Adam Reed61 Triton Fields, Kennington, Ashford, Kent TN24 9HL

07769 186894adam_james_reed@outlook.com

An adaptable and versatile FMCG Supply Chain and Restaurant manager with drive, determination and a proven ability to ensure that a team operates efficiently and profitably. Having a track record of maximising colleague performance and profitability whilst delivering company KPIs and implementing new business ideas. Boasting a consistent and proven track record of successfully employing best business practices that reduce operating and waste costs all to tight time scales and budgets. Extensive knowledge of end to end Supply Chain and the hospitality industry, their working practices, recruitment, pay, conditions of employment and diversity issues.

Key Competencies and SkillsFMCG Supply Chain ManagementRestaurant ManagementProduct Lifecycle ManagementExperienced SAP ECC6 user Vendor and Customer ManagementManagement of Multi-million pound product PortfoliosProcess Implementation and ImprovementCommunications ExpertExperienced People ManagerWarehousing and StorageCost and Waste ReductionDomestic and International LogisticsSales AnalysisCustomer Service and complaints resolutionStrong motivational and influential people skillsExperience of organising private functions including parties and weddingsStrategic PlanningNegotiation and Commercial Awareness

Career HistoryRegional Department Manager - Customer Restaurant Division - Sainsburys Jan 2016 - PresentDay to day management of a busy kitchen and customer restaurantTo lead and inspire a 23 person teamImplementation of all safe and legal practicesDelivery of company KPIs including sales, waste and labour costsProduct and equipment orderingWeekly colleague observations and 6 monthly performance reviewsRecruitment and disciplinary proceduresResolution of customer complaints and feedbackImplementation of new sales ideas and promotions

Duty Manager - Village Green Restaurants – The Old Mill, Ashford, Kent Jan 2014 – Jan 2016Day to day management of a high volume restaurantHeading a team of 15 members of staffEnsuring the highest standards of food and beverage serviceHaving a in-depth knowledge of all menusCustomer facing roleDealing with and resolving customer complaintsOverseeing client bookings Ability to create a great atmosphere & be a inspirational host.Sales/Target Analysis and reporting to the restaurant owners on performanceLarge volume cash handlingComplete cellar management Staff recruitment and assessment

Product Lifecycle Manager – Brakes Group – Ashford, Kent Sept 2012 – Sept

2014Key achievementsThe reduction of Chilled meat waste by 30% within 12 monthsThe reduction of Ambient waste risk by 50% within 6 monthsImplementation of new risk assessment process leading to more accurate and streamlined waste risk managementImplementation of new DASH report for a streamlined approach for reporting weekly/monthly actuals V budget figuresThe implementation of a new staff sales campaign widening the sales area and increasing profit whilst reducing stock wasteThe successful progression of a new team and its performanceKey accountabilitiesDelivery of the Ambient waste budget - £300k budget for the yearManaging a team of two analysts responsible for identifying products at risk of wasteSetting targets and measuring performance of two analyst'sAnticipate risk and key issues, ensuring appropriate action is taken to mitigate/resolve themEstablish relationships with companies capable of aiding waste reductionOversee the development and maintenance of a high performing teamImplementing a new risk process to enable the business to identify risk and act accordinglyMonthly reports direct to Supply Chain director on waste actuals verses budget and potential risks

Supply Planning Manager - Brakes Group – Ashford, Kent July 2008 – Sept 2012Key AchievementsReduction of Chilled waste throughout the UK network by implementing new delivery profilesReduction of stock holding days in depot leading to fall in stock value and potential waste riskReduction of lead time from supplier leading to same day deliveries providing better service for our customers'Outstanding team player' award 2009'Outstanding performance' award 2010Representing 150+ supply chain colleagues in Employee Communication Forum Representative role as voted for by Supply Chain departmentKey accountabilitiesManaging a stock portfolio worth around £3million on SAP ECC6 systemDelivery of First time availability of 99.9% across all products in portfolioEnsure delivery of waste targets (£160k budget for the year) were not only met but reduced throughout the yearEnsure all stock holding figures fell within financial targetsLiaise with commercial teams, suppliers and customers to discuss stock issues or new product launchesConstantly challenge suppliers to increase service and performance

Brakes – Ashford, KentInternational Logistics Planner Oct 2006 – July 2008

Brakes – Ashford, KentTransport Planner July 2004 – Oct 2006Education, Achievements and ExperienceNorton Knatchbull Grammar School

September 1992 - 19989 GCSE’s A-C grade