Paul Stead
Grimsby,Lincolnshire
Summary
Dynamic professional with expertise in project management, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills and decision-making abilities, ensuring effective change management and budget oversight. Committed to driving organisational success through strategic initiatives and collaborative efforts.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work history
Lead retail project manager
Tesco
Remote, North of England
05.2024 - 12.2025
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, and resources, facilitating smooth execution.
- Facilitated regular team meetings and stakeholder updates, fostering open communication and collaborative problem-solving.
- Coordinated with clients to define project objectives and requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members, building a culture of trust and cooperation.
- Streamlined communication channels between project teams and external partners, improving coordination and project cohesiveness.
Store Manager
Tesco
Multiple stores
01.2018 - 04.2024
- Managed store budget, controlling expenses to ensure financial targets were met.
- Managed day-to-day store operations, including stock levels, staff rotas, and customer service standards.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, setting objectives and targets for individual team members.
- Leading the store team to deliver all KPIs.
- Setting a culture support colleague confidence, capability and growth.
Senior Fresh Food Lead Manager
Tesco
Gainsborough
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Led team of 50+ staff, overseeing daily operations and driving performance through targeted coaching.
- Kept department on-target to meet sales and profit objectives by minimising waste and pursuing revenue generation opportunities.
- Championed company values, leading by example and inspiring staff to achieve excellence.
Deputy Store Manager
Tesco
Brigg
02.2015 - 12.2016
- Oversaw entire stock management process, including receiving incoming merchandise, shelf replenishment and shrinkage control.
- Managed day-to-day store operations, including stock levels, staff rotas, and customer service standards.
- Managed daily operations, supervising staff performance and delegating tasks to maintain store standards.
Department Manager Roles
TESCO
Multiple stores
01.2005 - 12.2013
- During my time at Tesco, I developed in various manager roles. I have stepped out of my comfort to manage areas I knew little about but continued lead a team to deliver.
- Held various line manager roles across Tesco.
- Held one to one consultation with general assistants to move hours, not a single GA had to be taken through the full consultation to reach a move of hours.
- Receiving 2 exceed annual reviews for going above and beyond in my role.
- Developing 2 Customer Assistants, helping them exceed in their role and becoming Team Managers, with my guidance and coaching.
Education
City and Guilds L1/2 - Advanced plumbing and pipe fitting
Grimsby College
Grimsby, UK 01.2001 -
Tech GCSE - English, Maths, Science
Hereford Tech
Grimsby, UK 01.1999 - undefined
Skills
- Project management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- Budget oversight
- Decision making
- Change management
References
Available upon request
Affiliations
- I am married to my wife Rachel who has been my term partner for 26 years. Together we have three son's Bailey (22), Tyler (19), & Harley (17). We adore family holidays together and getting out for long walks with our Boarder Collie Marlie. I enjoy most sports but have a real passion for football & snooker and try to play a couple of evenings a week. I am a keen foodie and like to get in the kitchen as often as possible and be creative making some great dishes. In general I am a pretty easy going person who loves the simple pleasures in life and has real passion for a good work life balance.
Timeline
Lead retail project manager
Tesco
05.2024 - 12.2025
Store Manager
Tesco
01.2018 - 04.2024
Senior Fresh Food Lead Manager
Tesco
01.2016 - 12.2018
Deputy Store Manager
Tesco
02.2015 - 12.2016
Department Manager Roles
TESCO
01.2005 - 12.2013
City and Guilds L1/2 - Advanced plumbing and pipe fitting
Grimsby College
01.2001 -
Tech GCSE - English, Maths, Science
Hereford Tech
01.1999 - undefined