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Zafran Ali

Slough

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive experience in logistics, delivery driving, and management. Proven track record in maintaining excellent customer satisfaction through timely deliveries and efficient route planning. Demonstrated expertise in business development, budget management, and organisational leadership as a Managing Director for multiple companies. Skilled in trip planning, time management, and client relationships. Adept at using Microsoft Office and GPS systems to optimise delivery routes. Career goal includes leveraging extensive experience to contribute to a dynamic logistics or transportation company. Consistent and dependable HGV Class 2 Driver never fails to carry out responsibilities to successful conclusion. Known for conducting regular vehicle checks to achieve safe deliveries. Makes verbal commitments consistent with actions.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Tanker Driver

Lanes Group
01.2025 - 02.2025
  • Loaded and unloaded hazardous materials safely, following strict guidelines for proper handling techniques.
  • Maintained accurate logs, ensuring compliance with Department of Transportation regulations.
  • Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, hoses, valves, and fittings during the loading and unloading process securely.
  • Maintained a clean driving record by practicing defensive driving techniques and staying vigilant about potential hazards on the road.

HGV Class 2 Driver

Jas logistics
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • 18 tonne truck

  • Kept goods safely and securely locked within lorries to comply with company guidelines.
  • Maintained trucks in excellent, safe and efficient working order through regular inspections and performance tests.
  • Packed vehicle, reviewing paperwork and goods to ensure load matched customer orders.
  • Maintained excellent customer satisfaction by completing deliveries within set deadlines.
  • Performed route-planning tasks for multi-drop deliveries, using GPS, maps or other navigational systems to avoid getting lost.

Delivery driver

snowflake luxury gelato
01.2022 - 06.2024
  • Planned logistics across united kingdom to reliably meet delivery requirements.
  • Tracked storage levels and controlled stock to meet supplier requirements and fulfill contract terms.
  • Completed end-to-end deliveries by reaching assigned customers on time and obtaining signatures.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded packages with zero material damage.
  • Applied personal road knowledge and GPS application to set shortest routes.
  • Loaded vehicles safely and efficiently, securing items to prevent damage for high-volume deliveries.
  • Drove company vehicles safely and legally across national pick-ups and deliveries, maintaining brand reputation.
  • Carried heavy items to customers' desired location using best moving and handling practices.

Parcel Delivery Driver

Royal Mail Group
11.2021 - 01.2022

Multi-DROP delivery driver

Delivery Driver

Gi Group
01.2021 - 11.2021

this was alot of agency work, working mostly as a delivery driver but also warehouse packing and organisation

Driver and bed Fitter

FWG (Furniture Wholesale Group) (Partners with John Lewis)
10.2020 - 02.2021
  • Loaded and unloaded vehicles and secured items for long road trips by using buck and strap equipment.
  • Assessed all vehicles in fleet every morning and evening, identifying those requiring immediate repair work and minor maintenance.
  • Transported beds and ottoman goods, including hazardous materials, without incident across United Kingdom.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Inspected load security and checked for any damages.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Used GPS system to plan travel routes in accordance with bulk cargo transportation laws.
  • Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
  • Mapped out destinations ahead of time to ascertain quickest and safest routes for delivery.
  • Maintained organized, clean and professional vehicle to protect company reputation with customers.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.

Agency Worker

Source4
09.2020 - 02.2021

Worked on agency work due to losing my job because of covid-19 and traveling to london was not permitted whatso ever,

i had been working for many multi drop / delivery van driving companies

for example :

bond (tyre wholesaler ) delivery company delivering tyres to car garages

multi drop delivery company in woking delivering parcels like amazon ebay etc

FWG Sales ltd working as a driver loading and unloading van for partners with john lewis delivering beds to customers homes and also fitting the beds we would manage to fix 10-12 beds daily.

