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Lianne Ray

Sutton Coldfield

Summary

Professional with extensive experience in trading, operations, and retail sales. Demonstrated expertise in team building, decision-making under pressure, and customer service management. Proven success in logistics troubleshooting and transport management systems, enhancing driver performance and operational efficiency.

Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Committed manager with exceptional leadership, organisational skills and communication abilities leads high-performing cross-functional teams. Leads projects, company operations and business growth.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work history

Transport Shift Manager

DHL
06.2023 - 09.2025
  • Oversaw daily transport operations to ensure compliance and efficiency in goods delivery.
  • Managed team performance through regular 1-2-1 meetings with drivers and office staff.
  • Troubleshot operational issues during shifts, escalating unresolved matters as necessary.
  • Ensured timely dispatch of vehicles through optimal routing and resource allocation.
  • Handled timesheets and resolved wage queries for drivers promptly.
  • Acted as first aid trained personnel to address emergencies effectively.
  • Served as super user for LNG gas tank management to enhance safety protocols.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by resolving transport-related complaints promptly.
  • Managed staff rosters ensuring optimal coverage during peak times.
  • Provided leadership during crisis situations, maintaining order amongst staff members.
  • Ensured punctuality of deliveries with stringent time management practices.
  • Educated teams on best practices to uplift speed and accuracy.
  • Have access to following systems: Microlise, Tachomaster, Logics, GTS, Kronos, Origami, Training, People place, FTS and MYHR.
  • Liaised with suppliers to negotiate contracts for the procurement of vehicles and equipment.
  • Assessed route plans, identifying opportunities for increased efficiency.
  • Maintained open lines of communication between drivers and dispatchers, thus increasing operational effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with other departmental managers to synchronise transportation activities effectively.
  • Coordinated shift handovers to ensure seamless operations.
  • Coordinated and managed allocation of drivers and vehicles to service network, guaranteeing efficient, accurate deliveries.

Transport Controller

DHL
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Briefed drivers on routes and debriefed upon return to ensure clarity.
  • Issued vehicles on traffic sheets, maintaining accurate timing updates for each route.
  • Coordinated BMW routes requiring customs clearance and arranged trailer collections for early routes.
  • Resolved driver inquiries and addressed customer issues effectively.
  • Checked drivers' ops13s for discrepancies, reporting defects as necessary.
  • Communicated with warehouse staff regarding trailer loading and tipping requirements.
  • Removed defective vehicles from service, ensuring operational safety and efficiency.
  • Analysed data to support cost understanding and enhance transport planning.
  • Organised extensive route plans for maximum efficiency of company resources.
  • Coordinated daily operations smoothly for successful fulfilment of business objectives.
  • Managed staffing rotas carefully, reducing instances of overtime significantly.
  • Handled emergency situations effectively, minimising disruptions to services.
  • Ensured timely transportation by efficiently coordinating drivers, vehicles, and routes.
  • Liaised with customers regularly to assess and meet their transport requirements.

Funeral Operative

Tamworth Co-Operative funeral services
12.2019 - 04.2023
  • Executed transport of deceased from hospitals, nursing homes, and private residences into care.
    Prepared deceased for family viewings and funerals through dressing and presentation.
    Conducted removal of deceased to HM coroners from branch location or during out-of-hours.
    Carried out first offices in mortuary, applying eye caps and performing mouth sutures.
    Extracted pacemakers and electronic devices prior to embalming.
    Confirmed identity of deceased before funerals and embalming activities.
    Occasionally supported embalmers with specific tasks when required.

Met deadlines by prioritising tasks effectively.

Emergency Medical Technician,

A4 Ambulance Service
05.2008 - 10.2013
  • Streamlined secure transport of patients to healthcare facilities and residences nationwide.
    Guaranteed delivery of crucial healthcare support throughout patient transfers.
    Supervised transport operations, concentrating on efficient route planning and crew management.
    Acted as key liaison for addressing client concerns and exploring new work opportunities.

Security officer/porter/ Desk supervisor

Good Hope Hospital
05.2005 - 05.2008
  • Ensured safety and wellbeing of staff, patients, and visitors within hospital premises, maintaining vigilance on all areas.

Education

GCSEs -

Fairfax Academy
Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham
09.2006 - /2011

Skills

  • Strong Team Building
  • One to One Development
  • Achieve deadlines
  • Worked in many roles across Trading and Operation
  • Retail sale experience
  • Customer service
  • Knowledge and work
  • Planning
  • Knowledge of transport management system
  • Strong customer focus
  • Ability to work in a busy environment
  • Strong communications skills
  • Effective decision making-under pressure
  • Logistics troubleshooting
  • Resilience and stamina
  • Vehicle maintenance understanding
  • Supply chain understanding
  • Dispatching experience
  • Logistical thinking
  • Adaptable to shift changes
  • Training and Development
  • Records management
  • Driving licence
  • Critical decision making
  • Driver performance management
  • Transportation scheduling
  • Delivery route planning
  • Map reading

References

  • Karen, Thompson, General Manager, 07776153972, A4 ambulance service, Rubery, B24 0LD
  • Margaret, McDonnell, Driving instructor, 07795070986, 12 Cross Street, Burntwood

Custom

I am a highly dedicated and motivated person, I enjoy learning new skills and talents, and thrive in doing so. I also like being able to pass any new skills on to anybody else that may need them. I have a can do attitude that I bring out in everything I do, and help to bring it out in others to. I possess good customer service in trying to provide whatever the customer or client may need or want, I learn fast and can use my own initiative. I work well as part of a team or as an individual.

Timeline

Transport Shift Manager

DHL
06.2023 - 09.2025

Transport Controller

DHL
04.2023 - 06.2023

Funeral Operative

Tamworth Co-Operative funeral services
12.2019 - 04.2023

Emergency Medical Technician,

A4 Ambulance Service
05.2008 - 10.2013

GCSEs -

Fairfax Academy
09.2006 - /2011

Security officer/porter/ Desk supervisor

Good Hope Hospital
05.2005 - 05.2008
Lianne Ray