Ben Carter

Experience

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  British Army

  Jul 2006 - May 2016

  FIELD DESCRIPTION:Fully responsible for accounting and maximising Bowman (Tactical Communication System) equipment availability, while working in the role of Ammunition Storekeeper. Key duties include:- Coordinating the order, receipt, issue and return of ammunition valued at more than £10 million- Managing the accurate processing and distribution of paperwork to relevant parties, before updating a comprehensive filing system containing data on all purchases and issues- Overseeing warehouse operations incl. inventory control and the correct storage and dispatch of goods- Planning / scheduling complex logistical operations and appropriate transport based on fluid needs- Mentoring new recruits, ensuring they receive the necessary training to quickly performKey achievements- Professionally representing the modern army at high profile public events- Significantly improving scheduling and operations by delivering more efficient processes and training- Successfully passing annual audits conducted by the Logistics Stores Investigation (LSI) team- Improving stock turnaround times, leading to greater availability of equipment- Leading the successful migration of new accounting software which helped restructure accounts processes Show less FIELD DESCRIPTION:Ensured the smooth running of logistical, warehouse procurement and inventory planning functions in high pressure environments to optimise regimental capabilities- Processed orders for new and replacement equipment to ensure a fully functional regiment at all times- Coordinated worldwide equipment repairs, including completing the necessary paperwork and documentation to ensure the smooth transit of hazardous / dangerous equipment- Received and delivered goods, often in high pressure settings, in accordance with strict deadlinesKey achievements- Consistently maintained 100% account accuracy over 3 years- Achieved results under pressure, leading to rapid promotion to the role of Team Leader Show less

  • SUPPLY CHAIN ACCOUNTS MANAGER

    Sept 2011 - May 2016

  • LOGISTICS SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST (Parachute Regiment)

    Oct 2009 - Sept 2011

  • FIRE SUPPORT TEAM PATROL MEMBER / SIGNALLER (Parachute Regiment)

    Jul 2006 - Oct 2009
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  West Mercia Police

  Jun 2016 - Aug 2016

  Case Officer
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  Vax Ltd

  Aug 2016 - Feb 2021

  Responsible for the delivery of ground up, off the shelf and technically complex projects on time in full, to the desired quality while ensuring project objectives are met. I manage a cross functional team to achieve a set of specific objectives, whilst overseeing the project through its life cycle and ensuring the desired outcome is achieved utilising the most efficient resources.Responsibilities*Maximising the business value of new value streams delivered and optimise this around the capacity of the project teams *Providing the business with absolute confidence in project delivery, and where a high level of confidence does not exist, ensure there is a clear plan in place to address this*Ensuring swift project mobilisation and clear team objectives defined from the outset*Ensuring all business outputs required for successful launches of all SKUs are delivered*Ensuring that ramp plans are realised, and ECNs and concessions closed out*Ensuring the delivery of new products or services from projects to the appropriate level of quality, on time and within cost *Managing risks to the project's successful outcome*Initiating extra activities and other management interventions wherever gaps in the project are identified or issues arise*Maintaining project schedules and revise as appropriate to meet challenging needs and requirements*Managing day-to-day operational aspects of the projects including presentation of Tollgates*Ensuring that all project documents are complete, current, and appropriately stored*Working closely with relevant stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient implementation of projects*Understanding basic revenue models and ensuring project meets financial objectives analysing variances and initiating corrective actions*Working with cross functional teams to define and document questions, liaise with business to receive new requirements and explain feasibility*Submitting project status reports to stakeholders Show less -Support tactical running of process improvement projects for Customer Supply driving efficiency through the team-Taking a lead on tasks and issues within Customer Supply when required-Running and developing KPIs to feed into Customer Supply Manager to influence decision making-Receiving and processing customer orders according to customer specification and any special instructions-Daily liaison with hauliers / customers for bookings and delivery of goods-Ensuring invoice and correct documentation accompanies each order-Handling customer correspondence, queries and order updates-Processing non-conformance details for outbound deliveries-Maintaining internal records as required by current prevailing regulations-Support, co-ordinate and maintain relationships with internal teams where required-Cultivating strong relationships with all my customers Show less

  • Project Manager

    Feb 2018 - Feb 2021

  • Customer Supply Planner

    Aug 2016 - Feb 2018
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  SharkNinja

  Feb 2021 - now

  • Manager, Technical Project Management

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Senior Technical Project Manager

    Nov 2022 - Apr 2024

  • Technical Project Manager

    Feb 2021 - Nov 2022