Samuel Smith
Cannock,Staffordshire
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in technical retail software and supply chain management. Proficient in optimizing store operations, logistical planning, and stock control systems. Strong skills in loss prevention and data analysis using Microsoft Excel enhance operational efficiency. Committed to leveraging these competencies to drive strategic business outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Assistant Store Manager
Aldi Stores LTD
Hednesford, Staffordshire
2013.04 - Current
- Facilitated smooth operation with effective scheduling and task delegation.
- Monitored sales performance and identified inefficient parameters to maintain appropriate stock levels and wastage.
- Resolved customer complaints efficiently, ensured customer satisfaction.
- Completed administrative tasks by generating reports for availability wastage and loss.
- Updated inventories regularly to support accurate, dependable stock management operations.
- Scheduled staff rotas to align coverage with business demands and budget.
- Owned store performance initiatives, coordinating actions that secured regional first place last year.
Problem Solver
Amazon Logistics
Rugeley, Staffordshire
2011.09 - 2013.01
- Resolved un-stowable item issues, relabeling, and managing damaged freight before it enters storage.
- Investigated inventory discrepancies, ghost items, and misplaced goods across distribution centre.
- Improved operations by investigating tickets, closing resolutions, and escalating issues appropriately.
- Applied strong attention to detail to determine optimal resolutions independently.
- Managed cross-department coordination using internal warehouse apps and task tracking.
Photo Booth Operator
Smile Photobooth
Cannock, Staffordshire
2009.04 - 2011.09
- Coordinated with event organisers to integrate services into agenda smoothly.
- Deliver after-sales support by managing client photo requests across digital and print.
- Promoted photo booth usage to improve event entertainment value for attendees.
- Restored uninterrupted service by addressing minor equipment technical issues promptly.
- Managed inventory supplies required for the functioning of the photo booth.
- Managed and maintained the condition of photo booth equipment.
- Liaised effectively with other vendors present at events, fostering an environment conducive to successful collaboration.
Education
A-Levels - Mathematics
Stafford College
Stafford 2008.09 - 2009.07
A-Levels - Computing
Stafford College
Stafford 2008.09 - 2009.07
GCSEs - Mathematics
Cannock Chase High School
Cannock, Staffordshire 2006.09 - 2008.07
GCSEs - English
Cannock Chase High School
Cannock, Staffordshire 2006.09 - 2008.07
GCSEs - Science
Cannock Chase High School
Cannock, Staffordshire 2006.09 - 2008.07
Diploma of Higher Education - Digital Applications
Cannock Chase High School
Cannock, Staffordshire 2006.09 - 2008.07
Skills
- Technical retail software use
- Supply chain understanding
- Store operations optimisation
- Logistical planning
- Stock control systems
- Loss prevention strategies
- Resilience under pressure
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Excel data analysis and reporting
- Effective communication skills
Affiliations
- Snowboarding
- Table Top Games
- Digital Art
Accomplishments
I worked my way up to my current position from store assistant and played a pivotal role in my store placing 1st on the KPI scorecard in the Atherstone region and 4th place nationally last year. I have been responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the previous two order systems and have trained several current store managers on parameter set up, maintenance and best practice.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Store Manager
Aldi Stores LTD
2013.04 - Current
Problem Solver
Amazon Logistics
2011.09 - 2013.01
Photo Booth Operator
Smile Photobooth
2009.04 - 2011.09
A-Levels - Mathematics
Stafford College
2008.09 - 2009.07
A-Levels - Computing
Stafford College
2008.09 - 2009.07
GCSEs - Mathematics
Cannock Chase High School
2006.09 - 2008.07
GCSEs - English
Cannock Chase High School
2006.09 - 2008.07
GCSEs - Science
Cannock Chase High School
2006.09 - 2008.07
Diploma of Higher Education - Digital Applications
Cannock Chase High School
2006.09 - 2008.07