Stephen Groves
United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in transport systems and route planning software. Demonstrates strong decision-making aptitude and proficiency in budgeting and finance control, ensuring efficient management of high-value projects. Resilient to changing priorities, with a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics and customer relations. Skilled in Excel, Microlise, and various IT technologies, aiming to leverage these competencies towards optimising operational efficiency.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Transport planner
Asda
Lutterworth, Leicestershire
2001.05 - Current
- IIncorporated sustainability principles into transport planning, resulting in noticeable reduction in carbon footprint.
- Developed comprehensive transport strategies for smoother operations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with meticulous journey planning.
- Incorporated latest technology trends into transport planning process for increased efficiency.
Assistant warehouse manager
Beaujersey
Beaumont leys, Leicestershire
1995.05 - 2001.04
- Deployed resources efficiently to meet demand fluctuations.
- Streamlined warehouse processes for increased efficiency.
- Liaised with suppliers, maintaining good business relationships.
- Dealt with staffing issues professionally, maintaining a positive work environment.
Education
ACCA level 2 - Accountancy
Leeds Metropolitan University
Leeds 1993.08 - 1994.06
Accountancy Foundation course - Accountancy
Leeds Metropolitan University
Leeds 1991.08 - 1992.06
A-Levels - Maths
Longslade community college
Birstall, Leicestershire 1989.08 - 1991.06
A-Levels - Physics
Longslade community college
Birstall, Leicestershire 1989.08 - 1991.06
A-Levels - Chemistry
Longslade community college
Birstall, Leicestershire 1989.08 - 1991.06
GCSEs - Maths
Longslade community college
Birstall, Leicestershire 1987.08 - 1989.06
Skills
- Transport systems knowledge
- Route planning software mastery
- Decision-Making aptitude
- Budgeting and finance control
- Resilience to changing priorities
- Supply chain understanding
- Customer relations
- High-value project management
- Excel proficiency
- Microlise
- Proficient in varied IT technologies
Affiliations
- Blood Bike volunteer
Timeline
Transport planner
Asda
2001.05 - Current
Assistant warehouse manager
Beaujersey
1995.05 - 2001.04
ACCA level 2 - Accountancy
Leeds Metropolitan University
1993.08 - 1994.06
Accountancy Foundation course - Accountancy
Leeds Metropolitan University
1991.08 - 1992.06
A-Levels - Maths
Longslade community college
1989.08 - 1991.06
A-Levels - Physics
Longslade community college
1989.08 - 1991.06
A-Levels - Chemistry
Longslade community college
1989.08 - 1991.06
GCSEs - Maths
Longslade community college
1987.08 - 1989.06