Chris Holloway

"I am a passionate and self-motivated individual who is constantly seeking ways to improve processes. With a progressive career spanning from entry-level roles to senior management, I excel at implementing strategies to deliver exceptional results. Outside of work, I’m a devoted supporter of Rochdale AFC, holding a season ticket and enjoying matches with my family. I also cherish spending time with my young daughter, who keeps me on my toes! As someone who enjoys staying active, I completed the Manchester Marathon in April 2024 and also love running and cycling whenever I can."

Logistics and Operational Efficiency Overview:

I successfully led multiple initiatives to streamline logistics operations, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency. Key achievements include:

Cost Reduction: Implemented pallet networks for lager pallets, cutting transportation costs while maintaining reliability.

Improved Communication: Developed a centralized platform for urgent delivery requests, reducing response times and improving cross-departmental transparency.

Resource Optimization: Maximized driver downtime by incorporating site clearance tasks, boosting productivity.

Efficient Delivery Scheduling: Designed regional delivery systems that reduced fuel costs and improved delivery predictability.

Fleet and Delivery Consolidation: Analyzed and reduced redundant deliveries, optimizing delivery routes and planning for a 7.5T vehicle to improve efficiency.

Operational Enhancements: Created SOPs for driver communication to minimize unloading times and prepared for FORS accreditation to enhance compliance.

Additionally, I proposed and implemented a master stock database system to consolidate inventory data, improving stock management and reducing waste across multiple sites.

International Transport manager CPC 

IOSH Managing safely Level 3

HACCP Level 2

Prince 2 Foundation 

Prince 2 Practitioner 

HGV Class 1

8 GCSE’ s Including Maths and English