Sales Manager

A2Z Accessories ltd
04.2019 - 02.2020
  • Generated company growth for 1 consecutive years through market expansion and sales.
  • Secured sales targets by building successful sales teams, preparing yearly sales and marketing budgets and implementing strategic action plans.
  • Maintained currency on industry trends and changes and participated in professional development opportunities to strengthen product and service knowledge.
  • Forecasted product sales and achieved quarterly and annual sales objectives.
  • Resolved average of 100's customer complaints per month regarding sales and service.
  • Monitored sales team performance and provided effective training to help reach sales targets.
  • Assisted marketing department in optimising strategic initiatives in local area recruiting.

Managing Director

ETON INT LTD
02.2014 - 02.2020
  • Delivered high level of service to customers in effort to build upon future relationships.
  • Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision making.

Managing Director

ALI WHOLESALE LIMITED
12.2015 - 10.2019
  • Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory.
  • Delivered an exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.

Managing Director

7TECH DISTRIBUTION LIMITED
05.2016 - 12.2018
  • Delivered high level of service to customers in effort to build upon future relationships.
  • Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision making.
  • Led and contributed to market and business development activities, identifying and pursuing new potential client services opportunities.

Managing Director

INTERSINK LTD
09.2015 - 12.2018
  • Delivered high level of service to customers in effort to build upon future relationships.
  • Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision making.
  • Accessed required resources to assist clients with complicated tax issues, including complex business transactions, debt restructuring, bankruptcy and financial due diligence.
  • Retained key clients and business integrity throughout company transition to new location.
  • Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.

Managing Director

RECYCLER MAN LTD
01.2016 - 03.2018
  • Delivered high level of service to customers in effort to build upon future relationships.
  • Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision making.

Managing Director

IZKA UK LIMITED
12.2012 - 07.2014
  • Delivered high level of service to customers in effort to build upon future relationships.
  • Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision making.

E-Commerce Packer and Shipper

IBOX.CO.UK LIMITED
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Mentored new employees on daily warehouse procedures and answered task-related questions for quick job acclimation.
  • Operated handheld scanners to track merchandise throughout fulfillment process.
  • Inspected incoming materials and outgoing shipments to maintain effective quality assurance standards, protecting both customer and company interests.
  • Promoted workplace safety and production efficiency by keeping work spaces clean, organised and free of hazards.
  • Verified all items were matched to sales checks correctly for packing and shipment at close of each day.
  • Moved packages using hand tools and automatic and semi-automatic equipment to prepare for shipment.
  • Marked and labelled containers with accurate shipping information to prevent delays.

E-Commerce Packer and Shipper

Star E Shop
12.2011 - 01.2012
  • Reviewed packing slips and other documentation to properly box requested items for shipment.
  • Volunteered for additional hours and shifts during peak periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
  • Inspected incoming materials and outgoing shipments to maintain effective quality assurance standards, protecting both customer and company interests.

Car Mechanic

4 Rings Motors
02.2010 - 11.2011
  • Adeptly handled 10 of inbound calls per day, generating increase in sales revenue annually.
  • Supported in improving operations and resolving issues to deliver top-notch customer service.
  • Coordinated with Jobs to ensure the effective implementation.
  • Implemented new team on boarding program, reducing training time from 4 weeks to 2.
  • Delivered an exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Improved company customer service rating by 100%.
  • Managed team of 4 employees, overseeing the hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
  • Managed the coordination of Jobs to ensure consistent smooth running.
  • Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory.
  • Received consistently positive feedback for service, continually working with energy and enthusiasm.

Car Mechanic

Bmw Specialist
02.2009 - 12.2009
  • Recommended repairs and outlined costs to customers, building trust through honest and caring feedback on vehicle condition.
  • Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory.
  • Carried out essential Task to improve day-to-day operations.

Car Mechanic

Maidenhead Auto Repair Centre Ltd
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Recommended repairs and outlined costs to customers, building trust through honest and caring feedback on vehicle condition.
  • Greeted and tended to customers within 20-minute timeframe, building rapport and trust.
  • Performed tyre changes and wheel alignments within 30-minute timeframe.
  • Performed service, maintenance and repair tasks, including MOT failure jobs, within 1 Hour turnaround.

