Michael Flynn
Glenavy,Antrim and Newtownabbey
Summary
Accomplished professional specializing in process improvement and development, with proven skills in performance monitoring and budget control. Expertise in team empowerment and people development drives organizational success through strategic initiatives. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and supporting career growth in dynamic environments. Experience includes roles as Lead Manager, Store Manager, Area Manager, and Business Support team member across various retailers.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Operations Development Manager
Tesco
Northern Ireland
2024.01 - Current
- Developed comprehensive training programmes which significantly enhanced team skill sets.
- Oversaw the successful delivery of key projects, ensuring adherence to established timelines and budgets.
- Enhanced operational efficiency with the implementation of innovative management strategies.
- Established effective communication channels, fostering strong relationships amongst cross-functional teams.
- Orchestrated change management initiatives to enhance organisational culture and increase employee engagement.
- Drove digital transformation efforts leading towards increased operational efficiency.
- Implemented cost-effective solutions for enhancing profitability without compromising quality standards.
- Worked closely with executive leadership, providing insightful inputs on strategy formulation.
- Coordinated resource allocation efforts to maximise utilisation across multiple projects.
- Promoted knowledge sharing initiatives to strengthen collective understanding within the organisation.
- Planned team development according to current skillsets and potential growth areas.
- Identified training needs and implemented coaching to bridge knowledge and skill gaps.
- Evaluated project progress and implemented tactics to achieve growth targets.
- Developed managers to improve their abilities to coach and mentor their reports.
Productivity Manager / Business Finance Manager
Tesco
Northern Ireland
2012.03 - 2024.01
- Managed timely and accurate financial reporting to enable informed decision-making.
- Directed budgeting and forecasting activities to align financial goals with organisational objectives.
- Enhanced company profitability with strategic budget planning.
- Created and presented accurate, detailed financial forecasts.
- Developed accurate sales forecasts for improved strategic planning.
- Led forecasting exercises to anticipate future business needs.
- Forecasted trends and interpreted cash flows to reliably inform business decisions.
- Implemented cost reduction measures, achieving significant overhead savings.
- Reduced operational costs by implementing cost-saving strategies.
- Optimised resource allocation for increased profits.
- Implemented cost-control measures, optimising expenditure within budgetary constraints.
- Piloted change management initiatives successfully improving organisational adaptability.
- Coordinated cross-departmental collaboration to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Boosted department efficiency by streamlining operational processes.
- Supervised project timelines for timely completion.
- Delegated tasks efficiently to maximise productivity.
- Facilitated staff training, resulting in better customer service.
- Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
- Investigated issues affecting group operations, prepared reports and helped correct problems.
- Maintained KPI reporting tools for accurate, up-to-date financial data for decision-making.
- Delivered regular management reporting and supervised quarterly tax calendar.
- Administered payroll processes for accurate, timely salary disbursements.
- Worked to scale and enhance finance function, implementing new processes and refining existing ones.
- Served as finance business partner to drive strategic business decisions.
- Managed daily finance services for smooth business operations.
- Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
- Enforced safety regulations to reduce workplace accidents.
Night Lead Manager
Tesco
Knocknagoney & Newtownbreda
2006.09 - 2012.03
- Set challenging targets, driving the team towards achieving them efficiently.
- Optimised resource allocation to maximise productivity while maintaining quality standards.
- Coordinated with various departments to ensure seamless workflow operations.
- Facilitated team meetings to improve communication and strengthen collaboration.
- Fostered a positive work environment, promoting high employee morale.
- Encouraged open dialogue within the team, fostering a sense of unity and cooperation.
- Maintained strict adherence to company policies whilst ensuring employee compliance.
Education
HNC - Retail and Marketing
BIFHE
Ormeau Embankment 1994.09 - 1995.06
Skills
- Process Improvement
- Process development
- Performance monitoring
- Budget control
- Team empowerment
- People development
Affiliations
- I have two children aged eleven and nine so my hobbies are pretty much what they are involved in. This ranges from Judo , performing art , Irish Dancing to football.... never a dull moment !
Timeline
Operations Development Manager
Tesco
2024.01 - Current
Productivity Manager / Business Finance Manager
Tesco
2012.03 - 2024.01
Night Lead Manager
Tesco
2006.09 - 2012.03
HNC - Retail and Marketing
BIFHE
1994.09 - 1995.06