Sajath Iqbal
Leicester,United Kingdom
Summary
Operational leader with extensive experience in high‑volume production and warehouse operations, driving efficiency and developing high‑performing teams. Skilled in lean methodologies, workflow optimisation, and data‑driven decision‑making. Strong track record of improving productivity, maintaining high safety and hygiene standards, and leading teams through continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in WMS and automated systems, with a commitment to operational excellence and a safety‑first culture.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Production Team leader
AMFresh
Alconbury, Cambridgeshire
2025.02 - Current
- Operated production lines to fulfil daily orders efficiently.
- Ensured products were produced and packaged safely.
- Supported and motivated team members to achieve targets.
- Collaborated with quality and technical teams to uphold standards.
- Monitored health and safety practices and reported hazards.
- Managed general operatives to adhere to line standards.
- Assisted in training new starters, including junior line leaders.
- Completed daily administrative tasks to track targets and report issues.
Control Room Manager
Asda/GXO
Sherburn in Elmet
2023.09 - 2025.01
- Managed automated warehouse operations using advanced WMS dashboards, real‑time alerts, and system analytics.
- Optimised automation workflows, routing logic, and exception handling to maximise throughput and minimise downtime.
- Led and coached the control room team, ensuring high performance, rapid response, and accurate communication.
- Developed automated alert systems, escalation procedures, and contingency protocols to protect operational continuity.
- Collaborated with engineering and IT to resolve system faults, enhance automation reliability, and improve workflow accuracy.
Warehouse First Line Manager
ASOS/GXO
Lichfield
2021.09 - 2023.08
- Led high‑performing teams in a fast‑paced, high‑volume warehouse environment, consistently achieving productivity, quality, and service targets.
- Drove continuous improvement using lean principles to optimise workflows and reduce waste.
- Ensured full compliance with Health & Safety standards through audits, coaching, and a strong safety‑first culture.
- Utilised WMS and automated handling technologies to improve accuracy and streamline processes.
- Managed staffing, performance, and absence in line with operational forecasts.
- Analysed KPIs to identify issues and implement corrective actions to protect delivery performance.
Warehouse Team Leader
Clipper
Rugby
2019.01 - 2021.09
- Lead warehouse team, enhancing efficiency and safety protocols.
- Implemented data-driven stock control methods, analysed workflow patterns and developed solutions for bottlenecks. Enhanced team productivity through strategic scheduling.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, fostered positive workplace culture and mentored new staff members. Maintained strong relationships with suppliers and internal departments.
- Pioneered new storage layout system, introduced mobile scanning technology and developed efficient picking strategies to reduce order fulfilment time.
Education
Masters - Renewable Energy Engineering
Kingston University
Kingston 2018.09 - 2019.09
Bachelor’s - Mechatronics Engineering
SRM University
India 2013.06 - 2018.06
Skills
- Leadership and team development
- Coaching and motivation
- Operational excellence
- Process optimization
- Health and safety compliance
- Hygiene standards maintenance
- KPI and performance management
- Data-driven productivity improvement
- Warehouse systems and automation
- Workflow optimization
Timeline
Production Team leader
AMFresh
2025.02 - Current
Control Room Manager
Asda/GXO
2023.09 - 2025.01
Warehouse First Line Manager
ASOS/GXO
2021.09 - 2023.08
Warehouse Team Leader
Clipper
2019.01 - 2021.09
Masters - Renewable Energy Engineering
Kingston University
2018.09 - 2019.09
Bachelor’s - Mechatronics Engineering
SRM University
2013.06 - 2018.06