1. Michael Rigby
439 Bowling Old Lane
West Bowling
Bradford
BD5 8HL
07941 125 535
D.O.B 13 December 1966
I have over twenty years experience in a wide range of Logistics jobs across the entire supply
chain. I have worked in the motor trade, the chemical industry, the I.T sector and heavy
engineering. In this time, I have set up and managed a shop selling and repairing computers,
organised and supervised several warehouse relocations, put practices and systems into place
and been involved in two major software rollouts and training staff on their use. I am currently
studying for a HNC in Business Management.
Key Skills
Purchasing, administration, supervising, negotiations, able to set priorities and work to tight
deadlines, good knowledge of MRP / ERP and general computer software,
Computer skills
I am competent in all Microsoft office packages and I was a Microsoft Certified Professional until
my certification ran out.
Work History
April 2013 to date Incommunities Housing Association
From Stock Control Administrator
Incommunities repair and maintain social housing in the Bradford area.
• Book stock on to the bespoke stock control system that has been received in the stores
and items collected by the operatives
• Resolve any issues with invoices – Contact suppliers and representatives to discuss any
issues with either parts supplied, pricing or invoice queries –
• Run daily MRO report and raise purchase orders and sending them to suppliers via email
or fax Expedite any overdue orders
Nov 2012 to Mar 2013 Cameron
General Administrator
Cameron manufacture “trees” for the oil and gas industry
• Raise and maintain NCRs (Non Conformance Reports) for the managers and engineers
• Update record of which job is in which bay and which engineers are assigned to that job
• Update KPI records
• Update inventory of tooling and stock
• Monitor and update workflow records and any downtime records
• Assist managers with any necessary administrative work
2. Jun 2011 – Nov 2012 Sulzer Pumps
Warehouse Administrator
Sulzer manufacture pumping equipment for a wide range of uses and industries.
• General administration from booking in problems to finding missing stock
• Update goods in KPI’s spreadsheet
• Print off engineering drawings and update records
• Arrange stock movements within the works area
• Locate stock, mark up with appropriate order number and arrange delivery to correct
area. Arrange to return any faulty items for rework or repair to the supplier or sub
contractor along with relevant paperwork (NCRs etc.)
• Arrange for sub-contractors to do work in busy periods
Mar 2010 – Apr 2011 Premier Farnell (via Hays agency)
Expeditor
Premier Farnell is a major electronic and electrical component retailer.
• Expedite all deliveries with suppliers and update the MRP (AS400)
• Track deliveries and update the MRP if the agreed ETA cannot be reached, notify the
buyers of any problems
• Run and update Excel reports and spreadsheets
• Create tables and charts as necessary
• Advise sales department on allocated stock and orders
• Raise purchase orders and send to suppliers, transfer stock between warehouses
From February 2009 to March 2010
Various short term and temporary positions in data entry, call centres, warehouse
administration and supervising warehouse relocation.
Position - Warranty stock control administrator
Company - Gardner Denver (via Reed agency)
From - October 2008 to February 2009
Gardner Denver is an engineering firm specialising in kitting out vehicles for various industries. I
was taken on an ongoing short term contract to review and put systems into place for their
warranty department.
• Ensure inventory of faulty stock is accurate and up to date, creating new records and
closing completed jobs
• Arrange for collection from engineers of faulty parts, book in, and arrange for inspection
of parts and subsequent return to supplier / manufacturer
• Arrange with suppliers for speedy inspection and report of reason for fault, repair and
return of replacement items.
• Create all orders and invoices. File inspection reports in relevant job file
• Discuss with management and manufacturers how faults can be avoided in the future
3. • Cost repairs, quote and invoice customers for non- warranty parts - Authorise payment
of invoices and coding to relevant cost centre
From - May 2008 to October 2008
Various short term contracts for several agencies in Bradford
Position - Stock controller / Warranty administrator
Company - ICM managed availability / Phoenix IT
From - June 2004 to May 2008
Well established IT Company, ICM (subsequently taken over by Phoenix) were known for
providing disaster recovery and overall support for any IT need. I worked for the logistics team
• Source and procure PC and electronic components from a network of specialised
suppliers to cover SLAs. Raise any purchase orders.
