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Tony Robinson-Gamby

Harefield

Summary

A driven professional with strategic leadership and organisational management skills in Warehousing and Logistics complemented by strong communication and problem-solving abilities. proficient in team collaboration and project execution. Poised to deliver impactful results and drive success in senior roles.

After a competitive tender process for H&M was won by the Lloyd Fraser Group i Tupe'd over to head up a brand new division of 6 sites across the UK to create a timed retail delivery solution. From that point i was involved in all business development meetings and solution design, a small but effective team including a director we managed to secure further business with Zara, Mango, Hugo Boss, The White Company, Charles Tyrwhitt , Slaters Menswear and many more high street retailers, alongside building great relationships with European 3 PL providers to deliver their goods across the UK.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work history

Director

RG Meskill Consultancy
Harefield
07.2022 - Current
  • Built start up from Scratch and Initiated business development activities, expanded client base.
  • Managed negotiations with clients to secure profitable contracts.
  • Managed business operations, financial performance and investments of company.
  • Monitored operations to assess and highlight results.
  • Led negotiations with vendors and suppliers, securing favourable terms.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth running of the business.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers, reducing overall costs.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resulting in repeat business.

Networked with industry leaders, cultivating mutually beneficial partnerships.

  • Optimised resource allocation to maximise productivity.
  • Instituted cost control measures, mitigated financial risk.

General manager

Lloyd Fraser Logistics
Greenford, Middlesex
12.2008 - 02.2023
  • Identified new business opportunities, leading to market expansion.
  • Streamlined communication processes for improved team collaboration.
  • Established successful partnerships with other companies for mutual growth.
  • Led company-wide restructuring to streamline operations.
  • Built high-performing teams to achieve organisational objectives.
  • Managed key stakeholder relationships for smoother project completion.
  • Oversaw all aspects of daily operations, ensuring smooth running of the organisation.
  • Established a positive work environment which promoted staff morale and productivity.
  • Successfully negotiated contracts with suppliers to reduce costs.
  • Achieved customer satisfaction with regular feedback and improvement sessions.
  • Directed day-to-day work of 200+ employees and motivated teams to exceed objectives.
  • Allocated resources to teams and projects based on need, performance and availability.
  • Worked with board of directors to establish objectives and decisively lead operations.
  • Monitored operations to assess and highlight results.
  • Partnered with management team to optimise operations and reduce costs.
  • Spearheaded strategic planning and decision-making processes aligning with mission and stakeholder interests.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures, leading to a significant reduction in overheads.
  • Supervised daily warehousing activities to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Improved warehouse layout to maximise storage space.
  • Directed daily operations to achieve maximum output and reduce costs.
  • Introduced effective cost control measures, reducing unnecessary expenditure.
  • Delivered results under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
  • Implemented rigorous financial controls, improving overall profitability.
  • Maintained compliance with industry regulations at all times.
  • Developed strategic business plans, enhancing corporate vision and objectives.
  • Identified and resolved operational issues impacting productivity, performance or profitability.
  • Directed day-to-day work of over 200 employees and motivated teams to exceed objectives.
  • Recruited and managed senior staff with focus on delivering clear results.
  • Established budgets based on historical, current and forecasted business data.

Account manager

Direct Uk Ltd
Southall, Middlesex
09.2000 - 12.2008
  • Resolved client issues promptly, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
  • Delivered presentations to potential clients, securing new business partnerships.
  • Coordinated with finance department to manage account finances efficiently.
  • Managed business relationships to ensure loyalty and long-term commitment.
  • Implemented customer service policies, enhancing client experience.
  • Achieved client satisfaction by managing key accounts effectively.
  • Assured timely delivery of products and services to meet customer expectations.
  • Negotiated contracts to secure profitable deals.
  • Established strong rapport with clients through regular communication.
  • Delivered high level of service to clients to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Oversaw account portfolio to deliver top-quality account services.
  • Nurtured client relationships, scheduling on-site visits or off-site meetings to touch base on account needs.
  • Handled customer concerns and complaints to resolve issues and build loyalty.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing customer queries and handling customer complaints.

Education

O levels -

Northwood School
Northwood

Skills

  • Decision-making competency
  • Delegation mastery
  • Leadership skills
  • Business development
  • Industry expertise
  • Solution design
  • Resource allocation
  • Board-level communication
  • Customer service
  • Contract management
  • Logistics management
  • Operations management
  • Budget control
  • Daily operations oversight
  • Account management
  • Warehouse coordination
  • Distribution management
  • Logistics design and solutions
  • Warehouse system proficiency
  • Health and safety awareness
  • GOH Specialist
  • Vehicle profitability / Security / Tracking

Timeline

Director

RG Meskill Consultancy
07.2022 - Current

General manager

Lloyd Fraser Logistics
12.2008 - 02.2023

Account manager

Direct Uk Ltd
09.2000 - 12.2008

O levels -

Northwood School
Tony Robinson-Gamby