Claire Smirthwaite
About Claire Smirthwaite
Claire Smirthwaite is a Shift Manager at Amazon Logistics, where she has worked since 2017. She has extensive experience in operations and management, having previously held positions at Royal Mail and Gist, and she holds a BA (HONS) in Business Studies and a CIPD Level 5 in Human Resources Development.
Current Role at Amazon Logistics
Claire Smirthwaite has been serving as a Shift Manager at Amazon Logistics since 2017. In this role, she oversees daily operations, ensuring efficiency and productivity within the logistics framework. Her responsibilities include managing staff, coordinating shifts, and implementing operational strategies to meet organizational goals. Claire's experience in this position has contributed to her understanding of logistics management and team leadership.
Previous Experience at Amazon Logistics
Before her current role, Claire worked as an Operations Supervisor at Amazon Logistics for eight months in 2016. During this time, she was responsible for supervising various operational processes and ensuring that the logistics operations ran smoothly. This position provided her with valuable insights into the intricacies of logistics and supply chain management.
Experience at Royal Mail
Claire Smirthwaite has extensive experience with Royal Mail, where she held multiple positions over a span of seven years. She served as a Delivery Office Manager from 2008 to 2015, managing delivery operations in Hampshire. Prior to that, she participated in the Graduate Scheme as a Work Area Manager from 2006 to 2008, where she developed her management skills and gained practical experience in the postal service sector.
Educational Background
Claire studied at Sheffield Hallam University, where she earned a BA (HONS) in Business Studies from 2002 to 2006. She furthered her education at ICS Learn, obtaining a CIPD Level 5 qualification in Human Resources Development between 2015 and 2017. This educational background has equipped her with essential skills in business management and human resources.
Early Career at Gist
Claire began her career at Gist, where she worked as a Shift Manager during her placement year from 2004 to 2005. This role marked her initial foray into supply chain management, providing her with foundational experience in operational oversight and team management.