Experience

• 

  Barek Lift Trucks

  • Hull

  • Director

    • Apr 2014 - Present
    • Hull

    Transforming Industries | Elevating Excellence | Delivering Intelligent SolutionsWith a track record of excellence spanning nearly four decades, I am proud to serve as the Owner and Director of one of the UK's leading independent, family-owned forklift and materials handling companies. Our journey in this industry, spanning 39 years, has forged an unwavering commitment to innovation, reliability, and customer satisfaction.Our Commitment:Our company's core principles are embedded in our vision and values: to offer our clients intelligent solutions, uncompromising product quality, and dependable, efficient service in every facet of our operations. Our dedication to these principles has earned us an excellent reputation as a trusted partner for businesses of all sizes across the UK.Driving Excellence:As an established and authorised dealer of the renowned TCM range of materials handling products for over two decades, we boast what is arguably the industry's most extensive selection of materials handling equipment. This partnership allows us to provide our clients with cutting-edge solutions, underpinned by the support of the world's third-largest manufacturer.Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the products we offer; it is woven into the fabric of our company. We take pride in being a one-stop solution for all your materials handling needs, catering to multi-site corporate giants and nimble SMEs alike. Whether it's a comprehensive fleet overhaul or addressing the needs of a single truck operation, we are here to deliver tailor-made solutions that elevate your operations.Let's Connect:I am passionate about driving positive change in the materials handling industry and forging lasting partnerships. If you share a vision for innovation, efficiency, and unwavering customer satisfaction, let's connect.Thank you for considering our journey as we continue to transform industries and set new standards of excellence.

• 

  J.Marr (Seafoods) Ltd

  • Global

  • International Commodity Trader - Emerging Markets

    • Sep 2003 - Apr 2014
    • Global

    International Commodity Trader - Global volume trader of fish, meat, poultry. Specialist in emerging markets trading in Africa and South America. Extensive sourcing / market / procurement experience in following markets: Uruguay, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Mauritania, South Africa, Faroe Islands, Vietnam, China, Thailand, France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, USA, Mexico, Ireland and UK. Extensive selling / market / trading experience in following African markets: Nigeria, Liberia, Congo, DRC, Ghana. Market knowledge of other West African Markets. Responsible for development of supply chain from break-bulk containerization point of view. Developing and working with senior partners in Maersk Line, CMA CGM, Nile Dutch and various freight forwarders to develop relations, negotiate annual / spot global freight contracts, project planning, problem solving. Growth from 500 - 18,000 TEUS in 5 years.