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Phyllis Mwangi

Phyllis Mwangi

Wilstead, Bedford

Summary

Introduction; Target-driven Assistant Manager and HR Assistant with extensive expertise leading high-performing teams. Boosts profitability and company growth through motivational leadership, outstanding service and smooth operational management. Excels in coaching and development to achieve committed , driven service teams .

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Lead Assistant Manager

Amazon. co.uk Ltd services
Bedford, Bedfordshire
10.2021 - 04.2023
  • Leading a team of between 100-200 associates in day-to-day operational activities, insisting on high standards in safety, quality and productivity.
  • Tracking and improving key metrics and deliverables, demonstrating frugality and bias for action via shift planning.
  • Evaluated staff performance, implementing training and development programmes to maintain exceptional service levels.
  • Trained associates on best practices to achieve optimal productivity.
  • Worked with operations teams to develop action plans to increase performance and exceed department KPIs.
  • Responsible for shift Start-up briefs, Maintaining and communicating safety-related policies and procedures to associates, as well as ensuring that they are followed.
  • Delivered projects for department improvements and safety.
  • Managed team performance though coaching and feedbacks, and built relationships through fair job delegation and rotations.
  • Coordinated associate's cross-training as part of their development and engagement.

HR Assistant

Amazon.co.uk Ltd services , LTN7
Bedford -wotton, Bedfordshire
10.2019 - 09.2021
  • Supported senior HR Teams in launching new Fulfillment center.
  • Coached and supported operations teams and promoted conflict de-escalations and facilitated difficult conversations.
  • Improved business HR policies by guiding operations teams.
  • Worked alongside outside contractors such as cleaners, kitchen, engineering and security teams in ensuring their services were implemented to standards.
  • Provided headcount and other key metrics to operations teams.
  • Supported in note taking during grievous hearing meeting and supported associates in resolving internal queries.
  • Built networking relationships with other stake holders.
  • Supported and completed HR projects as raised by senior HR teams, while making sure all communications are delivered and are up to date.
  • Facilitated new hire on-boarding programmes by scheduling training initiatives, resolving issues and processing paperwork.
  • Conducted audits and collected data through CFAs (champion for associates) for new hires retention.

Lead Assistant Manager

Amazon.co.uk Ltd
09.2011 - 09.2019
  • Led performance reviews and tailored employee feedback to facilitate professional development.
  • Followed opening, closing and shift changeover procedures for seamless operations.
  • Promoted professionalism and effective communication among staff to develop productive relationships.
  • Implemented safe working methods and practices by conducting regular audits and workplace inspections.
  • Professionally handled difficult critical pull times and objections to maintain first-class customer service standards.
  • Led shifts and motivated team to drive deadlines and targets.
  • Implemented and documented standard operating procedures to comply with audit and safety requirements.
  • Mentored and equipped employees with up to date process knowledge to improve service delivery and productivity.


Trainer core Away Team

Amazon.co.uk Ltd
Peterborough, EUK5 Fulfiment center
02.2010 - 08.2011
  • Delivered a winning kaizen for process improvement and participated in launching a new fulfillment center in Peterborough (Amazon EUK5 FC).
  • Used my acquired knowledge to Support new operations teams in everyday running of other outbound functions including shipping and safety trainings.
  • Analysed training needs to determine learning styles and skills shortages.
  • Defined and documented learning outcomes to monitor program success.
  • Evaluated employee training outcomes to determine job readiness.
  • Monitored employee progress, offering feedback to management on additional training requirements.

Process Assistant/ problem solver

Amazon.co.uk Ltd
Bedford
01.2001 - 01.2010
  • Level 2 Problem solver/trainer for packing/ pick / shipping departments, responsible for unfulfilled customer shipments and, responding to inventory issues affecting customer shipments
  • Outlined problems and made proactive solutions to support quick resolution.
  • Networked with subject matter experts to gather outside advice on issues( rollout of new tools ).
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to reduce or eliminate unnecessary company expenses.
  • Defined problem to identify, prioritize CPT's ( critical pull times )and select alternatives, ensuring deadlines are met.
  • Analysed and understood situations to develop action plans.

Food security Monitor/logistics

United Nations
kakuma- Turkana ,kenya , Kenya
01.1996 - 01.2000
  • FSM [Food security monitor] Kenya/Sudan/Somalia border, Field work for world Food Programme as a food security monitor gathering information required by decision makers in food distribution for Aid.
  • Enforced established logistics standards to protect consignment from damage or theft.
  • Shared humanitarian information with other aid organizations such as Red cross/ Médecins Sans Frontiers / Unicef, and issued early warnings to local governments before humanitarian crisis.
  • Adjusted pick-up and delivery schedules with changing consignment volumes.


Customer Care Representative

The Village Market Nairobi
Nairobi
01.1994 - 01.1996


  • Advised management of customer service trends, creating proactive strategies to maintain best practices.
  • Handled requests with friendly, knowledgeable service and support, continually achieving positive customer feedback.
  • Established positive relationships with clients by going extra mile to build rapport.
  • Updating management team on security issues while maintaining manageable crowd levels.

Education

Certificates in Counseling Skills - 2021(ongoing) -

Central Bedfordshire College

BSc (Honours) - Psychology

Open University
Milton Keynes
05.2015 - 07.2020

IT skills - word processing /Excel

Bedford College
Bedford
02.2003 - 02.2004

Diploma - community Development

KISWCD [Kenya institute of social work & community development
Nairobi
01.1995 - 11.1997

GCSEs - maths /English & literature/ social studies

Kiairathe Secondary School
Murang'a
01.1991 - 10.1994

Skills

  • Team supervision
  • Key Performance Indicator (KPI) management
  • Employee coaching and mentorship
  • Customer relationship management
  • Process improvement
  • Team development strategies
  • High performance reward schemes
  • Employee retention strategies
  • Employee performance reviews
  • Resource allocation
  • Excellent communicator
  • Line management
  • Incident investigation
  • Company policy compliance
  • Employee training
  • Report writing
  • Inventory control
  • Strong problem solver
  • Procedure improvement
  • Staff development
  • Staff recruitment and retention

Languages

English
Fluent

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Lead Assistant Manager

Amazon. co.uk Ltd services
10.2021 - 04.2023

HR Assistant

Amazon.co.uk Ltd services , LTN7
10.2019 - 09.2021

BSc (Honours) - Psychology

Open University
05.2015 - 07.2020

Lead Assistant Manager

Amazon.co.uk Ltd
09.2011 - 09.2019

Trainer core Away Team

Amazon.co.uk Ltd
02.2010 - 08.2011

IT skills - word processing /Excel

Bedford College
02.2003 - 02.2004

Process Assistant/ problem solver

Amazon.co.uk Ltd
01.2001 - 01.2010

Food security Monitor/logistics

United Nations
01.1996 - 01.2000

Diploma - community Development

KISWCD [Kenya institute of social work & community development
01.1995 - 11.1997

Customer Care Representative

The Village Market Nairobi
01.1994 - 01.1996

GCSEs - maths /English & literature/ social studies

Kiairathe Secondary School
01.1991 - 10.1994

Certificates in Counseling Skills - 2021(ongoing) -

Central Bedfordshire College
Phyllis Mwangi