Oliver Dunne
Dromore,Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon
Summary
Experienced Logistics Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the retail industry & FMCG Logistics. Skilled in working with teams large and small with a strong leadership style. Extremely driven in self improvement and always rising to new challenges. I am organised and efficient and have always achieved my professional goals. I am customer focused with the ability to build strong relationships.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Regional Logistics Manager
Lidl Northern Ireland
Antrim, Antrim and Newtownabbey
09.2024 - Current
- As Good In manager I am responsible for the receipt of 11,000 to 13,000 pallets per week.
- Managing a team of 52 including 3 Deputy Logistics Managers, 4 Logistics Process Administrators and 45 Operatives over a 24hr day.
- Responsible for all reach truck movements and operating
- Managing and reporting of department KPI's such as operative performance, department & warehouse productivity, unpicked items, regional missing items, Time slot management of hauliers.
- Management and driving a culture of health and safety.
- Management of HACCP and all cold chain reporting for Goods In
- Responsible for Quality checks and freshness of stock in logistics.
- Achieved streamlined inventory process by implementing efficient management systems.
- Responsible for warehouse inventory. Working towards and achieving YE 24/25 target of 0.01% inventory difference against regional turnover.
- Key logistics representative on the regional stock loss team. This involved working with all departments within the organisation on stock loss projects and inventory management and reporting to the Director team weekly.
- Using EWM/SAP and other inventory tools to investigate all inventory differences in logistics,
- Managed Inter Company Transfers. This involved management of stock between all RDC's in IE/ NI.
- Managed stock held in external storage locations. Organised transport for Goods Out & In. Reported on stock levels across 3 locations.
- Coordinator of systems testing. This involved testing any EWM system developments in a Q system, approving test cases or advising on any further developments before release into the live EWM system. This involved working alongside international colleges and consultants across Europe & America to ensure stability over major updates.
- Key member of strategic planning for Lidl Northern Ireland logistics team resulting in the most productive Lidl EWM warehouse in the Lidl Group.
Despatch Manager
Avondale Foods
Lurgan, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Coordinated loading and unloading of vehicles with minimal delay at distribution points.
- Maintained clean and accurate records of transport activities.
- Kept transport operations in compliance with shipping regulations for chilled goods
- Arranged reliable and smooth passenger services to maximise customer loyalty.
- Updated load manifests with required details for regional, national and international transport.
- Monitored shipment times and trends of different services to identify areas of deficiency and potential improvements.
- Made time-sensitive decisions to keep transport services running on-time and meet objectives.
- Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Expertly handled employee conflicts in line with company procedures, addressing issues and preventing recurrence.
- Oversaw staff training, addressing knowledge and skills gaps to maximise work quality and efficiency.
- Managed seasonal recruitment by screening candidates, conducting interviews and coordinating comprehensive onboarding process.
- Reduced waste from average of 400kg per week to 50kg per month.
- Achieved a department service level of 99.8% daily.
- Improved M&S TEL score from 7% to less that 2% for daily receiving.
- I was key in developing and going live with new warehouse management system within the organisation.
Deputy Logistics Manager
Lidl Northern Ireland
Antrim, Antrim and Newtownabbey
06.2013 - 04.2023
- I have experience in all aspects of logistics as i have progressed through Transport, Operations, Process & Goods In departments in management roles.
- I have established excellent relationships with my teams and customers throughout my different roles. I always conduct myself in a professional manner and aim to build relationships.
- Analysed operational performance and implemented plans to attain organisational and financial goals.
- Led and managed projects to support logistics efforts and plans.
- Extensive experience in using, developing and implementing warehouse management systems, particularly SAP EWM.
- Experience in managing teams ranging from small projects to large warehouses. In my operational role i was responsible for a team of 80 operatives.
- Experienced in personnel planning. I was responsible for rota planning and managing holiday entitlements for all warehouse employees.
- Trained and experienced in managing employee performance and conflict issues.
- Experienced in recruitment campaigns, interviewing and onboarding.
Outdoor pursuits instructor
Share Centre
Lisnaskea
09.2001 - 11.2010
- Taught physical education principles covering exercise strategies, sports and safety.
- Cultivated positive relationships with participants by interacting with groups during classes.
- Kept meticulous records of programme participant data, payment and attendance.
- Demonstrated techniques in a hands-on environment using industry equipment, materials and technologies.
- Tailored activities to participant needs and abilities, prioritising group activities that brought individuals together.
- Enforced safety protocols and activity rules to reduce risks.
- Conducted skill assessments and uncovered performance gaps.
- Monitored student progress and delivered constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Registered new students, planned class time tables and maintained resources and learning tools for use of students.
- Provided safe, caring and fun learning environment for students and participants.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Sciences
University Of Ulster
Belfast 09.2009 - 06.2012
Logistics Level 5 - Logistics
City & Guilds
Belfast 09.2016 - 09.2017
Skills
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Inventory Management
- Communication skills
- Team building
- Leadership
- SAP EWM
- D365
- Customs compliance
- Supply chain management
- Excel proficiency
- Logical reasoning
Timeline
Regional Logistics Manager
Lidl Northern Ireland
09.2024 - Current
Despatch Manager
Avondale Foods
05.2023 - 09.2024
Logistics Level 5 - Logistics
City & Guilds
09.2016 - 09.2017
Deputy Logistics Manager
Lidl Northern Ireland
06.2013 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sports Sciences
University Of Ulster
09.2009 - 06.2012
Outdoor pursuits instructor
Share Centre
09.2001 - 11.2010