health & Safety compliance and risk assessment
- Customer service and resourcefulness
Affiliations
- Learning new skills, reading and socialising with friends
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Stores Team Leader
Encirc
07.2023 - Current
Raw Material Controller
Encirc
01.2017 - 07.2023
Storekeeper
Encirc
01.2014 - 01.2017
IT Systems Engineer
Quinn Glass
01.2004 - 06.2013
BTEC National Diploma in IT Applications - IT
West Cheshire College
GCSEs -
Helsby High School
Training