Mark Britten
@markbritten
Strategic Operations & Project Leader with 15+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a strategic and results-focused Operations & Project Leader with over 15 years of experience driving business growth and leading cross-functional teams. My expertise lies in delivering multimillion-pound construction and operational initiatives across diverse sectors, consistently managing high-impact projects under budget and ahead of schedule.
Throughout my career, I have built scalable business operations and improved health, safety, and compliance performance. I am fluent in English and Russian, which enhances my ability to communicate effectively with multicultural teams. My strong background in data analysis, financial oversight, and stakeholder communication has been pivotal in achieving operational excellence.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Team Leader
Tesco
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Led daily operations and staff coordination for one of the UK's busiest retail environments. Ensured compliance, health & safety, and KPI targets were consistently met.
Operations Coordinator / Campaign Manager
Selling Simplified
May 2022 - Nov 2023 (1 year 6 months)
Created and managed data campaigns across various online platforms, both internal and external. Delivered reports on campaign status and success, coordinating delivery with all stakeholders.
Newsagent & Off-Licence
Self Employed
Jul 2019 - May 2022 (2 years 10 months)
Determined optimal stock mix and levels to meet demand and minimize costs, hitting sales targets through operational expansion and new customer acquisition. Formulated marketing and promotional strategies to drive business revenue.
Health & Safety Project Manager / Coordinator
Mamas & Papas
Jan 2018 - Jul 2019 (1 year 6 months)
Created Excel and BI dashboards for reporting key data and trends, producing and maintaining compliance documentation. Established control and risk management procedures across all sites and stores.
Project Manager
Rosinter Restaurants
Controlled and led project teams including architects, designers, and IT, managing the tender process and contract approval. Developed budgets and time schedules, ensuring cost control and quality during execution.
General Manager
Redbox Co.
Managed various projects to establish business operations and implement procedures, identifying suitable locations and overseeing construction of new facilities. Responsible for financial reporting and budget control exceeding 10 million US dollars.
General Manager
Keyspace
Established Russia’s first self-storage company, identifying suppliers and adapting manufacturing processes. Responsible for all management accounts, focusing on profitability, sales, and expenditure.
Operations Director
SafeSpace
Sourced and established new premises, overseeing the design and fit-out of over 8000 m2 of warehousing. Assisted with the successful launch of the business, developing and implementing marketing strategies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Colne Valley High School
GCSE's, General Studies
Completed General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) with a focus on core subjects. Studied Mathematics, English, Geography, Biology, and Social Science.
Huddersfield Technical College
Certificate, General Studies
Undertook studies at Huddersfield Technical College. Specific field and detailed curriculum information are not provided.
Distant Learning
Certification, Computer Skills
Completed the European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) through distant learning. This certification demonstrates proficiency in computer skills.
Prince 2
Certification, Project Management
Obtained Prince2 certification, a widely recognized project management methodology. This demonstrates expertise in structured project management.
University of Leeds
Coursework, Economics for Management
Completed a course in Economics for Management at the University of Leeds. This enhanced understanding of economic principles in a business context.
Microsoft
Certification, Data Analysis
Completed a course on Power BI and Data Analysis through Microsoft. This training focused on data visualization and analytical skills.
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