David Leggett

Reliable, experienced and hard-working warehouse and logistics professional with over 40 years' hands-on experience across all areas of warehouse operations, goods-in, distribution, stock handling and team support. Consistently safety-conscious, practical and organised, with a strong work ethic and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. Familiar with fast-paced, high-volume environments, following procedures, meeting targets, and maintaining high standards of health and safety.

Approachable and supportive, used to helping colleagues, sharing knowledge, and adapting quickly to changing priorities. Keen to contribute to smooth daily operations and be a dependable member of the team.

Warehouse Operations / Team Support at BOUGHEY Logistics (2007-01 – 2026-09)

Worked in all areas of busy warehouse operations, ensuring the smooth running of daily activities to meet operational and safety standards. Roles held: Nights Operations Manager 2007–2024; Goods Handling Team Manager 2005–2007; Nights Operations Manager July 2025–Sept 2026; Goods Handling / Goods-In / Recycling / Maintenance Oct 2024–July 2025

• Assisted with all aspects of goods-in, goods handling, storage and dispatch
• Supported teams in meeting productivity, quality and KPI targets
• Monitored and maintained high standards of health and safety at all times
• Helped train, guide and support colleagues, including those with individual needs
• Coordinated with other departments to resolve issues and keep operations running smoothly
• Identified practical ways to improve efficiency and working practices
• Managed recycling of cardboard and plastic, and supported site maintenance
• Worked flexibly across shifts, adapting to changing priorities and workload
• Used SAP and other warehouse systems for recording and tracking stock

Warehouse & Goods-In Supervisor at MORRISONS DISTRIBUTION – RUDHEATH (1995-01 – 2005-12)

Helped set up and establish the new distribution site from opening.

• Handled high-volume goods-in operations — checking, processing and moving stock
• Assisted with training, inducting and supporting new team members
• Managed inbound deliveries, checked product quality and ensured accurate recording
• Coordinated with warehouse teams to maintain steady stock flow
• Operated within strict schedules, handling approx. 170 vehicles and 3,500 pallets per shift
• Worked closely with transport and warehouse teams to resolve delivery issues

Warehouse & Goods-In Team Leader at MORRISONS – WINSFORD (1993-01 – 1995-12)

• Managed inbound deliveries, trailer tipping and goods-in checking
• Organised stock rotation and accurate storage
• Handled temperature-controlled chilled and frozen stock carefully
• Processed returns and maintained accurate stock records
• Kept the warehouse tidy, safe and fully operational day-to-day

Warehouse & Distribution Assistant / Team Leader at WH SMITH WHOLESALE (1983-01 – 1993-12)

• Ran efficient warehouse and distribution operations
• Planned and coordinated delivery routes and schedules
• Managed distribution of newspapers and magazines across the local area
• Ensured all deliveries went out on time and customers received their orders correctly
• Maintained reliable service standards and looked after fleet and stock