Counter Cashier

Spar
01.2002 - 12.2007
  • Observed customers for suspicious behaviours and signs of theft.
  • Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
  • Maintained clean, tidy and organised checkout areas.
  • Added new merchandise to checkout lane shelves and kept displayed products neat and orderly.
  • Bagged up purchased items properly to prevent delicate products from breakage.
  • Rectified discrepancies between accounting records and cash drawer by researching daily transactions to pinpoint issues.
  • Troubleshot and resolved issues with cash registers, card scanners and printers.
  • Notified security of suspected theft, including descriptions of individuals and items stolen to help control store losses.
  • Maintained store areas in a neat and clean fashion for professional appeal.
  • Maintained high productivity by efficiently processing cash, credit, debit and voucher program payments for customers.
  • Provided customers with payment information and processed credit card payments and cash transactions.
  • Properly verified customer identification for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
  • Drove sales and add-on purchases by promoting specific item options to customers.
  • Checked purchased merchandise for problems and signs of tampering before processing any return or exchange.
  • Assessed customer needs and responded appropriately to questions.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer service.
  • Worked overtime shifts during busy periods or times of unexpected high volume.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answering questions and offering advice.

Paper Deliverer

Spars
01.2002 - 05.2006
  • Obtained signatures on all invoices and credits to stay on top of paperwork requirements.
  • Loaded vehicle and properly secured items to prevent damage during transportation.
  • Handled merchandise carefully to provide safe delivery and transport.
  • Established long-term customer relationships through prompt and courteous service.

Education

Car Mechanics - Mechanics

Langley College (Windsor Forest Colleges Group)

GCSE -

Desbrough School

Skills

  • Perfect attendance record
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Trip planning
  • Time management skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • Client relationships
  • Budget management
  • Business development
  • Troubleshooting
  • Cash Flow analysis
  • Organisational leadership
  • Relationship management
  • Operating budgets
  • Strategic planning
  • Market trend expertise
  • Security monitoring
  • Scanner operations
  • Customer greeting
  • Customer order recording
  • Home delivery scheduling
  • AAA experience
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Customer service

Timeline

Tanker Driver

Lanes Group
01.2025 - 02.2025

HGV Class 2 Driver

Jas logistics
06.2024 - 09.2024

Delivery driver

snowflake luxury gelato
01.2022 - 06.2024

Parcel Delivery Driver

Royal Mail Group
11.2021 - 01.2022

Delivery Driver

Gi Group
01.2021 - 11.2021

Driver and bed Fitter

FWG (Furniture Wholesale Group) (Partners with John Lewis)
10.2020 - 02.2021

Agency Worker

Source4
09.2020 - 02.2021

Sales Manager

A2Z Accessories ltd
04.2019 - 02.2020

Managing Director

7TECH DISTRIBUTION LIMITED
05.2016 - 12.2018

Managing Director

RECYCLER MAN LTD
01.2016 - 03.2018

Managing Director

ALI WHOLESALE LIMITED
12.2015 - 10.2019

Managing Director

INTERSINK LTD
09.2015 - 12.2018

Managing Director

ETON INT LTD
02.2014 - 02.2020

E-Commerce Packer and Shipper

IBOX.CO.UK LIMITED
01.2013 - 01.2014

Managing Director

IZKA UK LIMITED
12.2012 - 07.2014

E-Commerce Packer and Shipper

Star E Shop
12.2011 - 01.2012

Car Mechanic

4 Rings Motors
02.2010 - 11.2011

Car Mechanic

Bmw Specialist
02.2009 - 12.2009

Car Mechanic

Maidenhead Auto Repair Centre Ltd
01.2008 - 12.2008

Counter Cashier

Spar
01.2002 - 12.2007

Paper Deliverer

Spars
01.2002 - 05.2006

GCSE -

Desbrough School

Car Mechanics - Mechanics

Langley College (Windsor Forest Colleges Group)
Zafran Ali