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Anand Bobade

Anand Bobade

Pune

Summary

Results-oriented Regional Sales Manager specializing in sales strategy, inventory management, and staff development. Demonstrated success in accelerating sales growth and optimizing team performance to meet organizational objectives.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Sales Manager (Private Label)

Croma
Pune
09.2022 - Current

Drove sales growth and profitability of Croma private label products in the region.

  • Ensured inventory availability and compliance with display standards across all stores.
  • Conducted store trainings to motivate staff and monitored daily performance metrics.
  • Collaborated with Category, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Service teams for seamless execution.
  • Reviewed sales figures, competitive activity, and market trends to formulate strategic actions.
  • Maintained margin retention through effective merchandising and timely issue escalations.
  • Led Aria Sales Managers and store teams to track incentives and achieve targets.

Assistant Store Manager

Croma
Pune
12.2019 - 09.2022

OB Responsibilities

  • Support Store Manager in overseeing daily store operations.
  • Drive sales performance and ensure achievement of store targets.
  • Supervise and motivate staff, assign duties, and ensure productivity.
  • Ensure excellent customer service and handle escalations effectively.
  • Monitor inventory, manage stock levels, and coordinate with backend teams.
  • Maintain store standards including cleanliness, merchandising, and product displays.
  • Ensure adherence to SOPs, security guidelines, and company policies.
  • Analyse sales reports and assist in store planning and decision-making.
  • Coordinate promotions, offers, and events to increase the sales.

Assistant Department Manager

Croma
Pune
09.2014 - 12.2019
  • Supervised sales staff to meet customer service standards consistently.
  • Developed staff roster to guarantee adequate coverage for customer inquiries.
  • Drove department sales and achieved monthly targets through strategic initiatives.
  • Ensured optimal product display, merchandising, and stock availability.
  • Managed daily inventory counts to maintain accuracy and organization.
  • Resolved customer queries and escalations promptly to enhance satisfaction.
  • Trained staff on new product line-ups to improve product knowledge.
  • Analyzed staff sales performance and provided daily and weekly reports.

Customer Service Specialist

Croma
Aurangabad
09.2010 - 09.2014
  • Assisted customers in identifying needs to enhance satisfaction.
  • Promoted and sold products and services to achieve sales targets.
  • Maintained comprehensive product knowledge to support customer inquiries.
  • Handled inquiries, transactions, and after-sales support efficiently.
  • Organized and stocked sales area to optimize customer experience.
  • Provided timely reports and feedback to management for strategic decisions.

Achieved sales targets consistently through proactive engagement strategies.

Customer Service Associate

Croma
Aurangabad
01.2008 - 09.2010
  • Assisted customers with product inquiries and technical support.

Education

MBA - Retail Management

Jain University
Bangalore
12-2023

Bachelor of Arts -

BA Graduate
Aurangabad
04-2013

High School Diploma -

Electronic Mechanic
Aurangabad
07-2005

Skills

  • Sales strategy and planning
  • Inventory management
  • Market analysis and product merchandising
  • Sales performance tracking
  • Staff training and development
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Effective communication skills
  • Performance evaluation and improvement
  • Product knowledge and enhancement

Timeline

Regional Sales Manager (Private Label)

Croma
09.2022 - Current

Assistant Store Manager

Croma
12.2019 - 09.2022

Assistant Department Manager

Croma
09.2014 - 12.2019

Customer Service Specialist

Croma
09.2010 - 09.2014

Customer Service Associate

Croma
01.2008 - 09.2010

MBA - Retail Management

Jain University

Bachelor of Arts -

BA Graduate

High School Diploma -

Electronic Mechanic
Anand Bobade