Alex Newton

Throughout my career, I have honed a range of skills that I believe are essential for success. I excel in providing clear instructions, constructive feedback, and handling conflicts with calm fairness. My dedication to customer service and sales is demonstrated through a focus on empathy and strategic implementation of marketing tactics.

Additionally, I bring strong organizational and financial acumen, capable of managing budgets and ensuring seamless operations. My adaptability, combined with technical proficiency, allows me to remain responsive to challenges and innovative in my approach to problem-solving. My extensive experience in leadership roles aligns perfectly with the dynamic and forward-thinking ethos of your company.

I am driven by a desire to motivate and develop teams that consistently exceed expectations, much like the renowned standard of performance at your organization. Moreover, my strategic insight into sales and customer service excellence, coupled with my ability to manage and optimize operational processes, makes me a versatile candidate ready to tackle any challenge your team may face. I am particularly impressed by your company's initiatives to innovate within the industry, and I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to such a pioneering environment.

Store Manager at Footasylum (2024-10 – Present)

Store Manager responsible for overall store performance and operations.

• Store Management: Responsible for the overall performance of assigned store, including sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
• Staff Management: Oversee staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
• Customer Service: Ensure positive customer experience by addressing inquiries, handling complaints, and providing assistance.
• Stock Management: Manage inventory, ensuring sufficient stock levels to meet customer demand.
• Sales and Profitability: Develop strategies to increase sales and improve profitability, including marketing programs and promotions.
• Store Operations: Ensure the store is well-maintained, clean, and organized, creating a positive shopping environment.

Store catering Manager at Compass Group (2023-11 – 2024-10)

• Responsible for the overall efficient and effective management of the contract to ensure great quality, consistent food and beverage services across all areas.
• Maintain positive client relationships ensuring smooth operations.
• Ensure the smooth planning of the contract and resources to deliver a first-class service to our clients and customers.
• Responsible for the management, recruitment, development and training of team members.
• Ensure the contract is fully compliant with company policies and procedures.
• Deliver on the agreed financial budget and run commercially in line with net income and cost targets.

Ground Worker/Landscaper Owner at Newton's Groundwork & Landscaping (2020-01 – 2023-02)

Ran own Landscaping company based in Warrington working all over the North West. Performed a wide range of Hard and Soft Landscaping and groundworks. Managed a team of 6 people, giving daily instructions on targets to hit and complete each day. Additional responsibilities included customer housing pricing, quote generation, and monthly staff payments.

Warehouse operator / Supervisor at Dreams Warehouse (2016-09 – 2020-01)

Started as a warehouse operator on picking and received promotion to Supervisor. Managed a small team of 6/8 people, ensuring tasks were completed on time and targets were hit.

• Motivate team to be the best they can be on every shift.
• Report to managers on team's progression every day.
• Ensure customers orders were picked and sent out for delivery every night without fail or items missing.

Sports and Leisure Manager at School Lettings Solutions Ltd (2015-08 – 2016-09)

Set up for the sports team either in the sports hall or dance studio or grass areas. Maintained great support and communication for the clubs using facilities. Ensured everything ran smoothly. Responsible for opening up and locking up the building before and after clients used the schools facilities in the evening. Company went into administration.

Maths – William Beamont Community High School (2006 – 2011)

Science – William Beamont Community High School (2006 – 2011)

English – William Beamont Community High School (2006 – 2011)

ITC – William Beamont Community High School (2006 – 2011)