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CHRIS BARNES

Banbury,England

Summary

Highly skilled professional with extensive expertise in logistical coordination and warehouse operations. Demonstrates advanced Excel capabilities and proficiency in Microsoft Office, ensuring efficient performance monitoring and team performance management. Adept at overseeing returns processes and utilising industry-specific software to optimise warehouse management systems. Proven track record in staff leadership and supervision, driving operational excellence.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work history

Operations supervisor

Amazon Logistics
Banbury
2016.11 - Current

Over mind time with Amazon (AMZL) I have covered many different roles with in the L3 associate.

  • 2016 - 2018 - Night shift

Assisting in the smooth running of the operation using my management and problem solving skills.

  • 2018 -2019 AM/PM shift.

My time was spent on AM & PM shift assisting with the organisation of load-out and ensuring a smooth transition between night shift and AM shift, and later AM shift to PM shift.

On PM shift I was the first to implement the same day process when it arrived at the station for the first time as well as other tasks such as monitoring the on road performance, holding flow meetings and debriefing.

  • 2019 - 2026 - AMXL

I moved to AMXL (Heavy & Bulk) as in initial team member on the ground, I helped implement and organise the new area of the business within the building along with the launch team.

During my time within AMXL I have worked over all areas of the Delivery Station, including supporting/covering the station manager when needed, however most of my time has been spent on day shift, monitoring and supporting the Driver teams on the road as well as problem solving any issues that may arise.

Deep-diving into metrics using our in house portals to identify any shortfalls and improve delivery station performance as well as network wide performance. In doing this we became one of the highest performing sites across the network, receiving EU AMXL Best Station award for Q2 in 2024.

Night shift manager

Tufnell's Parcel Express
Banbury
2014.07 - 2014.11
  • Assessed performance of staff and provided feedback for improvement.
  • Maintained communication channels with day staff, promoting seamless operations.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees immediately, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
  • Coordinated transport schedules for improved delivery efficiency.
  • Planned logistics routes to optimise fuel consumption.

Team leader supervisor

Kuehne+Nagel
2006.07 - 2014.07
  • Supervised staff's daily activities to ensure adherence to quality standards.
  • Expedited problem-solving to deliver swift solutions during crisis situations.
  • Identified areas of improvement, implementing changes accordingly.
  • Managed shift schedules for efficient workflow.

Warehouse operative

Kuehne+Nagel
2002.07 - 2006.07
  • Operated forklift trucks to efficiently manage heavy loads in the warehouse.
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Collaborated on stock checking routines, provided accurate inventory updates.

Education

GCSEs -

Chenderit School
Middleton Cheany
/1995 - /2000

Banbury Tech
Banbury
/2000 - /2002

Skills

  • Advanced excel capabilities
  • Returns process oversight
  • Warehouse Management System
  • Familiarity with industry-specific software
  • Time management mastery
  • Advanced excel functions
  • Warehouse operations knowledge
  • Performance monitoring
  • Logistical coordination
  • Logistics expertise
  • Warehouse operations
  • Staff leadership
  • Staff supervision
  • Team performance management
  • Microsoft Office proficiency

Affiliations

  • Cinema, Formula One, Football

Timeline

Operations supervisor

Amazon Logistics
2016.11 - Current

Night shift manager

Tufnell's Parcel Express
2014.07 - 2014.11

Team leader supervisor

Kuehne+Nagel
2006.07 - 2014.07

Warehouse operative

Kuehne+Nagel
2002.07 - 2006.07

GCSEs -

Chenderit School
/1995 - /2000

Banbury Tech
/2000 - /2002
CHRIS BARNES