Distribution Manager CV Template + Tips and Download
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Nicholas Pullman
277 Victoria Street
Norwich
HP10 1AL
Mob: 079 8943 5694 Email: nicholas.p@live.co.uk
Personal profile statement
I am a dependable, organised and efficient Distribution Manager with two years of experience in improving processes, driving down costs and promoting efficiency across all the logistics and distribution channels. I am a valuable asset to any employer as I have a proven track-record of boosting business profits, motivating and leading a team of logistics professionals and playing an active role in the day-to-day running of the firm.
Achievements
- Reduced the expenditure of the Avid Farrell Group within the first 6 months through the implementing of various efficiency improvement methods
- Raised money for charity by completing the London Bikeathon
Education
| 2011 – 2014 | BSc Computing with Business | University of Brighton | Grade achieved: [2:1] |
Relevant Modules:
- Business Analysis and Strategy
- ICT in Society
- Operations Management
- Privacy, Trust and Security in Computers
- Managing Human Resources
| 2009 – 2011 Results: Business Studies: A Economics: A ICT: B | A Levels | Burnage College |
| 2001 – 2009 Results: 11 GCSEs at Grades A*-C. | GCSEs | St. Peters School |
Work experience
| Jan 2016 – Present | Distribution Manager Avid Farrell Group |
Main duties performed:
- Organising and supervising warehouse and distribution staff
- Liaising with customers, drivers and suppliers on a daily basis
- Planning delivery routes for drivers a week in advance
- Managing the storage spaces and ensuring it is efficiently used
- Maintaining control of current stock and replenishing stock when needed
- Using computer systems to monitor inventory levels, dispatches and deliveries
- Picking and packing high-value goods for delivery
- Organising building maintenance and implementing Health & Safety regulations
- Recruiting and training new members of staff
- Producing reports regarding stock, delivery times and transport costs
- Ensuring the warehouse has maximum security at all times
| Apr 2014 – Dec 2015 | Assistant Depot Manager Fresh & Sons |
Main duties performed:
- Managing a team of 20 admin, warehouse and logistics personnel
- Updating and creating Depot reports to be presented to senior management
- Planning delivery routes for the drivers on a daily basis
- Recruiting and interviewing new drivers and negotiation contracts
- Managing staff attendance and holiday time
- Conducting disciplinary meetings when necessary
| Aug 2011- Feb 2015 | Courier (part-time) Hermes |
Main duties performed:
- Delivering and distributing goods and materials to clients’ addresses
- Answering calls and dealing with customer queries
Qualifications
- Earned a “Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management” offered by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM)
- Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
- Advanced Warehouse Management – May 2015
Skills
- Stock Management: I have been working on managing stock for the past two years with excellent results. I am now entirely familiar with all the processes and issues related to the storage, management and distribution of goods and materials.
- Planning and Organisation: I have the ability to prioritise my workload, enabling me to complete all the tasks in a methodical and efficient manner before the deadlines.
- Time Management: I have excellent time management skills and I am regularly working to very tight deadlines in my current job. I regularly create personal timetables to ensure that I complete simultaneous tasks in a timely manner.
- Customer Service: I have vast experience in successfully dealing with customers from all backgrounds and levels of seniority in a professional, caring and courteous manner.
Hobbies and interests
In my spare time, I frequently cycle with my friends and take part in cycling events in my local area. I also enjoy keeping up to date with the latest trends and developments in the transport and logistics sector.
References
Head of Distribution, Avid Farrell Group
Address: 9 Field Rd, Chester, CJ4 5QP
Tel: 0743 7843 8794
Email: quinton.y@live.co.uk
Owner, Fresh & Sons
Address: 17 Left St, Cornfield, CF1 6FB
Tel: 0770 4551 4699
Email: victor.s@gmail.com
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Tips
- Working with people: A Distribution Manager is always engaged in working with people in order to ensure the smooth running of the supply chain and distribution channels. These people could be; warehouse workers, delivery drivers, third-party contractors, suppliers, manufacturers and admin staff. It is, therefore, highly recommended that your CV should clearly demonstrate to the prospective employer that you are; a) capable of working with a variety of people from different professions, and b) having the leadership skills to guide people to perform their duties correctly and efficiently.
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OVERVIEW
SALARY RANGE
£25.000 – £70.000
ENTRY
Degree and Relevant Work Experience
WORKING HOURS
38+ hours per week
Competencies
Distribution
Having excellent knowledge of supply chain and distribution processes
Organisational Skills
Excellent organisation skills to balance a heavy workload
Management
Strong leadership and management skills to lead a team through tough decisions and circumstances
Teamwork
Working with people with diverse skill sets and different backgrounds
Problem Solving
Ability to identify and solve difficult problems as a matter of urgency
Diplomacy
Using appropriate techniques to move others to action or to gain agreements
