Matthew Mills
Telford,Shropshire
Summary
Detail-oriented warehouse and inventory specialist with strong expertise in efficiency management, stock flow coordination and inventory optimisation. Adept at using inventory tracking software to ensure accurate reporting, quality control and timely faulty stock resolution while maintaining strict safety compliance and ethical sustainability practices. Recognised for decisive decision-making proficiency under pressure, proactive conflict resolution and time-conscious organisation that support cost efficiency management and continuous improvement of warehouse layout optimisation. Seeking to contribute these strengths to a role focused on operational excellence and process improvement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work history
Powder coater
Secal Sheet Metal
Telford, West Midlands
2024.06 - 2026.03
- Addressed minor repair works independently thus saving time and resources.
- Managed waste disposal responsibly following environmental guidelines,.
- Maintained clean workspace, improving productivity and safety.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
- Ensured proper curing of coated items in oven to create durable finish.
- Operated machinery to apply powder coat evenly across products.
- Hung parts on line efficiently, maintaining work flow during shifts.
- Prepared surfaces for coating to ensure optimal adhesion and durability.
- Adhered strictly to production schedules, meeting project deadlines consistently.
- Followed all health and safety regulations whilst in production area.
Delivery Manager
Next retail
Telford, West Midlands
2017.10 - 2024.06
- Fostered a positive work environment leading to increased employee morale and productivity.
- Collaborated successfully with sales teams for getting stock correct places as quick as possible
- Enhanced efficiency by managing inventory levels strategically.
- Implemented quality control measures for ensuring all stock is away and prepared correctly.
- Showcased exceptional leadership skills when guiding teams during high-pressure situations leading to successful outcomes.
- Streamlined delivery operations by implementing efficiency within delivery procedures.
- Trained new employees regarding company policies, procedures, and standards in processing deliveries.
- Identified and managed risks to limit time and budget impacts.
- Educated teams on best practices to uplift speed and accuracy.
- Conducted regular team meetings to improve communication and coordination amongst staff members.
Delivery manager
Next Retail
Telford, West Midlands
2007.05 - 2015.06
- Demonstrated problem-solving abilities when dealing with unexpected circumstances ie unexpected size of delivery
- Trained new employees regarding company policies, procedures, and standards in processing stock.
- Showcased exceptional leadership skills when guiding teams during high-pressure situations leading to successful outcomes.
- Coordinated effectively with suppliers to ensure timely procurement of materials.
- Conducted regular team meetings to improve communication and coordination amongst staff members.
- Streamlined delivery operations by implementing efficient stock processes.
- Enhanced efficiency by managing inventory levels strategically.
- Collaborated successfully with sales teams for coordinating stock getting to right areas as quickly as possible.
- Fostered a positive work environment leading to increased employee morale and productivity.
Education
GCSEs - English. Maths. Science. Geography. PE.
Phoenix
Telford, Telford and Wrekin 1996.07 - 1996.07
Skills
- Efficiency management
- Decision-Making proficiency
- Stock flow coordination
- Inventory tracking software proficiency
- Resilience under stress
- Time-Conscious organisation
- Proactive conflict resolution
- Ethical sustainability practices
- Decisive under pressure
- Cost efficiency management
- Initiative in improving processes
- Inventory optimisation
- Warehouse layout optimization
- Time management mastery
- Accurate reporting
- Safety compliance
- Quality Control
- Faulty stock resolution
Timeline
Powder coater
Secal Sheet Metal
2024.06 - 2026.03
Delivery Manager
Next retail
2017.10 - 2024.06
Delivery manager
Next Retail
2007.05 - 2015.06
GCSEs - English. Maths. Science. Geography. PE.
Phoenix
1996.07 - 1996.07