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Abdul  Lateef

Abdul Lateef

Retail Store Manager
Hyderabad

Summary

A highly experienced leader with 14 years of experience in retail management & World class restaurant management, developed a strong track record of success in managing all aspects of Store & Restaurant operations. With a proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams efficiency to achieve exceptional results, have consistently exceeded sales targets, increased profitability, and maintained high levels of customer satisfaction. Expertise in food safety & Hygiene, budgeting, inventory management, and staff hiring, training has enabled to streamline operations and improve efficiency, while strong communication and interpersonal skills have allowed to build strong relationships with customers, employees, and stakeholders. Overall, a results-driven leader with a passion for delivering exceptional service and driving business growth

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Store Manager

Avenue Supermarts Limited - Dmart
01.2024 - Current
  • Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.
  • Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies by regularly reviewing store procedures and taking corrective measures when necessary.
  • Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.

Team leader

Tesco
02.2023 - 09.2023

• Responsible for creating, improving & developing strong base for sustainability of stores in high challenging & competitive regions

•Established positive employee relationships through Employee
engagement, communication, training and coaching and development.
•Drove team to consistently exceed critical Key Performance Indicator
(KPI) targets by up to 74% by effective operational planning
•Implemented safe working methods and practices by conducting
regular audits and workplace inspections to ensure top quality
consistency.
•Set and monitored regular targets for operational team to increase
product sales and revenue
•Trained and empowered staff to resolve complaints appropriately to
maintain customer satisfaction by role modelling
•Resolved employee relations issues and navigated disciplinary
proceedings.

Store manager

Avenue Supermarts Limited (Dmart)
09.2016 - 01.2023

• People management at varies levels including managers, officers, Sales Associates, Facility staff, Housekeeping & Brand Promoters for 300+ employees working in store

• Established top notch on customer experience by investigating and introducing new varieties/ categories at lowest price in trade area resulting in Sales growth of store from INR 1.2 billion turnover in 1st FY to INR 2.16 Billion in 3 years

• Developed Liaison with Govt Authorities for smooth operation of store

• Improved store ranking by identifying performance gaps

• Reached optimal productivity by analyzing processes and updating team training

• Strengthened team performance by attracting and developing top talent

• Coached and mentored store team members to achieve multiple promotions

• Oversaw stock audits to achieve accurate inventory by reviewing weekly & monthly PI reports

• Upheld positive and proactive approach to challenges, using initiative and demonstrating commitment and flexibility

Optimised store performance through continuous evaluation of existing processes and identifying improvement opportunities in KPI increasing scores from 63% to 83%.

Restaurant general manager

KFC - Yum Restaurants
06.2009 - 09.2016

• Delivered World class operations throughout RGM journey in 4 Restaurants within 4 years

• Developed and maintained staff to provide hospitable, professional service while adhering to policies and business initiatives

• Handled escalated customer complaints to provide full resolutions and promote loyalty

• Provided monthly staff training, effectively utilizing cross-training methods to maintain highest levels of productivity

• Built sales forecasts and schedules to reflect desired productivity targets

• Met, greeted and encouraged feedback from customers, implementing positive changes based on key insights

• Provided weekly staff training, effectively utilizing cross-training methods to maintain highest levels of productivity.

Education

Bachelor's degree - Hotel Management

Global Institute of HM&CT
Hyderabad
06.2006 - 05.2009

Skills

Business acumen

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Certification

Certified First Aider, Greencross

Accomplishments

    • Improved store sales with 1.2 billion growth over 2 years span

    • Developed 3 Store Managers & 21 Officer in 3 years. Reduced shrinkage of 3.8 million in 5 months in flagship store.

    • Received Super Glue Award for "ZERO" employee turnover from Managing Director Mr.Niren Chaudhry during RGM tenure. Achieved Gold results in Audits during RGM tenure.

    • Developed managers to Restaurant managers and Team members to Shift managers.

    • Among top 40 Restaurant General Managers @ Yum Restaurant India Private Limited. Gold performer in Audits scores of the company

Timeline

Store Manager

Avenue Supermarts Limited - Dmart
01.2024 - Current

Team leader

Tesco
02.2023 - 09.2023

Store manager

Avenue Supermarts Limited (Dmart)
09.2016 - 01.2023

Restaurant general manager

KFC - Yum Restaurants
06.2009 - 09.2016

Bachelor's degree - Hotel Management

Global Institute of HM&CT
06.2006 - 05.2009
Certified First Aider, Greencross
Certified in Lean Six Sigma
Certified in Finding Your Leadership purpose.
Certified in Key Accounts Management
Abdul LateefRetail Store Manager