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Education
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Simon Rhodes

Willenhall,Walsall

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with expertise in inventory management and stock rotation, ensuring optimal replenishment cycles. Strong skills in task prioritization and responsible delegation to achieve organizational objectives. Committed to exceptional customer service and fostering positive client relationships in a customer-focused environment.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
11914
11914
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Replenishment supervisor

Booker wholesale
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
10.2024 - 07.2025
  • Managed unforeseen supply chain disruptions, minimising impact on sales floor availability.
  • Maintaining maximum availability to increase sales by 20%.
  • Optimised resource usage through strategic scheduling of staff shifts and task assignments.
  • Streamlined workflows by implementing innovative process improvements.
  • Collaborated with management to develop strategies for effective space utilisation.

Warehouse operator/Picker

Booker wholesale
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
11.2018 - 10.2024
  • Adhered to health and safety guidelines, fostering a secure workplace environment.
  • insuring as many orders are correctly picked within a certain timeframe.
  • Organised products in designated areas to enhance accessibility and retrieval efficiency.
  • Picked orders using handheld scanner, ensuring prompt fulfilment of requests.
  • Wrapped and labelled pallets, positioning them correctly for next-day delivery.

Call centre advisor

BT/Manpower
West Bromwich, Sandwell
11.2017 - 10.2018
  • Resolved customer inquiries ,high call volumes between 50- to 60 a day within faults and billing departments efficiently.
  • Monitored queue times, adjusting resources according to fluctuations in call volume.
  • Assisted colleagues during peak periods, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to ensure smooth operations in call centre.
  • Actively participated in training sessions to enhance call handling skills.
  • Maintained composure under pressure, providing empathetic support to distressed customers.

Customer service representative

BMI Healthcare
Chertsey, Surrey
04.2016 - 06.2016
  • Managed front-of-house reception, booking clients and assisting hospital porters with workloads.
  • Cultivated strong customer relationships, fostering brand loyalty and repeat business.
  • Answered incoming calls and directed them to appropriate departments.
  • Performed administrative duties contributing towards smooth store operations.
  • Maintained electronic diary for efficient scheduling and appointments.
  • Facilitated customer loyalty programmes to improve retention rates.
  • Enhanced communication channels through regular updates on company policies and promotions.

Hospital porter

BMI Healthcare
Chertsey, Surrey
09.2013 - 04.2016
  • Responded promptly to calls from nursing staff and doctors, enhancing service efficiency.
  • Delivered blood and medical supplies to laboratories and various departments.
  • Promoted health and safety regulations through regular checks on fire exits and equipment.
  • Ordered and stored medical gases correctly, ensuring consistent supply to wards and theatres.

Mobile carer

Supreme healthcare
Woking, Surrey
03.2012 - 03.2013
  • Created personalised care plans tailored to individual patient needs and preferences.
  • Visited clients in their homes to assess and support daily activities.
  • Documented each visit in client logbooks to maintain accurate records.
  • Facilitated mobility assistance to enhance safety and prevent accidents.

Night shift worker

Wm Morrisions
Woking, Surrey
06.2009 - 03.2012
  • Fulfilled urgent orders promptly while ensuring accuracy and quality standards.
  • Adhered to company policies and procedures during shifts, guaranteeing effective quality control.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety across shop floor and warehouse environments.
  • Restocked products on fixtures in preparation for store opening.

Office supervisor

Dolphin Sealants
Woking, Surrey
06.2006 - 01.2009
  • Mastered all business aspects across departments, enhancing skill development.
  • Delegated tasks effectively, boosting productivity levels.
  • Maintained office equipment regularly to ensure seamless workflow.
  • Streamlined office procedures, resulting in improved operational efficiency.

Postman/driver

Royal mail letters
Woking, Surrey
11.1988 - 06.2006
  • Delivered mail punctually despite varying weather conditions.
  • Collected and sorted mail efficiently for optimal distribution.
  • Operated franking machine for accurate postage processing.
  • Demonstrated physical stamina by carrying heavy bags of mail and packages regularly.

General assistant

Fine Fare/Asda Stores
Woking, Surrey
05.1985 - 10.1988
  • Delivered top-quality customer service, achieving high levels of satisfaction.
  • Maintained a clean and organised workspace to support efficient daily operations.

Processed payments securely, mitigating risks of fraud and discrepancies.

Education

CSE/O level - ENGLISH

Winston Churchill Secondary School
Woking, Surrey

CSE/O level - Arithmetic

Winston Churchill Secondary School
Woking, Surrey

O level - History

Winston Churchill Secondary School
Woking, Surrey

CSE/Olevel - Geography

Winston Churchill Secondary School
Woking, Surrey

CSE - Integrated Sciences

Winston Churchill Secondary
Woking, Surrey

CSE - Technical Graphics

Winston Churchill Secondary School
Woking, Surrey

CSE - Woodwork

Winston Churchill Secondary School
Woking, Surrey

Skills

  • Replenishment cycle understanding
  • Stock rotation knowledge
  • Delegating responsibly
  • Prioritising tasks
  • Customer service-oriented

Accomplishments

Previously completed CCS course for site safety.(construction industry ).

Making conversations personal within Telecommunications.(BT ).

Completed Skills first award within a ( retail environment ).

Attended a completed a three day ( British Red Cross first Aid course ).

Timeline

Replenishment supervisor

Booker wholesale
10.2024 - 07.2025

Warehouse operator/Picker

Booker wholesale
11.2018 - 10.2024

Call centre advisor

BT/Manpower
11.2017 - 10.2018

Customer service representative

BMI Healthcare
04.2016 - 06.2016

Hospital porter

BMI Healthcare
09.2013 - 04.2016

Mobile carer

Supreme healthcare
03.2012 - 03.2013

Night shift worker

Wm Morrisions
06.2009 - 03.2012

Office supervisor

Dolphin Sealants
06.2006 - 01.2009

Postman/driver

Royal mail letters
11.1988 - 06.2006

General assistant

Fine Fare/Asda Stores
05.1985 - 10.1988

CSE/O level - ENGLISH

Winston Churchill Secondary School

CSE/O level - Arithmetic

Winston Churchill Secondary School

O level - History

Winston Churchill Secondary School

CSE/Olevel - Geography

Winston Churchill Secondary School

CSE - Integrated Sciences

Winston Churchill Secondary

CSE - Technical Graphics

Winston Churchill Secondary School

CSE - Woodwork

Winston Churchill Secondary School
Simon Rhodes