United Kingdom
I am a senior operations and business leader with more than 28 years of experience across manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, environmental management, healthcare operations, sales leadership and business ownership in both Poland and the United Kingdom. Throughout my career I have successfully led operational teams, implemented business transformation projects, improved productivity, reduced costs and developed high-performing teams across multiple industries. Key achievements include: ✔ Delivered over £1.2 million in cost savings through operational improvement projects in a large manufacturing environment. ✔ Increased operational productivity by 20% within four months in healthcare logistics operations. ✔ Achieved 100% regional sales growth within six months while leading sales, logistics and supply chain activities. ✔ Managed teams of up to 56 employees across production, logistics, engineering and support functions. ✔ Built and managed successful businesses for more than 13 years. ✔ Successfully progressed from Machine Minder to Operations Manager through multiple leadership positions within UK manufacturing and logistics operations. My leadership style combines operational discipline, commercial awareness, people development and continuous improvement to deliver sustainable business results. Areas of expertise: • Operations Management • Manufacturing Management • Logistics & Supply Chain • Business Transformation • Continuous Improvement • Lean Operations • KPI Management • Productivity Improvement • Cost Reduction • Team Leadership & Development • Change Management • Strategic Planning • Stakeholder Management • Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance I am always interested in connecting with professionals and organisations focused on operational excellence, business growth and organisational transformation.
Operations Manager responsible for leading operations, team performance, productivity improvement and continuous operational development. Key achievements: • Delivered a 20% productivity increase within four months. • Successfully improved operational KPIs through workforce planning and process optimisation. • Managed operational teams of 30 employees, including Supervisors and Team Leaders. • Developed performance management processes and team capability. • Improved labour utilisation and operational efficiency while maintaining service quality standards. • Supported operational excellence initiatives within a global healthcare organisation.
Shift Manager | Bleckmann Managed shift operations within a fast-paced logistics environment supporting international retail supply chains. Responsibilities included: • Team leadership and workforce management. • Productivity and KPI monitoring. • Process compliance and operational performance. • Operational planning and shift coordination.
Responsible for waste management, environmental compliance, operational standards and cost optimisation across a large multi-site food manufacturing operation. Key responsibilities: • Managed waste operations across multiple production facilities, cold stores, dry stores and logistics areas. • Led two operational teams including waste operatives, yard teams, TUG drivers and forklift operators. • Developed and implemented operational procedures, waste management systems and ISO-compliant standards. • Negotiated and implemented new waste management contracts, improving service performance and cost efficiency. • Managed contractor relationships, compliance documentation and environmental reporting. • Led continuous improvement initiatives across waste handling, recycling and site services operations. Key achievements ✔ Successfully passed ISO certification audits with outstanding results. ✔ Delivered 11 consecutive audits with zero non-conformities and zero complaints. ✔ Introduced new operational standards across multiple sites, significantly improving compliance and operational performance. ✔ Strengthened environmental and waste management processes while supporting overall business cost reduction objectives. ✔ Built and developed high-performing operational teams across waste management and yard operations.
Responsible for environmental compliance, waste management operations, cost optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives within a major UK food manufacturing operation. Key Responsibilities • Led waste and environmental operations across a high-volume food manufacturing site. • Managed all waste streams including hazardous and controlled waste in compliance with UK regulations. • Developed and implemented cost reduction initiatives and operational improvement programmes. • Conducted operational and financial analysis to identify efficiency opportunities. • Managed contractor performance, compliance requirements and environmental documentation. • Oversaw fire safety equipment management and site compliance activities. • Trained and developed supervisors, team leaders and operational staff. • Implemented process improvements to improve operational efficiency and reduce business risk. Key Achievements ✔ Maintained excellent environmental and compliance standards. ✔ Achieved zero complaints, zero environmental incidents and zero lost-time accidents. ✔ Successfully delivered multiple operational improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction and process optimization. We delivered over £1.2 million in cost savings through this process. ✔ Developed and strengthened environmental management systems supporting long-term business objectives.