Experience

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  Interaction youth charity

  Jul 1992 - Jan 1995

  Head tutor

  Managing Courses for disadvantaged Young People in central London. Designing and supervising tuition modules in Computing, Sound Engineering, Photography & Video-Editing Developing an NVQ curriculum and syllabus Applying for State funding to secure the venture

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  Chauffeur car services

  Feb 1995 - Dec 2003

  Logistics operative

  Worked through logistics industry from driver up to Operations ManagerCircuit Controller, Senior Controller and Motorcycle, Small Van and Large Van CourierEnsuring Safe Delivery of parcels and people throughout the UK and WorldwideFollowing and designing company policy & procedure

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  Alexander benz limousines

  Dec 2003 - Nov 2004

  General manager

  My business development activities were pivotal to an increase in turnover in excess of a 100% Implementation of Operational and Fleet management procedures including PCO regulationsMulti-Site responsibility (Canary Wharf & City Airport)Researching and sourcing Office Relocation

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  Churchill express ltd

  Nov 2004 - May 2006

  Operations manager

  Managing a network of specialist contractors, including freight forwarding and groupage contractors. Responsible for an operation consisting of 20 office-based staff and over 100 drivers and ridersEnsuring the efficiency of all operations, training staff, creating HR directives and PDPs

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  Greenfleet ltd

  May 2006 - May 2007

  Project manager and sustainable logistics consultant

  Project Manager: Planned and implemented a fully operational warehouse, packing and distribution facility for Eurodiet UK at their head office in Earls Court Exhibition Centre, London Researched the entire venture, and implemented all policies and procedures Designed a facility capable of storing, packing and distributing over a thousand units per weekImplemented a bespoke picking and packing system, utilising advanced computerised dispatch practices Introduced a food management system and health and safety procedures for the facilityFulfilled project completion criteria well within budget and timeAdvised various clients and agencies on sustainable Logistics solutions Show less

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  Greater london hire

  May 2007 - Jun 2009

  Enironmental transport consultant

  ISO 14001 implementation and monitoring,Introducing over £2m of new business to the company,Advising clients on sustainable Logistics solutions (including the Government Car and Dispatch Agency),Integral to GLH achieving European and UK Greenfleet Awards through Eco Cab Service promotion and up-sellingDesigning and managing sales strategy and marketing materials,

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  Lancaster

  Jul 2009 - Sept 2010

  Business development manager

  Completing OJEU and other Tender submissionsDesigning and managing sales strategies and marketing materials Advising clients on sustainable passenger and freight Logistics solutions

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  Scs worldwide

  Aug 2010 - Nov 2010

  General manager

  New Business Management: expansion of Sales and Marketing activities resulting in more than 30% increase in turnover; Negotiating Local, National & Worldwide contracts and introducing, implementing and monitoring EMS, QMS and Health and Safety policies across the operation

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  Ecoce

  Nov 2010 - Jun 2014

  Renewables consultant/project manager

  Project Management: conducting site surveys; preparing quotations and feasibility studies; producing system designs and implementing renewable installations within budget and time constraints (including preparing SAP assessments utilising architect plans) to meet stakeholder’s expectations. Renewables Consultant: developing renewable energy contacts within the commercial and residential sectors; advising clients on the development and management of energy portfolios.

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  Genix trading ltd

  Aug 2018 - Jun 2024

  Palestren supplies beauty products and trendy tech to wholesalers and online customers. Providing wholesale prices to our retail customers!http://palestren.co.uk/

  • Director

    Jun 2014 - Jun 2024

  • Ecommerce Manager

    Aug 2018 - Jun 2023
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  Appi products limited

  Jun 2023 - Sept 2024

  Product manager

  Sales Growth: Orchestrated an impressive 80% surge in monthly website sales within just nine months, from June's 2024 to February 2024.Amazon Reinstatement - Strategically restored the suspended Appi Amazon Seller account, with non-performing SKUs. Swiftly propelling daily sales revenuewithin 2 months, with minimal PPC and marketing budgets. Implemented effective strategies to boost sales, enhance product rankings, and maximize revenue on the Amazon platform. Managing all listings, supply chain and PPC campaigns, leveraging analytics tools to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and derive actionable insights.Wholesale Trade Expansion: Achieved an impressive 100% increase in sales through the Wholesale Trade account program within 6 months. Cultivated impactful client relationships through a client-centric approach, driving sustainable growth and fostering brand loyalty.Inventory Management and Fulfilment: Collaborated closely with logistics team to maintain optimal stock levels on Amazon while effectively managing the profit and loss (P&L) of APPI branded product lines.Stakeholder Engagement: Interacted daily with internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams. Regularly reported to directors on critical Amazon and e-commerce metrics and trends, providing actionable insights and proactive growth strategies.Amazon Compliance & Policy Adherence: Maintained vigilant adherence to evolving Amazon policies and trends, ensuring strict compliance with marketplace regulations.Supply Chain Optimization: Conducted comprehensive cost analyses, leveraging profit and loss reporting, cost of sales, and sales projections. Successfully reduced costs by over 20% by optimizing courier services and other supply chain components.Product Development & Portfolio Enhancement: Implemented rigorous quality control measures, replacing underperforming products. Show less

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  Claddeck limited

  Aug 2024 - now

  Brand manager
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  Ufh direct ltd

  Aug 2024 - now

  Brand manager