Varinder Sehmi has over 25 years of experience in logistics and operations management. He has a proven track record of managing teams, developing customer relationships, achieving high service levels, and coming in under budget. His most recent role was as a Team Leader for Transfreight Automotive Logistics Europe-Toyota Burnaston, where he managed 40-50 employees and ensured just-in-time delivery of all parts to Toyota's production plant in Europe.

1. MR VARINDER SEHMI
4 Mill Acre Close
Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 9JQ.
Personal
Information
E-mail: vsehmi@hotmail.com
Mobile: 07956847188
Date of Birth: 28 June 1969
Objective
I am a highly confident and self-motivated individual who responds well
under high levels of pressure and under the strictest of time criteria. I am
very enthusiastic and have a drive for success where I not only satisfy or
exceed customers’ requirement but also produce these results cost
effectively. My skills include that of developing relationships across the
whole of the supply chain in order for the company to recognise its full
potential, I realise the paramount importance of this. These skills are readily
transferable regardless of the size or sector the company may be in. I
believe in giving 100% and getting my hands dirty when necessary, my vast
experience allows me to identify any struggling area of an organisation
reallocate resources to that area until an optimal result has been achieved.I
have proficient knowledge in many computer packages and programmes,
including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Lotus, JBA, AS400 and many
varieties of traffic and warehousing systems. I am very ambitious and
innovative which allows me to motivate my staff, increase moral and achieve
the aspirations of the company. These skills are important for the company
as a whole to benefit rather than any one department.
Professional
experience
Transfreight Automotive Logistics Europe-Toyota Burnaston
Team Leader-APRIL 2008 – SEPT 2015
 Responsible for 40-50 on shift basis
 Main responsibilities are managing all logistics activity for Toyota
production plant to ensure all parts in Europe arrive on time in full
for production at plant Maintaining 100 % delivery via our 120
vehicles each day. Arranging special requirments for customer and
also all aspects of Health and Safety on site. Planning production at
suppliers with Toyota Brussels and creating load plans each month
to meet route plans at efficient cost.
 Year to date achieved 99% service level and kpi,s are of high
standard. I have achieved this under the budget that is given to me
by Toyota therefore saving the company 10% of the initial budget
and achieving high standards for the customer.
 Regular meetings with Managers of Toyota and also the General
Manager building a great relationship with the customer.
DHL EXEL BULL RING BIRMINGHAM
Selfridges In Store Operations Manager FEB 2007-APRIL 2008
 Responsible for 25 people including 3 team leaders
 Main responsibilities are managing all stock in to the store and
supplying the stock efficiently to all five floors. Also all stock going
out is sent correctly to suppliers and other stores. Provide extra
value service to the customer.
 Year to date achieved 99% service level and kpi,s are of high
standard. I have achieved this under the budget that is given to me
by DHL therefore saving the company 10% of the initial budget and
achieving high standards for the customer.
 Regular meetings with 40 Managers of Selfridges and also the
General Manager building a great relationship with the customer.
 Passed Health and Safety audits by DHL and Selfridges with 92%
and also DHL effective operations audit with 95%

2. DHL EXEL Hams Hall, West Midlands
Reebok Contract First Line Manager NOV 2005-FEB 2007
 Responsible for approx 35 people ranging from warehouse, Quality
Control and administration staff.
 Main duties include booking containers (loaded) from abroad and
tipping them in the warehouse, palletising the stock and then storing
the stock in the racking. Stock is called of from various customers
through Reeboks computer system and liaising with our transport
department we ship to customers.
 Year to date I have achieved 99.75% on time in full deliveries for
Reebok. Also all containers have a process which the stock has to
be Quality controlled on site, From the point of the stock arriving to it
being system landed we have to complete this within 48hrs.Which
we have achieved 100%.
 I deal with Reebok directly on daily basis and supply reports relating
to performance and staff to Operation Manager for DHL and also
relevant people at Reebok.
 I am well within budget and utilise staff accordingly also I have
developed a unique training plan to develop my full time staff.
Whittalls Wines Ltd Walsall, West Midlands. WS2 9SQ
Warehouse and Distribution Manager FEB 2003 –AUG 2005
 Responsible for 30 people across all levels from management to
administration to warehouse staff.
 Vast and varied cliental ranging from Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Netto to the
local corner shop with 300 to 400 SKU’s.
 Responsible for specialised segment of next day fine wine delivery.
 Designed and implemented logistics concepts for the company, which
significantly reduced capital costs.
 Harmonised vehicle activity across all contracts increasing profit and
ensuring ROI.
 Designed a employee training programme which achieved a 34%
improvement in staff attitude and moral, hence programmes were
adapted at other depots.
 Managed third party logistics contracts, built several good relationships
with reliable companies. Which ultimately lead to better discounted rates
in the long terms.
Virgin Drinks Company Doncaster, Yorkshire
Logistics Manager FEB 1994 – MAR 2002
 Accountable for the accuracy of stock levels in the warehouse.
 Developed customer relationships increasing sales.
 Built a team from scratch, with good work ethic and increased efficiency.
 Maintained a weekly service level of 98%
 Planned best routes for deliveries being made across the nation.
 Designed and monitored measures for quality control.
Cott Beverages Limited Castleford, Yorkshire
Customer Services Manager 1992 to 1994
National Westminister Bank Chingford, Essex
Cashier/Administration Officer 1989 to 1991
Education 1986 - 1988 Sir George Monoux Walthamstow, London
 Mathematics ‘A’ Level Grade C
 Accounts ‘A’ Level Grade C
 Biology ‘A’ Level Grade C