Gaurav Sondhi

• Drove commercial leasing operations to enhance brand visibility and market penetration.
• Spearheaded franchise acquisition initiatives to achieve growth objectives.
• Led strategy for franchise network expansion and retail space leasing across targeted areas.
• Identified, evaluated, and onboarded qualified franchise partners aligned with brand vision.

■ Drove regional sales across COCO and Franchise stores, achieving consistent YOY growth.

■ Acquired and on boarded new franchise partners, expanding retail footprint in key markets.

■ Led annual sales and margin planning with regular review to align with business goals.

■ Developed promotional strategies & new products display to improve footfall and conversions.

■ Regular review of Sales Leads with the Store Managers and plan for Sales conversion.

■ Increased staff productivity with training and coaching.

■ Introduced Finance options to make products affordable for customers.

■ Negotiated rental terms with Malls/Landlords to optimize operating costs.

■ Managed sales and daily operations of Easy Day stores in Allahabad district.

■ Developed district-level business plans and implemented store expansion strategies.

■ Monitored KPI metrics, inventory flow, and merchandising effectiveness across stores.

■ Facilitated interdepartmental coordination to ensure operational efficiency and cost control.

• Directed sales and operations for multiple stores in Allahabad district amid HyperCity transition to Future Retail.
• Executed strategic planning for Easy Day store expansion to increase market visibility.
• Streamlined cross-departmental coordination to achieve project deadlines.
• Guaranteed merchandise delivery timelines and adherence to planogram guidelines.
• Supervised training activities for new stores, focusing on recruiting Store Managers and Team Leaders.
• Optimized district profitability through effective P&L, loss prevention, and inventory management.

■ Manages Sales of a 62,000 sq. ft. hypermarket with a team of 220+ employees.

■ Maintained optimal stock levels at store and seasonal forecasting and execution.

■ Execution of marketing activities in line with the business goals.

■ Execution of Food Safety guidelines at store.

■ Analyzed staff productivity, implemented coaching plans, and recognized high performers.

■ Led sales functions of a 6,000 sq. ft. electronics store.

■ Boosted private label sales by 10% via targeted customer engagement and displays.

■ Conducted technical product training and ensured high service quality standards.

■ Review category performance and strategic planning for sales improvement of low performance categories.

■ Reduced aging inventory by implementing clearance strategies to get space for new articles.

Managed sales and profitability of a 14,000 sq. ft. ft. department.

Maintained inventory accuracy and stock rotation through effective auditing processes.

Daily Fresh should order according to sales trends and ensure availability at all times to avoid sales loss.

Played a key role in staff training and mentoring, leading to multiple team promotions.

Won the 'Best Food Safety' award at the 2010 Yearly Business Meet.

Looking after overall sales, operations, and profitability of the store (5,500 sq. ft. and a team of 12 sales associates and 2 supervisors).

Sales target communication to staff, and regular reviews for achievement.

Keeping track of the inventory system and replenishments, communicating with buyers and category heads.

Analysis of Staff Productivity.

Analysis of Category Performance, Review, and Plan for Non-Performing Categories.

• Managed store sales at Amritsar International Airport and Wagah Border.
• Ensured compliance with Airport Authority rules and regulations.
• Reported directly to location Head regarding operational updates.
• Conducted inventory management, including auditing and shrinkage control.
• Reviewed business performance to assess and order necessary merchandise.