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Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Affiliations
Braai (BBQ) and Rugby Coaching
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Ryszard Pitera

OPS / Shift Manager
Southport,Merseyside
Ryszard Pitera

Summary

At the helm of DHL's logistical operations, expertise in management and safety operation has been instrumental in successfully overseeing the NHS contract for over four years. Team's dedication to efficiency has enabled us to support vital supply chains, ensuring seamless deliveries and optimal stock management. With a background that includes managing multiple short-term contracts and providing robust support in the NHS supply chain, have honed a keen ability to navigate the fast-paced environment of logistics. Focus remains on fostering a collaborative workplace, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining a steadfast commitment to operational excellence. Results-oriented business leader with more than 10 years of experience in day-to-day business operations management. Effective liaison to key clients, accounts and external business stakeholders. Leverage trends across industries and markets to derive solutions and approaches focused on creating value for customers and profitability for company. Streamlines processes for efficiency and productivity. Well-versed in applying multi-faceted approach to managing safety, operations and productivity across multiple business lines. Merger and acquisitions specialist adept in creating seamless integration of new operations and businesses.

Overview

26
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
2
Languages

Work History

DHL
Skelmersdale, LAN

OPS / Shift Manager
3 2021 - Current

Job overview

OPS/Shift manager Skelmersdale-NHS (Project Ventura) - DHL supply chain (life sciences

  • Developed strong relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products while maintaining cost efficiencies.
  • Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
  • Managing picking and supporting inbound and outbound FLM's in temperature-controlled chamber
  • Health and safety management.
  • Legal register, daily finance .
  • Keeping our MHE fleet in compliance and our racking, SSOW compliant.
  • Supported contract start up and delivery of critical medical equipment to Nightingale Hospitals and NHSSC.
  • Supported start-up of NHS within 6 weeks and fully operational to continuously improving to providing life saving equipment.
  • Systemic work needed for warehouse environment.
  • Managing maintenance of all MHE to ensure smooth and safe operation.
  • Team calls with customers for daily updates and daily reports.
  • Assisting with ordering Consumables, helping set up spread sheet to make it easier for finance to order correct items
  • To expand on this, sourced new supplier as existing supplier was not able to meet our lead times.
  • Performing health and safety inspections across AM shift at first for3 shifts .
  • Supporting and putting away inbound loads of up to 20-30 loads day/400 pallets per shift at peak times in pandemic.
  • E commerce Polar speed orders averaging 2000 orders per day.
  • Briefing team every morning, managing our expectations of team in terms of workload, and always maintaining safety-first approach to get team engaged and vigilant to potential risk.
  • Allowing variety of tasks to allow for all team to gain experience in different roles.
  • Having one to ones with team on development and training.
  • OMS site.
  • Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
  • Strengthened performance metrics tracking and analysis to enhance tactical and strategic company plans.
  • Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
  • Adhered to company standards and compliance requirements for operations and cleanliness of areas.
  • Ensured strict adherence to safety guidelines, reducing workplace accidents and incidents significantly over time.
  • Assisted in budget preparation for department which led to better financial management throughout year.
  • Promoted positive work environment through open communication and constructive feedback.

DHL Supply Chain
Skelmersdale

FLM
04.2020 - 03.2021

Job overview

  • Support on NHS supply chain.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting

DHL
Skelmersdale, LAN

Manager of Operations
09.2019 - 03.2021

Job overview

  • Given opportunity to manage three short term contracts at DHL Skelmersdale .
  • Burton's M&S ,JDE coffee.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure elements.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining safe working environment for staff members.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, resulting in reduced costs and better quality products.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.

DHL Supply Chain

Team Leader
04.2016 - 04.2020

Job overview

  • Initiate process improvements by identifying service delivery gaps and offering solutions for same.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service
  • Increased customer satisfaction ratings by closely monitoring service quality standards and addressing any issues promptly

DHL Supply Chain
Skelmersdale, LAN

Warehouse Specialist
08.2015 - 04.2016

Job overview

  • Multiuser warehouse facility
  • Completed over 2000 customer orders each day in warehouse setting

Amazon Footwear
Durban, Kwa-zulu

Factory Manager
02.1998 - 09.2002

Job overview

  • Managing Staff of about 25 people.Setting out targets and hitting deadlines.
  • Stock control and Buyers duties.Maintaining machinery and informing directors of productivity standards.
  • Implemented quality control system to review products against technical specifications and corporate standards.
  • Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
  • Spearheaded product and process quality initiatives with full compliance to internal, industry and customer quality standards.
  • Researched latest industry trends and technologies, boosting knowledge and understanding of industrial production
  • Enhanced factory efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and optimizing production processes

Education

Ladysmith High School South Africa
Ladysmith South Africa

Some College (No Degree) from English, Afrikaans, Maths, Geography, Economics, Accountance
01.1991 - 04.1995

Skills

Warehouse Management Systems

Affiliations

-Lancashire rugby union.

Braai (BBQ) and Rugby Coaching

Coaching rugby for the last 12 years at volunteer bases and now coaching under 17's Ormskirk colts.

Braai is the Afrikaans word for BBQ.

Timeline

FLM

DHL Supply Chain
04.2020 - 03.2021

Manager of Operations

DHL
09.2019 - 03.2021

Team Leader

DHL Supply Chain
04.2016 - 04.2020

Warehouse Specialist

DHL Supply Chain
08.2015 - 04.2016

Factory Manager

Amazon Footwear
02.1998 - 09.2002

Ladysmith High School South Africa

Some College (No Degree) from English, Afrikaans, Maths, Geography, Economics, Accountance
01.1991 - 04.1995

OPS / Shift Manager

DHL
3 2021 - Current
Ryszard PiteraOPS / Shift Manager