• Check outstanding orders daily and expediting any over agreed delivery dates
• Check inventory of faulty stock and arrange repair with workshop as required – Evaluate
stock levels and usage for consumable items, order replenishment stock, arrange for
sale or disposal of redundant stock
• Find potential suppliers and assess their suitability to company needs (lead times, stock
availability, costs etc.) –
• Ensure parts were delivered in time and to the correct location - Ensure all stock records
were up to date and correct. Arranging counts and investigating any discrepancies
• Check various manufacturer websites for warranty on equipment. Raise claim for faulty
parts and any necessary paperwork entering relevant job or reference numbers.
• Arrange for return of any faulty parts if necessary and any credit notes or RMA’s
required. Enter details of fault and any reference numbers on return paperwork.
Whilst at ICM, I worked with a team who tracked down the reason a major manufacturer had
issues with a component. They tracked the source at their end and it resulted in them saving
£250,000 a month and as a result, we were awarded a major service contract with them. We
also achieved number one warranty service provider status for all the major PC manufacturers
through hard work and product knowledge.
Position - Shop manager
Company - Extreme computers
From - August 2003 – May 2004
This was a new business I was asked to set up and run.
• Find and appraise suppliers and negotiate costs
• Interview, set on and train two full time and two part time members of staff
• Design, cost and build PCs to customers specifications
• Repair and upgrade customers PCs
• Ensure smooth day to day running of shop and staff.
4. Position - PC and network engineer
Company - Compubytes systems (self employed contractor)
From - April 2003 – August 2003
I visited various schools around the west Yorkshire area repairing and installing PC and network
equipment.
Position - Stock controller
Company - Elite group
From - March 2002 – April 2003
Elite group processed clothing for several high street stores. I was employed in their warehouse
office working on a 6-2, 2-10 shift.
• Book in incoming goods on to the computer system and keep a spreadsheet –
• Arrange delivery of goods to various departments in the company –
• Supervise the warehouse on the late shift
• Create despatch notes and any other documentation –
• Cycle count stock and investigate discrepancies
Whilst at Elite, I streamlined their work flow and administrative tasks which resulted in several
hours a week saved. I also looked into a way of integrating the MRP system with our main
customers to help them to view their stock and speed up information flow.
Position - PC engineer contractor
Company - Via an agency
From - January 2002 – March 2002
I visited petrol stations around the north of England installing and configuring security
equipment and PCs.
Position - Stock controller
Company - Ciba specialty chemicals / Allied Colloids
From - June 1991 – November 2001
Responsibilities -
Ciba are a large world wide chemical company now part of the BASF group. I was involved in
various departments in my time there.
• Responsible for checking all incoming goods and creating goods received documents –
• Arranging delivery of raw materials and packaging to the various works around the
complex -
• Arranging delivery of finished products to outside warehouses and amending records to
show as of site –
• Ensuring all stock records were up to date and accurate - Checking and amending any
documents for despatching -
5. During my time at Ciba, I set up the initial computerisation of stock records checking for bugs
and recommending any changes. I was heavily involved in the rollout of two pieces of software
(business and warehouse) and the subsequent implementation of these. I also supervised the
relocation of stock into a new warehouse after a fire destroyed the old one.
Hobbies and Interests
Away from work, I am a Christian, a keen motorcyclist and also a rugby league fan
6. During my time at Ciba, I set up the initial computerisation of stock records checking for bugs
and recommending any changes. I was heavily involved in the rollout of two pieces of software
(business and warehouse) and the subsequent implementation of these. I also supervised the
relocation of stock into a new warehouse after a fire destroyed the old one.
Hobbies and Interests
Away from work, I am a Christian, a keen motorcyclist and also a rugby league fan