Curriculum Vitae
JOHN LEE
1 Vendeen, Oakridge Park, Milton Keynes. MK14 6GJ
• Tel: 07552537575
• E-mail: johnborolee@gmail.com

PERSONAL PROFILE

A Senior Logistics specialist with a wealth of experience over 17 years acting in various operational management capacities within large multinational corporations both in the UK and internationally. Highly-skilled in holding responsibility for ensuring a range of end-to-end logistics processes are commercially efficient, capably serviced and drive the right outcomes for the business, it’s clients and intermediaries through effective operational management, analysis and continuous improvement.

EXPERTISE, KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Expert in logistics strategy planning, execution and implementing change.
Comprehensive understanding of logistics and maintaining active channels of communication with suppliers / clients.
Skilled in devising logistics strategies and optimising processes for maximum efficiency gains
Proven experience in managing people and leading large teams for the achievement of strategic goals
Well-versed in devising and implementing business processes to ensure optimal efficiency and achievement of SLA’s
Managing projects through full project lifecycles and in accordance with industry standards and best practices
Highly experienced in scoping / re-scoping projects and managing resources, activities and time
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate well with clients, colleagues and management
Clear presentation skills. Great team member

CAREER & ACHIEVEMENTS TO DATE

Group Transport Manager – Dominos (U.K.)
2014 – Present

Logistics Manager – Dominos (U.K.)
2012 – 2014
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACHIEVEMENTS
Managed the Transport and warehouse operation across the country and utilised fleet people resources to ensure deliver to SLA’s.
Held responsibility for all depots in England, Scotland and Ireland and fleets across all sites including 120+ vehicles, 250 staff and a budget of £20m.
Enforced changes within the operation to ensure that the operation was 100% legally compliant
Maintained compliance with Operator licensing and all related inspections in-line with company policies and procedures.
Played a key role in shaping the business along with the culture and approach of the management.
Responsible for major costs savings by introducing dynamic routing.
Improved DOT reduced error rate
Implemented drivers meeting – reduced accident rates.
Responsible for putting together transport and warehouse budgets.
Ensured the transport operation met budgetary / financial goals and identified areas of opportunity for positive impact on the budget.
Worked closely with all areas of the supply chain to create synergies and optimise overall efficiencies for the business.
Managed Health & Safety within the transport operation, including performing regular reviews and updates of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Risk Assessments.
Developed and maintained the commercial fleet, managed 3rd party maintenance partners effectively.
Adhered to KPI’s and monitored performance on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
Periodically reviewed the structure and staff levels within the Transport Operation to meet business requirements.
Ensured that Transport Operating licence Audit processes and procedures were completed in-line with legislation.
Implemented cross dock operations to reduce miles driven (third parties)

Transport Manager – Keeling’s / Tesco (Dublin, Ireland.)
Jan 2006 – Dec 2011
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACHIEVEMENTS
Held responsibility for a 20m EUR budget per annum with 130 Driver, 9 Managers, 5 Planners, 11 Clerical Staff and 18 Fitters plus a VMU Manager.
Managed the transport function to the highest standard in order to contribute to the distribution centres objective of delivering a productive, cost effective, quality service to stores.
Effectively utilised fleet resources and ensured the transport function was legally compliant at all times.
Agreed transport budgets and ensured efficient management and adherence to these.
Managed people and processes to agreed daily customer service and delivery targets.
Led the planning department to ensure that the best plans were in place for effective store serviceability and DOT adherence.
Dealt with the impact of operational issues and constraints and devised solutions and contingency plans appropriately.
Managed the running costs of fleets and the on-time servicing of all units and trailers.
Deputised in the absence of the General Manager.

Distribution Manager – Exel/DHL (Harlow, U.K.)
May 2004 – Dec 2005
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACHIEVEMENTS
Managed 3 sites on a Nisa contract which delivered to 3500 stores nationwide.
Held responsibility of the Southern Distribution Centres in Southampton, Willand and Harlow.
Achieved 860 deliveries a week from the Harlow site and achieved window KPI’s of 95%.
Developed and maintained effective working relationships with customers, including measuring and implementing cost saving and service improvement initiatives.
Acted as ‘O’ Licence holder for 3 sites with responsibility for managing all legal aspects of the fleet with respect to servicing and inspections.

Transport Operations Manager – Exel (Tamworth, U.K.)
Jan 2003 – May 2004
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACHIEVEMENTS?
Held responsibility for 6 Operational Transport Managers, 4 Planning Managers, 1 Backhaul Manager, 8 Clerical Staff and the welfare of over 100 drivers.
Managed 3 sites on a Nisa contract which delivered to 3500 stores nationwide.
Held responsibility of the Southern Distribution Centres in Southampton, Willand and Harlow.

EARLIER CAREER SUMMARY

Senior Transport Manager – Exel (Coventry, U.K.)
Apr 2001 – Jan 2003

Transport Shift Manager – Exel (Tamworth, U.K.)
Jan 2000 – Apr 2001

HGV Driver / Trainee Manager – BRS Group / Exel Logistics (Teesside, U.K.)
May 1997 – Dec 1999

Soldier – HM Forces (Fallingbostel, Germany.)
Jun 1984 – May 1997

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

Certificate in Professional Competence National and International (CPC)
Man Management Certificate / Respect at Work Manager
IOSH Health and Safety
Effective Managers Course
Respect at work manager
Unit Bulk Re-fuelling Equipment & Truck Tanker Fuel Instructor Certificate
Fork Lift Truck & CALM Instructor Certificate
Driving & Maintenance Instructor Certificate
Motor Transport Management Certificate
Motor Transport Accounts & Maintenance Course
City & Guilds Certificate – HAZMAT Instructor