Ben Doherty

Experience

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  British Army

  Sept 2000 - Mar 2006

  Radio Systems Operator

   To provide a communications service to whoever may need it at any time in any condition. Being able to use all aspects of Radio, computer and satellite systems. Working along side frontline infantry I had to be able to provide communications while under extreme pressure. I served in many countries, Iraq being one of them. Daily faced with challenges and varying situations where you have to adapted and overcome.Over my Army career I was in charge of small detachments (Teams) ranging from 2 – 6 soldiers, ensuring goals/targets are met, conduct of individuals, state of readiness & preparedness, are but a few. Show less

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  Marshall & Johnson kitchens

  Dec 2006 - Mar 2009

  Regional Sales Manager

   To provide a top customer care service. Duties include meeting the clients, ensuring they know the full products available and what best suits their needs and family, to walk the clients through the full process from ordering to install. Ensuring they are completely happy and are in the picture at all times. Answering there questions or alterations in their design. Giving the manager regular updates about my clients at all stages.The kitchens were at a starting value of approx. £15,000 and over a year I would handle orders exceeding a total approx. £300000 – £400000. Show less

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  Dog Handler

  Jan 2010 - Sept 2013

  Self Employed Dog Handler

   As a Dog Handler I had contracts with private and public security organisations such as very well known security firms, local councils and police forces.With the use of a fully trained dog that I owned and trained, I provided security solutions to prevent crime.I mainly worked on high profile and high risk contracts.I have been involved in tracking of criminals, patrolling and guarding, crowd control, riot control, weapons control and other varying situations.As a frontline force interaction with public and business’s was a daily occurrence, so good interpersonal skills and a customer focus attitude which are two attributes I pride myself on having were of great value to me. Show less

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  Softview Conservatories, Windows & Doors

  Sept 2013 - Dec 2015

  Warehouse & logistics Manager

   This role sees me overseeing the full time and temp staff on the warehouse floor, ensuring that company procedures through to H&S are complied with.Ensuring the smooth and seamless day to day operation is maintained, dealing promptly and effectively with any problems/queries that may arise.The monitoring and training/re-training of staff on a monthly basis, ensuring staff efficiency is maintained.This is a hands-on role enabling me to be on the warehouse floor, being involved in picking/packing, dispatch, good in, FLT (counterbalance, Reach & Bendi) duties such as loading and unloading.The coordination of distribution of orders and collections.Barcode and scanning system experience; currently using Motorola MC70 mobile computer and barcode scanner on the Barcode LocateIt system and creating labels, barcodes, signs, etc.Main duties saw me coordinating the daily running of the warehouse. Ensuring warehouse locations are correct and stock stored correctly. The management of the staff to ensure vehicles were loaded and loaded correctly with serviceable equipment that adheres to UK CPC (HGV) laws. Ensuring stock isn’t damaged or malfunctioning through intermittent inspections.With the level of staff within this warehouse HSE was paramount! Ensuring tidiness was a priority.Training of staff and re-training of staff with new procedures or to rectify mistakes. Show less

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  PRESSROOM PLUS LTD

  Feb 2016 - Feb 2019

  Warehouse & Logistics Manager

  Widely recognised with current suppliers and customers for expertise in logistics, shipping/receiving, picking/packing, cost controls and management of stock, Health & Safety and procedures/policies.Oversee all aspects of warehouse & logistical operations including implementation of procedures and policies across the company, this includes all aspects of Health & Safety. Continue to utilise expertise within the multi-million-pound company to ensure cost control, safety compliance, report generation and quality assurance.Fully accountable for warehouse operational objectives, identifying trends and resolving issues, analyse and report the effectiveness of warehousing activities and employee’s performance, racking safety & inspections, Fire Marshall and regulatory requirements, First Aid at work, waste management (Hazardous and Non-Hazardous), Investigations and implementation of training and improvements, risk assessments, vehicle management, Health & Safety implementation, Storage and transportation of hazardous chemicals and the compliance to strict regulations.Formulation and motivation of teams to achieve peak performance, ensure total client satisfaction, maintain peak quality service and meet operational objectives.Fully familiar with budgeting, operating efficiencies, executive reporting, high level of interactive presentations, accurate documentation and cost reductions.Effective hiring, management, deployment and development of staff at supervisory & staff levels in distribution and manufacturing settings.Proficient as a project manager in providing and supporting all types of delivery and supply chain solutions. Show less

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  Sportsafe UK Ltd

  Jul 2019 - Sept 2020

  Warehouse & Fleet Manager