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Bimal AB

Retail Store Manager

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Store Manager

Reliance Trends
Alappuzha , Kerala
08.2022 - Current
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Developed and implemented successful staff incentive programs to motivate employees.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.

Assistant Manager

Lifestyle International Private
Kozhikode , Kerala
05.2017 - 08.2022
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
  • Developed strategy to increase sales and drive profits.
  • Monitored security to protect employees, customers and property.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.

Customer Service Associate

Reliance Footprint
Eranakulam , Kerala
11.2013 - 04.2017
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Informed customers about special promotions and provided detailed information for various products.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Provided product and service recommendations to guide customers on products to meet varying needs.
  • Handled billing and payment issues following guidelines, resolving disputes properly.
  • Solved problems with products and services by providing customers with technical support.
  • Kept detailed records of customer interactions to track and resolve issues quickly.

Education

Bachelor Of Commerce -

St Michael's HSS Kaduthuruthy
Kaduthuruthy, Kottayam
04.2008 - 03.2011

Skills

Team leadership and coaching

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Timeline

Store Manager

Reliance Trends
08.2022 - Current

Assistant Manager

Lifestyle International Private
05.2017 - 08.2022

Customer Service Associate

Reliance Footprint
11.2013 - 04.2017

Bachelor Of Commerce -

St Michael's HSS Kaduthuruthy
04.2008 - 03.2011
Bimal ABRetail Store Manager