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Harishankar G.

Harishankar G.

Chennai

Summary

Dynamic Store Manager with a proven track record at Tanishq Jewellery, excelling in sales strategy and inventory management. Adept at enhancing customer experiences and leading high-performing teams. Skilled in visual merchandising and operational oversight, driving significant revenue growth while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. Dynamic Store Manager with proven success in sales strategies, inventory management, and staff training. Expertise in enhancing customer experience and implementing operational compliance.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Tanishq Jewellery – Titan Company
08.2025 - Current
  • Sales & Strategy Management: Develop and execute sales strategies to hit monthly and annual revenue targets. This includes analyzing sales reports, foot traffic, and conversion ratios to adjust floor tactics in real-time.
  • Inventory & Stock Control: Oversee the lifecycle of precious metal inventory, including daily stock audits, replenishment of fast-moving designs, and coordinating with headquarters for special orders.
  • Security & Loss Prevention: Implement rigorous security protocols and daily checks to prevent theft or shrinkage, ensuring all high-value items are accounted for during opening and closing.
  • Team Leadership & Training: Recruit, train, and mentor staff on product knowledge (gold purity, gemstones), luxury sales techniques, and ethical conduct.
  • Customer Experience & Relationship Management: Manage VIP client relationships (clienteling) and resolve complex customer complaints or escalations regarding pricing and returns.
  • Operational Compliance: Ensure the showroom adheres to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for billing, hallmarking regulations, and government compliance for precious metal sales.
  • Visual Merchandising: Maintain high standards of store presentation, ensuring displays are attractive, secure, and aligned with brand guidelines.
  • Financial Reporting: Prepare regular performance reports for senior management covering sales metrics, budget adherence, and staff productivity.

Sr Manager - Admin, PR & Marketing

AVR Swarna Mahal Jewellry Limited
03.2022 - 07.2025
  • Supervised daily operations of administrative department and staff members.
  • Hired, trained, and evaluated employees while implementing corrective actions.
  • Developed and enhanced administrative systems, policies, and procedures.
  • Ensured office supply availability and equipment maintenance.
  • Collaborated with accounting and management teams to set budgets and process payroll.
  • Planned and promoted office events, including meetings and training sessions.
  • Collected and organized information using digital systems and filing methods.
  • Oversaw special projects, tracking progress towards company objectives.

Business Head

Swipelah India Private Limited
01.2021 - 11.2022

Collaborated with functional consultants to establish Franchise Management task force.

  • Executed Franchise Management framework and strategies effectively.
  • Led development of Franchise Management System, integrating Functional and Operational insights.
  • Prepared and implemented organization’s Franchisee tasks aligned with vision and strategic goals.
  • Managed Franchisee strategy, budget planning, and performance objectives for zonal and regional teams.
  • Recruited, trained, and evaluated new staff through performance appraisals.
  • Developed and executed business, marketing, and advertising strategies to enhance franchise growth quarterly.
  • Maintained stakeholder relations and negotiated contracts to maximize organizational benefits.
  • Led strategic planning initiatives to align business goals with market trends.

Business Head

Innovatiq Events
08.2018 - 12.2021

Senior Manager - BD

PineLabs Private Limited
10.2016 - 07.2018

Manager - Corporate Sales

Trent Limited
11.2010 - 09.2016

Manager - Key Accounts & Affiliations

Sodexo SVC India Pvt Ltd
03.2006 - 10.2010

Showroom Manager

Prakash Gold Palace
09.2004 - 02.2006

Floor Manager

Kazhana Jewellery Pvt Ltd
10.2000 - 08.2004

Education

M.B.A. - Sales & Distribution Management, Marketing Research & Consumer Behaviour, Hotel Management

Annamalai University
01.2008

B.B.A. - Business Administration and Management

University of Madras
Chennai
01.2004

Diploma - Plastics Mould Technology

Central institute of Plastics Engineering & Technology (CIPET)
01.2000

Skills

  • Sales and business development
  • Inventory management
  • Staff training and supervision
  • Customer experience enhancement
  • Operations oversight
  • Visual merchandising
  • Reporting and analysis

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 10/20/81
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married

Languages

  • Tamil
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Telugu
  • Malayalam

Professional Courses

Autocad 2000, CSC Computer Education Pvt Ltd

Core Roles Responsibilities

  • Sales & Strategy Management
  • Inventory & Stock Control
  • Security & Loss Prevention
  • Team Leadership & Training
  • Customer Experience & Relationship Management
  • Operational Compliance
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Financial Reporting

Linguistic Abilities

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Tamil
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Telugu
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Malayalam
Beginner
A1

Timeline

Store Manager

Tanishq Jewellery – Titan Company
08.2025 - Current

Sr Manager - Admin, PR & Marketing

AVR Swarna Mahal Jewellry Limited
03.2022 - 07.2025

Business Head

Swipelah India Private Limited
01.2021 - 11.2022

Business Head

Innovatiq Events
08.2018 - 12.2021

Senior Manager - BD

PineLabs Private Limited
10.2016 - 07.2018

Manager - Corporate Sales

Trent Limited
11.2010 - 09.2016

Manager - Key Accounts & Affiliations

Sodexo SVC India Pvt Ltd
03.2006 - 10.2010

Showroom Manager

Prakash Gold Palace
09.2004 - 02.2006

Floor Manager

Kazhana Jewellery Pvt Ltd
10.2000 - 08.2004

M.B.A. - Sales & Distribution Management, Marketing Research & Consumer Behaviour, Hotel Management

Annamalai University

B.B.A. - Business Administration and Management

University of Madras

Diploma - Plastics Mould Technology

Central institute of Plastics Engineering & Technology (CIPET)
Harishankar G.