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Salar Tariq

Operations Manager
Leicester, U.K
Salar Tariq

Summary

Exceptional Operations Manager focused on successful team building, cost-cutting and operational improvements. Determined to cut costs without impacting quality of products and services. Reliable team player committed to building high-performing teams.

Overview

16
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Amazon

Ops Manager
07.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Overseeing the largest Non-Con (IB & OB) operation and cross-dock operations within the network, ensuring Health and Safety standards, resource management, and operational excellence.
  • Managed and developed teams, providing leadership and ongoing training to drive high performance.
  • Maintained Health and Safety standards, fostering a barrier-free environment for associates.
  • Resolved resource, capacity, and stock issues, aligning operations with business requirements.
  • Drove business metrics achievement and identified cost-saving opportunities.
  • Championed engagement through various initiatives, improving team engagement.

Amazon

Area Manager
09.2020 - 06.2021

Job overview

  • Supported the launch of UUK3-UFF, optimized labor planning, and improved site performance through cross-functional collaboration.
  • Supported the launch of UUK3-UFF, collaborating with various stakeholders.
  • Optimized labor planning and reduced site costs by 27% through data-driven decisions.
  • Collaborated with HR, marketing, and recruitment to double weekly order volume.
  • Spearheaded engagement initiatives, achieving the BEST connection score in the UK.
  • Launched the Associate Forum to represent all associates across shifts.

Amazon

Program Manager
11.2017 - 09.2020

Job overview

  • Implemented QR codes, reducing DP check-in fraud by 250bps.
  • Launched the Gatekeeper project, improving FOND by 61% and POND by 54%.
  • Led WW SDS policy overhaul, resulting in quality metric improvements.
  • Managed EU 100% flex sites and initiated various projects for improvement.
  • Enhanced driver experience through process improvements.
  • Managed Prime-Now delivery partners, achieving 1200% growth in weekly throughput.
  • Owned quality metrics for 100% flex sites and conducted regular performance reviews.
  • Implemented projects targeting FOND/POND and driver experience improvements.

Amazon

Area Manager
07.2015 - 11.2017

Job overview

  • Managed labor planning, site operations, and expansions, achieving safety, quality, and cost-saving goals.
  • Owned labor planning, sales forecasting, and continuous improvement calls.
  • Managed PrimeNow FC & Logistic HUB, doubling customer orders.
  • Led the launch of Chilled & Frozen, expanded business, and improved safety.
  • Optimized transport networks, saving £800,000 annually.
  • Achieved over 96% availability for the PrimeNow network
  • Acted as POC & SME for site launches and site bin configurations.

The Co-operative Group

Store Manager – (Acting Area Manager)
08.2008 - 07.2015

Job overview

  • Managed two stores with a total annual revenue of £6 million, exceeding sales targets.
  • Achieved "Manager of the Year 2012" for surpassing sales budgets by £90k compared to the previous year.
  • Maintained consistently high audit scores (Customer Exit Store 92% YTD, Mystery Shopper 98% YTD) in both stores through data-driven improvements.

Select, U.K Rail

Unit Manager, Service Partner
05.2007 - 08.2008

Job overview

  • Led two branches at Leamington-Spa Train Station, motivating teams for food preparation.
  • Addressed staffing issues, conducted appraisals, and improved performance.
  • Increased sales and efficiency while managing stock levels and controlling key financial criteria for net profit.

Education

COVENTRY UNIVERSITY
UK

MBA from Engineering Management
09.2005 - 12.2006

V.Technical University
India

Bachelor Degree from Computer Engineering Technology
06.2001 - 08.2005

Skills

    Team Management

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Timeline

Ops Manager

Amazon
07.2021 - Current

Area Manager

Amazon
09.2020 - 06.2021

Program Manager

Amazon
11.2017 - 09.2020

Area Manager

Amazon
07.2015 - 11.2017

Store Manager – (Acting Area Manager)

The Co-operative Group
08.2008 - 07.2015

Unit Manager, Service Partner

Select, U.K Rail
05.2007 - 08.2008

COVENTRY UNIVERSITY

MBA from Engineering Management
09.2005 - 12.2006

V.Technical University

Bachelor Degree from Computer Engineering Technology
06.2001 - 08.2005
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