Hi, I’m Ryan Murray. I’m a versatile professional with experience across hospitality, retail, and stock management, known for reliability, strong customer service, and a collaborative approach to getting tasks done. I enjoy working with others to keep standards high and to find practical solutions in fast-paced environments. I’m currently studying Journalism at Robert Gordon University and am eager to combine writing, communication, and practical experience to create engaging content and support teams in various settings.

Ryan Murray

Hi, I’m Ryan Murray. I’m a versatile professional with experience across hospitality, retail, and stock management, known for reliability, strong customer service, and a collaborative approach to getting tasks done. I enjoy working with others to keep standards high and to find practical solutions in fast-paced environments. I’m currently studying Journalism at Robert Gordon University and am eager to combine writing, communication, and practical experience to create engaging content and support teams in various settings.

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Hi, I’m Ryan Murray. I’m a versatile professional with experience across hospitality, retail, and stock management, known for reliability, strong customer service, and a collaborative approach to getting tasks done. I enjoy working with others to keep standards high and to find practical solutions in fast-paced environments.

I’m currently studying Journalism at Robert Gordon University and am eager to combine writing, communication, and practical experience to create engaging content and support teams in various settings.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Branch Assistant at Makro Wholesalers
January 1, 2025 - Present
Serve customers by scanning items, security checking shopping, and issuing correct change. Accurately pick and package customer orders for delivery, replenish stock around the store, and maintain a clean environment by removing excess packaging and litter.
Waiter/Bartender at The Pinehurst Lodge
September 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024
Greeted customers, showed them to tables, took orders for food and drinks, and maintained high cleanliness throughout the bar and restaurant. Performed housekeeping tasks (hoovering, dusting, polishing cutlery, washing dishes) and handled payments with accurate change.
Sales Assistant at WHSmith
June 1, 2023 - August 31, 2024
Provided high levels of customer service, replenished stock to keep the store inviting, set up displays neatly, and counted and bundled newspapers at the end of the day. Developed time management, customer handling, teamwork, and organizational skills.
Stock Management at Dingbro Ltd
July 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023
Fulfilled stock orders for branches and depots across Scotland and England, located and handled stock, and ensured deliveries met deadlines. Verified stock on the computerised system to prevent misplacements and inaccuracies.
Housekeeper at Cairn Group Hotel
September 1, 2021 - May 31, 2022
Cleaned and maintained high standards of room condition; required physical fitness for long shifts, strong attention to detail, and adherence to time schedules. Maintained confidentiality and data protection, and followed Health & Safety guidelines.
Food and Beverage Assistant at P&J Live
August 1, 2020 - August 31, 2021
Prepared and served food and beverages, interacted politely with customers, and collaborated with colleagues to present and deliver food in the best possible way.

Education

Journalism (Bachelor's degree) at Robert Gordon University
September 1, 2025 - January 9, 2026
Journalism (Certificate of higher education) at North East Scotland College
August 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024
Business Management (Scottish Higher) at Bucksburn Academy
May 1, 2020 - April 30, 2021
Administration and IT (Scottish Higher) at Bucksburn Academy
May 1, 2020 - April 30, 2021
History (Scottish Higher) at Bucksburn Academy
May 1, 2020 - April 30, 2021
English (Scottish Higher) at Bucksburn Academy
May 1, 2020 - April 30, 2021
History (National 5) at Bucksburn Academy
May 1, 2019 - April 30, 2020
English (National 5) at Bucksburn Academy
May 1, 2019 - April 30, 2020
Administration and IT (National 5) at Bucksburn Academy
May 1, 2019 - April 30, 2020
Business Management (National 5) at Bucksburn Academy
May 1, 2019 - April 30, 2020
Physics (National 5) at Bucksburn Academy
May 1, 2019 - April 30, 2020
Mathematics (National 5) at Bucksburn Academy
May 1, 2019 - April 30, 2020
Applied Mathematics (National 5) at Bucksburn Academy
May 1, 2019 - April 30, 2020

Qualifications

Driving Licence
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2031

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Retail, Wholesale & Distribution, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services, Education