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References
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AccountManager

Thomas Muirhead

Hull,ERY

Summary

RESULTS ORIENTATED RETAIL MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL WITH A TRACK RECORD IN DELIVERING COMPLEX CHANGE SUCCESSFULLY ON TIME AND WITHIN BUDGET. GAINED AN IN-DEPTH KNOWLEDGE OF RETAIL OPERATIONS THROUGH STORE MANAGEMENT, QUICKLY ESTABLISHING A REPUTATION FOR STRONG LEADERSHIP AND DELIVERING TO A HIGH STANDARD WHILE DEMONSTRATING A CAPACITY FOR WIDER, STRATEGIC THINKING. A CONSEQUENTLY APPROACHED TO LEAD CENTRAL ROLES FOCUSED ON DELIVERY OF CRITICAL PROJECTS IN RETAIL, STORE DEVELOPMENT AND RETAIL MANAGEMENT. DEMONSTRATES A PROVEN UNDERSTANDING OF THE RETAILING TO A BROAD-BASED SKILLS PORTFOLIO. LOOKING TO TAKE ON A CHALLENGING ROLE WHERE DELIVERY AND CONTINUAL IMPROVEMENT ARE CENTRAL TO SUCCESS

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

Internal Asda training – 8 weeks store of learning

  • Data classification: Asda Internal

Store manager

1994.01 - 2000.01
  • Data classification: Asda Internal

Somerfield Hayling Island
1983.01 - 2000.01
  • Data classification: Asda Internal

Implementation Manager – Project Management

Asda
2013.01 - Current
  • Stockton Yorkshire Rose scheme - Full Store and Asset replacement 12 weeks on site.
  • Critical Asset works Lifts & Travelators, Fire Alarm, CCTV, Car Wash Program, Asda Express sites.
  • Asda Anlaby Living - Store enchancement scheme 10 day closure full refresh to store
  • Asda America Compliance updates BoH, Kicthenette and Warehouse racking schemes 50
  • PFS Upgrades Blackpool
  • Warehouse Schemes Bridgewater and Trafford Park
  • George Warehouse Increased Capacity scheme
  • Project America – EG Site integration into Asda and ensuring all sites ready for trade.
  • Project Arther – Co-op change including Handover from Co-op and Transformation to opening
  • Scheme liaison manager – Project management
  • Delivery of major Superstore Change Projects (£7m capital spend) per annum.
  • PFS – Burnley and Huddersfield
  • Test and Learn Stores – Fosse and Woodville
  • New store opening Falcon Lodge
  • 9 Supermarket Trial stores – Kiosk and Parcel collection rooms.
  • E-Commerce schemes – Halifax and Blackpool
  • BoH Schemes Scoped – Bridgwater and Coventry
  • Supermarket Kiosk/ Parcel room trials in 2021 – 6 stores
  • New Worksop Store 2020 Circa- £20M.
  • Lead delivery of the projects at store level
  • Engage and advise business stakeholders and Construction Teams in head office.
  • Drive sales performance analyse returns and recommend improvement.
  • Operate to timelines and budgets and ensure consistent communication to a broad network of internal and external colleagues.
  • Lead the way on minimising of disruption to each store and its customers through my extensive retail experience.
  • Schemes delivered to company agreed standards with 8-10 Weeks.
  • Part of the global retail giant Asda operates in the UK; retail goods- groceries, clothing and general merchandise also within the financial service sector; 648 Stores, 180k colleagues with an annual profit +£1 Billion.
  • Data classification: Asda Internal
  • Led implementation of new systems, ensuring alignment with business goals and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve project challenges promptly.
  • Developed and maintained project timelines, facilitating on-time delivery of implementations.
  • Managed multiple simultaneous implementations with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong organizational skills and adaptability.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives that resulted in increased efficiency across various stages of the implementation process.
  • Established effective communication channels between internal teams and external clients to facilitate smooth project execution.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project outcomes, fostering strong relationships within the organization.
  • Championed change management initiatives by creating buy-in from stakeholders through clear communication of benefits and strategies, fostering a supportive environment for successful implementation outcomes.
  • Created detailed project plans outlining scope, timeline, resources, and deliverables, ensuring all stakeholders were aligned with expectations.

Deputy General Store Manager

ASDA Scunthorpe
2011.01 - 2013.01
  • Management of circa 400 Colleagues and the day-to-day operation and development of a £1m a week business.
  • Managing an Ecommerce operation with all company measure meet top store on the region for on time, Pick accuracy and service.
  • Availability numbers Top store on region for full year (97%) and consistent top 3 every period.
  • Managed Speciality depts. Optical and Pharmacy to comply with NHS standards and company set targets. Increased services and profit.
  • Performance review meetings conducted weekly to maintain high standards of achievement.
  • Data classification: Asda Internal

Deputy General Store Manager

Kingswood store
2009.01 - 2011.01
  • Data classification: Asda Internal

Deputy General Store Manager

York store
2008.01 - 2009.01
  • Data classification: Asda Internal

Deputy General Store Manager

Hull Hessle store
2005.01 - 2008.01
  • Data classification: Asda Internal

Provisions manager

2002.01 - 2005.01
  • Data classification: Asda Internal

Night trading manager

2001.01 - 2002.01
  • Data classification: Asda Internal

Provisions manager Havant

2000.01 - 2001.01
  • Data classification: Asda Internal

Retail duty management training

1987.01 - 1989.01
  • Data classification: Asda Internal

Trainee management scheme

1985.01 - 1987.01
  • Data classification: Asda Internal

Education

GCSE - English, maths, Geography, Art A-C

CSCS/SMSTS Course - Asda Project Management foundation

Skills

  • Project management
  • Retail management expertise
  • Adaptable in dynamic environments
  • Effective organizational communicator
  • Strategic planning

References

  • Ian, Brackenbury, Senior Director Property & Construction, Ian.Brackenbury@asda.uk, 07800 623396, Asda
  • Mark, Tulloch, Scheme development manager, 07800 629205, Marks & Spencer’s
  • Mick, Garlinge, 07772 138418
  • Hywel, Jones, Construction Manager, Hywel.jones@asda.uk, 07772 226979, Asda

Interests

Love my family time and walking with my dog. Hobbies include football I am a lifelong Arsenal supporter I also enjoy watching my son play, in my youth I played football for South London Schools. Enjoy playing snooker, pool and darts. Played snooker with Jimmy white and John Virgo; I was also lucky enough to get to the last 32 of a national pool tournament in the UK., Passion is within retail, and Construction I love the challenging pace and result.

Timeline

Implementation Manager – Project Management

Asda
2013.01 - Current

Deputy General Store Manager

ASDA Scunthorpe
2011.01 - 2013.01

Deputy General Store Manager

Kingswood store
2009.01 - 2011.01

Deputy General Store Manager

York store
2008.01 - 2009.01

Deputy General Store Manager

Hull Hessle store
2005.01 - 2008.01

Provisions manager

2002.01 - 2005.01

Night trading manager

2001.01 - 2002.01

Provisions manager Havant

2000.01 - 2001.01

Store manager

1994.01 - 2000.01

Retail duty management training

1987.01 - 1989.01

Trainee management scheme

1985.01 - 1987.01

Somerfield Hayling Island
1983.01 - 2000.01

CSCS/SMSTS Course - Asda Project Management foundation

Internal Asda training – 8 weeks store of learning

GCSE - English, maths, Geography, Art A-C

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