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Kemi proves that you don’t need logistics experience to succeed as a delivery business owner

You don’t need logistics experience to succeed as a DSP business owner.

Wednesday 26 January 2022

Kemi proves that you don’t need logistics experience to succeed as a delivery business owner
You don’t need logistics experience to succeed as a DSP business owner.
 
From Underground to On the Road
 
“Logistics is thriving”
After 14 years working with the London Underground, Kemi was ready for a new challenge. She recognised that logistics was flourishing and that as a DSP she could lead a business of her own, receive higher rewards and make a positive impact in her local community whilst being supported by the DSP programme.
 
Leveraging Transferable Skills
 
“I take a personal interest in my drivers from day one”
Kemi didn’t have logistics experience when she joined the programme but she was wealthy in people management and business improvement skills. In fact, Kemi believes that it’s her expertise recruiting
and leading people that has been the foundation for her success. She ensures she’s available for her drivers with an open door policy and that any issues are resolved together. If Kemi notices that a driver isn’t performing to their best, she goes out on the road with them, offers feedback and gives them the opportunity to grow.
 
A Sense of Belonging
 
“They feel valued”
Kemi has intentionally recruited drivers from different walks of life and created a setting when they feel like a team. As such her drivers support one another and work together to ensure daily and team
targets are achieved. In just nine months Kemi’s business grew to 49 active drivers. She enjoys being dedicated to customer satisfaction and ensuring that everyone is happy and supported.
 
“I didn’t have a logistics or business ownership background. You need not have it all - just the potential, qualities and drive. Amazon will get you ready to go. They lay out a bite-sized plan that is very achievable. My dreams became a reality. It’s been life-changing and I have a work-life balance that works for me and my kids”
 
Join a robust community of small businesses like Uli’s and you will help deliver thousands of parcels to Amazon customers every day.
 
What is Amazon offering?
 
Low startup costs – Start your business with as little as £10,000, total of £25,000 in liquid assets required.
 
Getting you started – Benefit from deals on Amazon-branded vans, comprehensive insurance, industrial-grade handheld devices, and other services help you get your delivery business up and running.
 
Training provided – We provide multi-week training to ensure you’re set up for success, starting with a one-week introduction to Amazon in our Head Office location, followed by time in the field working alongside the community of existing owners and drivers to learn the tips and tricks of operating a successful delivery business from those who know it best.
 
A comprehensive toolkit – We give you tools and technology to run your business, including daily processes designed to keep your operation running smoothly.
 
On-demand support – Owners receive support from Amazon, which includes an operations manual, driver assistance for on-road issues, and an account manager.
 
Share our experience – Amazon shares more than 20 years of technological and logistics experience to guide you in one of the fastest-growing industries in the world.
 
These owners can then build their business knowing they will have:
Access to the company’s sophisticated delivery technology
Hands-on training
 
Discounts on a suite of assets and services, including Amazon-branded vehicles customised for delivery, Amazon-branded clothing and comprehensive insurance. If you want to learn more about the program, please submit your details here.
 
 
 

Wednesday 26 January 2022

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