Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
References
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Kirsten Yeomans

Gosport,Hampshire

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong foundation in effective communication skills, interpersonal engagement, patience, and empathy. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving ability, ensuring efficient resolution of challenges. Committed to leveraging these core competencies to foster positive interactions and achieve organisational goals.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Managing Director / Business Owner

Data Day Shredding Ltd
Greater Manchester, Lancashire
09.2016 - 03.2025

Managed daily operations of Confidential Shredding company to ensure efficiency.

Liaised with customers to process booking requests promptly.

Scheduled drivers' routes and collection times for optimal logistics.

Organised maintenance of machinery and vehicles to uphold safety standards.

Oversaw accounts, invoicing, and payment follow-ups to maintain cash flow.

Business Development Manager

Stor-a-File Ltd
Leicester, Leicestershire
05.2014 - 09.2016
  • Assessed competitor activities to guide strategic positioning decisions.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing queries promptly.
  • Coordinated sales and logistics operations to ensure optimal efficiency.
  • Managed daily operations of shredding department for improved workflow.

Operations / Sales Manager

Premier Shredding Ltd
Southampton, Hampshire
06.2007 - 04.2014

Secured long-term client commitments through negotiation of lucrative contracts.

  • Managed key accounts, ensuring consistent revenue generation.
  • Optimised logistics and collection scheduling to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Achieved improved bottom-line results via meticulous budget control.

Mother tongue teaching assistance

Various Schools in Italy
Grosetto, Italy, Tuscany
02.1994 - 04.2006

Delivered English language instruction to children aged five and older, alongside adults of all ages.

Focused on enhancing pronunciation skills through targeted exercises and constructive feedback.

  • Adapted teaching methods to suit diverse age groups and individual learning styles.

Education

CSEs - General Education

Deanery Secondary School
Southampton
09.1975 - 07.1978

CILS & CELTAS - Teaching English

Siena Open University
Italy
03.1997 - 06.1998

Skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal engagement

Patience and empathy

Problem-solving ability

Languages

Italian
Fluent

Affiliations

  • Gardening, swimming, travelling and walking

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Managing Director / Business Owner

Data Day Shredding Ltd
09.2016 - 03.2025

Business Development Manager

Stor-a-File Ltd
05.2014 - 09.2016

Operations / Sales Manager

Premier Shredding Ltd
06.2007 - 04.2014

CILS & CELTAS - Teaching English

Siena Open University
03.1997 - 06.1998

Mother tongue teaching assistance

Various Schools in Italy
02.1994 - 04.2006

CSEs - General Education

Deanery Secondary School
09.1975 - 07.1978
Kirsten Yeomans