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Andrew Urbanski

Sunshine Coast,QLD

Summary

Results-driven management professional with extensive experience in leading branch operations and maximizing efficiency. Known for fostering collaborative work environment and achieving high-performance results. Reliable and adaptable, with excellent skills in leadership and client relations.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Branch Manager

ACD Trade (Beijer Ref)
04.2023 - Current
  • Implemented effective sales strategies to achieve branch targets and exceed expectations consistently.
  • Strengthened relationships with key clients, securing long-term partnerships and driving revenue growth.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives to align branch objectives with corporate goals.
  • Managed branch financials including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking for accurate reporting and decision-making support.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
  • Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and offering competitive compensation packages.

Branch Manager

Australian Airconditiong Distributors (Beijer Ref)
11.2017 - 04.2023
  • Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.
  • Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocation.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge base within the team.

Branch Manager / 2ic

Metalflex Airconditioning
11.2011 - Current
  • Delivery of customer service to develop and maintain customer relationships
  • Stock control; ordering and supply.
  • Management of staff including negotiating staff contracts; and managing staff roster.
  • Store Operations
  • Training and development
  • Visual merchandising

Picker/Packer

Linfox
12.2009 - 11.2011
  • General warehouse duties
  • Picking and packing stock onto pallets
  • Forklift driving

Stock Coordinator

Reece Civil
03.2008 - 12.2009
  • Delivery of customer service
  • Purchasing; receiving and merchandising of stock

Customer Service Agent

Avis Australia
02.2007 - 02.2008
  • Delivery of customer service
  • General clerical duties
  • Preparation and processing of rental agreements

Business Manager/Sole Proprietor

Pot Solutions
06.2004 - 01.2007
  • Delivery of customer service to develop and maintain customer relationships
  • Stock control; ordering and supply
  • Management of staff including negotiating staff contracts; and managing staff roster
  • Overseeing finances including wages and banking
  • Organization of promotions and advertising/marketing strategies.

Manager

Geelong Better Gardens
01.2001 - 06.2004
  • Delivery of customer service to develop and maintain customer relationships
  • Stock control; ordering and supply
  • Management of staff

Furnance Operator/Quality Controller

Pilkington Automotive
06.1989 - 10.2000
  • Quality Control of glass specifications
  • Operation and maintenance of die bending option 4 furnace

Education

Certificate IV - Warehousing and Distribution

Advanced Diploma - Horticulture

Forklift License - undefined

Skills

  • Strong customer relationship management
  • Proficient in customer engagement and support
  • Effective workload organization
  • Skilled in team leadership and task allocation
  • Significant retail experience
  • Operational leadership in small business
  • Proficient in computer applications
  • MS Excel
  • MS Office
  • MS PowerPoint
  • MS Word
  • Windows for workgroups

Timeline

Branch Manager

ACD Trade (Beijer Ref)
04.2023 - Current

Branch Manager

Australian Airconditiong Distributors (Beijer Ref)
11.2017 - 04.2023

Branch Manager / 2ic

Metalflex Airconditioning
11.2011 - Current

Picker/Packer

Linfox
12.2009 - 11.2011

Stock Coordinator

Reece Civil
03.2008 - 12.2009

Customer Service Agent

Avis Australia
02.2007 - 02.2008

Business Manager/Sole Proprietor

Pot Solutions
06.2004 - 01.2007

Manager

Geelong Better Gardens
01.2001 - 06.2004

Furnance Operator/Quality Controller

Pilkington Automotive
06.1989 - 10.2000

Advanced Diploma - Horticulture

Forklift License - undefined

Certificate IV - Warehousing and Distribution

Andrew Urbanski