Lee Elstob

A driven individual with a proven reputation in delivery/execution of all operational objectives as well as being a respected people manager/motivator developing a strong workforce in an enviable work environment.

Being an ambitious and enthusiastic individual with strong industry and commercial aptitude, I now seek a new opportunity to further develop and allow me to utilise my skills and experience within a dynamic and thriving organisation.

Supply Chain Logistics Manager working for a FMCG company.

• Empathy, Diversity and Inclusion Awareness
• I Drive the highest of standards in safety, ensuring zero lost time accidents. Leading the safety journey and the reduction in risk for the depot team
• I have the full P&L Budget accountability for the site circa £1.9m, in which I complete a detailed & robust KPI suite for the Depot for inclusion in Management Committee monthly reporting pack
• I drive a strong teamwork ethic, delivering team ‘huddles' and ensuring my team are kept up to date on current performance,  I strive to continually improve engagement with staff and my Peers. I Possess the ability to lead and motivate a team of people to succeed by utilising appropriate interpersonal styles including leading by example, setting objectives, and defining responsibilities to give a clear sense of direction
• Review processes and drive continuous improvement, where improvement suggestions are embraced.
• Full transport compliance responsibility in North East of England, Working effectively at all times to ensure legal compliance for the operation, Work actively to maintain vehicle and drivers’ legal compliance, ensuring that all vehicles  under my supervision are presented to perioding inspections and annual MOTs in a timely manner, Ensure that any Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Directive infringements are dealt with in a timely manner, making use of the group’s disciplinary policy as and when required.
• Responsible for the MHE fleet on site and closely managing the local Jungheinrich relationship.
• Monitor performance and absenteeism for all direct reports as well as conduct in line with company policy, Managing staff’s annual leave, ensuring the continuous delivery of service to customers is not affected by excessive annual leave allocation within any periods
• Ensure that the depot operations operate under the relevant legislation / safety standard requirement, including adherence to all ISO & BRC standards
• Carry out incident, accident investigations, ensuring robust countermeasures in place
• Ability to build effective relationships both internal and external