Robin Marriott
Newark on Trent,Nottinghamshire
Summary
Experienced transport and logistics professional with expertise in fleet maintenance scheduling, delivery time optimisation, and dispatch operations. Demonstrates strong capabilities in transport team management, driver allocation, and transportation scheduling, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to safety standards. Skilled in staff supervision, training and development, and customer service, with a proven ability to enhance dispatching efficiency and streamline supply chain processes. Proficient in GPS navigation systems, map reading, and critical decision-making to support seamless transport operations. Committed to maintaining high standards of transport safety awareness while driving continuous improvement within logistics frameworks.
With significant experience in transport and logistics management, bring robust understanding of transportation regulations and operational procedures. Capable of ensuring prompt and cost-effective delivery services through strategic coordination and team oversight. Proficient in implementing safety protocols, reducing downtime and enhancing overall productivity.
Experienced Transport Supervisor with knack for streamlining logistics operations and improving team performance. Boosted route efficiency and reduced delivery times through strategic planning and staff training. Known for fostering collaborative work environment, resulting in higher productivity and lower turnover rates.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Transport supervisor
GXO
Newark on Trent, Nottinghamshire
2024.09 - Current
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to maintain safety standards.
- Developed contingency plans to mitigate potential disruptions.
- Ensured timely deliveries by coordinating efficient transport schedules.
- Delivered consistent results by fostering a high-performance culture.
- Tracked delivery progress, ensured prompt service provision.
- Liaised with customers and other departments to plan timely transportation of goods.
- Managed transport operations to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Improved customer satisfaction with proactive communication strategies.
- Assisted with employee relations issues, addressing disciplinaries, grievances and absences.
Transport clerk
GXO
Newark on Trent, Nottinghamshire
2022.09 - 2024.09
- Maintained high safety standards with regular vehicle inspections.
- Implemented new filing system for improved record keeping.
- Conducted driver briefings to ensure safety compliance.
- Supported team members during peak periods, maintaining productivity levels.
- Coordinated warehouse activities, ensuring efficient utilisation of resources.
- Ensured timely delivery by planning optimal routes.
- Provided excellent customer service resolving complaints promptly.
- Checked vehicles regularly to ensure roadworthiness.
- Managed transport schedule for on-time delivery and optimised use of available resources.
- Despatched personnel and transport vehicles based on current demand and load requirements.
- Investigated and resolved issues with transport services.
- Made time-sensitive decisions to keep transport services running on-time and meet objectives.
Warehouse worker
Currys
Newark on Trent, Nottinghamshire
2011.01 - 2022.09
- Streamlined workflow by creating efficient goods organisation system.
- Handled customer returns professionally, ensuring satisfactory resolutions were reached.
- Assembled products efficiently, facilitating timely order fulfilment.
- Assisted in staff training to ensure operational efficiency.
- Kept warehouse clean, ensuring a safe working environment.
- Completed daily checklists to maintain warehouse cleanliness standards.
- Performed manual lifting tasks responsibly, minimising risk of injury on the job site.
- Conducted forklift operations for safe and timely transport of goods.
- Packed orders accurately to prevent damages during transit.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch teams to ensure prompt deliveries.
- Checked incoming shipments, verifying accuracy against invoices or orders.
- Loaded lorries to expedite delivery schedules.
- Followed health and safety guidelines with diligent use of protective gear.
- Picked and despatched high-volume orders accurately.
- Picked, packed and dispatched high-volume orders, consistently exceeding warehouse performance targets.
- Completed work following safety rules for best working practices.
- Loaded packaged goods on to trucks for shipping.
- Performed duties safely in line with warehouse rules, promoting best working practices.
- Attended shift briefings to understand work requirements.
- Minimised product damage, ensuring goods were correctly handled and stored to task specifications.
- Stacked cardboard boxes and pallets securely, minimising risks of damage and injury.
- Ensured picking documentation was completed correctly.
- Kept accurate stock records using warehouse inventory management software.
- Maintained clean, safe and orderly warehouse space.
- Prepared items for timely dispatch and safe transportation.
- Moved stock around by hand, using forklift truck or lifting gear.
- Received deliveries and helped to coordinate storage.
- Stored products in appropriate storage areas to maximise space within warehouse.
- Attended Health and Safety training to ensure consistent adherence to warehouse safety policies.
- Recorded number and quality of products, taking appropriate action of defective items.
- Carried out stock control and maintained quality standards high for audits.
- Communicated with all levels of staff, maintaining positive, productive working environments.
- Managed inventory control for seamless supply chain management.
Education
NVQ Level 1 - business
BTEC First Diploma
Lincoln, Lincolnshire 2010.09 - 2011.05
Skills
- Fleet maintenance scheduling
- Delivery time optimisation
- GPS navigation systems familiarity
- Dispatching efficiency
- Customer Service
- Dispatch operations
- Staff supervision
- Training and Development
- Driving licence
- Transport team management
- Transportation scheduling
- Critical decision making
- Map reading
- Driver allocation
- Transport safety awareness
- Supply chain process
- Driver briefings
- Maintenance scheduling
- Returns handling
Timeline
Transport supervisor
GXO
2024.09 - Current
Transport clerk
GXO
2022.09 - 2024.09
Warehouse worker
Currys
2011.01 - 2022.09
NVQ Level 1 - business
BTEC First Diploma
2010.09 - 2011.05