Amit Gaddikeri
Bengaluru
Summary
Extensively experienced in the retail industry, successfully managed complete operations of multiple retail supermarkets and oversaw new store launches. Expertise includes inventory management, pricing strategies, purchase processes, vendor management, customer grievance handling, employee management, planogram implementation, and visual merchandise. Strong background in retail operations and management, offline and digital marketing, and competition analysis.
Overview
1825
1825
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
FOUNDER WORKING PARTNER
D AND D SUPERMARTS
06.2019 - 07.2024
- Responsible for entire business as the only working partner, including purchase, inventory management, sales/marketing, operations, and accounts.
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Handled on an average of 400 walk-ins every day.
Senior Retail Operations Manager
INDWELL RETAIL
10.2016 - 04.2018
- Worked on every department from hiring staff to running operations, contributing to the establishment of 11 supermarkets.
- Managed budgets effectively by monitoring expenses closely, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and allocating resources strategically.
- Oversaw all aspects of store operations, ensuring consistent compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
- Analyzed operational expenses and cost of inventory to identify losses and developed strategies for increased profits.
- Handled 75 staff members.
Sales Consultant (Contracted)
Century 21st
09.2016 - 03.2017
- Promoted client’s products/services to target markets and closed sales.
Sales Manager
Clicktable Technologies
04.2016 - 09.2016
- Developed client base and ensured steady business from existing clients.
Area Sales Manager
Bharti Airtel Ltd
03.2014 - 04.2016
- Maximized prepaid market share, managed branding and promotional activities, and improved collection and retention efficiency.
- Successfully improved market share from 31% to 31.5% within my territory.
- Enhanced collection efficiency from 38% to 40% (B1).
- Successfully handled VIP accounts with 100% retention rate.
Executive - Channel Sales
Amkette
01.201 - 03.201
- Increased business reach by signing new channel partners and enhancing brand awareness.
Education
PG Diploma( Mechanical ) -
Aegis School of Business
Bangalore, Karnataka01.2012
B.Tech/B.E.( Mechanical ) -
BLDEA Dr V P PGH College of Engineering And Technology
Bijapur, Karnataka01.2010
Skills
- FMCG
- Inventory Management
- Operations Management
- Profit and Loss Management
- Operational Analysis
- Retail Operations
- Strategic Planning
- Purchase Management
- Pricing
- Shrinkage Control
- Loss Prevention
- Budgeting
- Vendor Management
- Digital Marketing
- Offline Marketing
- Retail Store Operations
- Team Leadership
- Strategic Thinking
- Revenue Generation
- Entrepreneurial and Innovative
- Client Engagement
- Customer Service Excellence
- Visual Merchandising
Certification
- Retail Management
- Retail Management- Merchandising, Distribution And Marketing
Languages
English
Hindi
Kannada
Timeline
FOUNDER WORKING PARTNER
D AND D SUPERMARTS
06.2019 - 07.2024
Senior Retail Operations Manager
INDWELL RETAIL
10.2016 - 04.2018
Sales Consultant (Contracted)
Century 21st
09.2016 - 03.2017
Sales Manager
Clicktable Technologies
04.2016 - 09.2016
Area Sales Manager
Bharti Airtel Ltd
03.2014 - 04.2016
PG Diploma( Mechanical ) -
Aegis School of Business
B.Tech/B.E.( Mechanical ) -
BLDEA Dr V P PGH College of Engineering And Technology
Executive - Channel Sales
Amkette
01.201 - 03.201
Projects
Research on Mobile app Developers, 61 Days, Determine whether mobile App developers are willing to test their apps for compatibility across various Platforms. Research on Blackberry Users, 30 Days, Find out whether Organisations are Interested in offering training to its employees to take full advantage of their Blackberry phone.
Personal Information
- Total Experience: 10 Years 0 Month
- Date of Birth: 04/27/87
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Projects
Research on Mobile app Developers, 61 Days, Determine whether mobile App developers are willing to test their apps for compatibility across various Platforms. Research on Blackberry Users, 30 Days, Find out whether Organisations are Interested in offering training to its employees to take full advantage of their Blackberry phone.
Personal Information
- Total Experience: 10 Years 0 Month
- Date of Birth: 04/27/87
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
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