The document is a curriculum vitae for Paul J S Smith that outlines his professional and personal details such as address, education history, qualifications, employment history and references. It shows that he has over 15 years of experience in roles such as warehouse supervisor, relief manager and current role as operations manager for a UK company where he manages imports, distribution and customer accounts. He also has qualifications in animal science and training in health and safety, manual handling and first aid.

1. CURRICULUM VITAE
MR PAUL J S SMITH
Profile
I am dedicated and professional, benefiting from experience working in different backgrounds
which has helped to increase in my personal and professional manner within my workplace.
I am hardworking, friendly, polite and trustworthy. A versatile and highly motivated
individual who has drive, enthusiasm and commitment. Able to demonstrate a mature
approach to different situations with excellent organizational and communication skills.
Capable of working both autonomously as well as closely with others within a team
environment.
Personal Information
 Address: 24 Acre Gate, South shore, Blackpool
 Telephone: 07809364028
 Email: pjs_1982@hotmail.com
 Date of Birth: 29/4/1982
Education
 Highfield High School, Highfield Road, Blackpool.
o September 1993 – 1998
 Blackpool & Fylde College, Ashfield Road, Bispham.
o 1998 – 2000
Qualifications
 GCSE
o English Literature C
o English Language C
o Mathematics C
o Science Double Award B/B
 College
o Advanced Diploma in Animal Science, Passed with Merit
Double A Level Equivalent
Licences & Training
I hold a full clean driving licence since February 2000
I hold a full Fork lift (C/B) licence since 01.03.2016, Valid until 06/06/2019
I have had training in Health & Safety, Manual Handlin and First Aid.

2. Employment History
Sales Assistant at Pet World Focus D.I.Y - 06/1998 –03/2002
Duties - I worked mainly in the pet department looking after the animals and helping
customers with any problems they had. I also covered on all other departments when
short staffed, answering the phone, working on the checkouts and dealing with complaints.
Zoo Keeper at Blackpool Zoo - 06/2002 – 10/2004
Duties - My role was to look after the animals on the section of the zoo I worked in.
Making sure they were cleaned, fed and all of good health. Also helping the public with
any problems they might have.
Warehouse Supervisor at Focus D.I.Y./Homebase - 10/04 – 14/10/2011
I started as a Sales Assistant. After my first year I was promoted to Warehouse
Supervisor. My duties consisted of managing the flow of stock in and out of the warehouse
and supervising a small replenishment team. Receiving and booking all the deliveries on
the computer system. Keeping the warehouse and yard in order and managing waste.
Driving and maintaining the Fork Lift Truck. I was also the store Health and Safety
champion and dealt with all H&S in store.
Relief Manager at Smith’s Equipment Hire - 18/10/2011 to 28/03/2014
I started off as a counter assistant and after 18months was promoted to relief manager,
after a successful six month period covering the St Anne's store as branch Manager. My
main role was to assist the Branch manager at the Blackpool depot, where I was a key
holder and cover in his absence. I assisted with the day to day running, answering phones,
serving customers and managing the transport department. I also covered other
manager’s holidays when needed, covering in the sales office where I had recognition for
excellent performance.
Operations Manager UK at Global Water Solutions UK Pvt Ltd 01/04/2014 to Present
I currently run the UK Warehouse & Office for GWS UK. I manage the import and
distribution of all our products within the UK and Ireland. This involves ordering 40ft
Shipping Containers from around the Globe, from multiple factories, then importing them
to our UK Warehouse. Once in the warehouse the goods are stored and ship via pallets
across the county. I also place container orders which ship direct to our customers
anywhere in the world.
I deal with customers both on the phone and via email daily. Managing existing customer
accounts and helping set up new ones. Dealing with incoming invoices and also chasing
customers for any which are outstanding.
The warehouse is extremely busy; however, it is kept well organized and in turn runs very
smoothly.

3. Interests
I have quite a variety of interests such as fishing, mountain biking and walking. I also
enjoy going to the gym regularly to keep fit. I am also a keen football fan.
Experience
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Word
In house Systems (NetSuite & SAP)
Invoicing
Sales
Customer Service
Health and Safety
References
Richard Napier, Branch Manager
Smith Equipment Hire
Clifton Road
Blackpool
FY4 4QA
Tel: 01253 696980
Mobile: 07843262971
Mark Robinson, Service Desk Manager
B & Q
Whitehills Retail Park
Preston New Road
FY4 5LU
Tel: 01253 798111
Mobile: 07801424414