Rich Galvin

Experience

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  Computer 2000

  Jan 2007 - Jun 2008

  Team Leader

  Computer 2000 has been operating in the UK and Ireland for over 25 years. Originating in 1983 as First Software, the company later changed name to Frontline Distribution Limited in 1988 and was subsequently acquired by Europe’s leading distributor: Munich-based Computer 2000 A.G. In 1998, Tech Data acquired Computer 2000 to form one of the largest and most influential IT wholesale distributors worldwide.

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  Tech Data UK

  Nov 2008 - Nov 2014

  • Working closely with both shift Team Leaders to ensure the daily Productions plan is achieved• Providing direction to both Production shifts (AM & PM)• Development of team via 1-2-1 / group training• Implementation of new process plans• Monitoring KPI fulfilment• Administrating departments holiday & absence levels• Team meetings held monthly to update on current & planned performance levels/ goals• Performance management (including disciplinary procedures where required)• Ensuring department meets all agreed Service Level Agreements• Successfully liaising internally with Quality/Supply Chain, as well as with other Computer2000 departments to ensure rapid resolution of any issues• Ensuring end user satisfaction with product through clear & concise liaison with Q.C team & Sales• Support production manager with all production projects• Weekly & Monthly productivity reporting• Working with I.T support to ensure all systems work at full capacity to enable on time Production in full• Quarterly & yearly Personal Development Plans Show less

  • 3PL Reverse Logistics Manager

    Nov 2013 - Nov 2014

  • Senior Supervisor

    Nov 2008 - Nov 2014
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  DHL NHS Supply Chain

  Dec 2014 - Oct 2017

  FLM

  Responsible for day to day running of the outbound area, delivering to all customers across the region.Management and upkeep of KPI's to ensure on time, in full deliveries for every order, follow up and resolution on any KPI shortfalls.Absence managementDisciplinary ProceedingsPerformance managementError ResolutionConflict ResolutionMedical CapabilityPerformance Improvement PlansDuring my time within DHL NHS SC I have created and maintained a site wide Performance tracking tool by the use of Microsoft Excel and Visual Basic coding, resulting in heavy reduction of user input time, adding in functions to automatically email the sheet to a pre-defined list of recipients. I have been responsible for reducing site LTS by over 60%. Show less

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  Continental

  Oct 2017 - Jul 2019

  Warehouse Process Controller at Continental Tyres

  To ensure the site’s operational activities are effectively and efficiently managed to meet and exceed customer and Continental expectations. Responsible for managing and coordinating a team within the warehouse operation to ensure that customer service excellence, productivity, quality, lean and safety targets are met at all times. Effective management of workload and delegation to team whilst developing the efficiency of the inbound/outbound operation. Development of the team using succession planning. Use of continuous improvement activities including Kaizen and 5S. Show less

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  CEVA Logistics

  Oct 2017 - Nov 2017

  Warehouse Process Controller

  To ensure the site’s operational activities are effectively and efficiently managed to meet and exceed customer and CEVA expectations. Responsible for managing and coordinating a team within the warehouse operation to ensure that customer service excellence, productivity, quality, lean and safety targets are met at all times. Effective management of workload and delegation to team whilst developing the efficiency of the inbound/outbound operation. Development of the team using succession planning. Use of continuous improvement activities including Kaizen and 5S Show less

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  HOBART ENTERPRISES LIMITED

  Feb 2020 - now

  Hobart Enterprises is the holding company of numerous chemical importing and distributing companies worldwide. Its purpose is to acquire similar companies which can add value to its already extensive base and benefit by being part of a global brand.Hobart Enterprises Ltd was formed in 2005 to facilitate the growth and globalization of the Hobart Group of Companies.

  • Warehouse Manager

    Jun 2021 - now

  • warehouse process controller

    Feb 2020 - Jun 2021