Open To Work
MOHAMMED ATHAULLAH
Retail Operations
Bengaluru
Summary
Dynamic Area Operations Manager with a proven track record at Shoemart, driving revenue growth from AED 71 million to AED 95 million through strategic initiatives. Expert in retail operations and team leadership, I excel in merchandising and inventory control, ensuring optimal stock levels while mentoring high-performing teams to achieve exceptional results.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Area Operations Manager
Shoemart, Landmark Group
03.2010 - 07.2021
- Increased revenue to AED 95 million within two years through strategic initiatives and operational improvements.
- Managed operations for 13 retail stores covering 85,000 sq. ft., generating annual revenue of AED 71 million.
- Developed and implemented operational plans and SOPs to streamline daily, weekly, and monthly activities.
- Mentored and managed high-performing teams to enhance productivity and sales.
- Led product launches and collaborated with marketing teams to drive successful campaigns.
- Played a key role in new store launches and expansion strategies.
- Dubai, UAE
Store Manager
Shoemart, Landmark Group
03.2007 - 03.2010
- Oversaw operations of 8,000 sq. ft. store, leading a team of 13 staff to achieve operational goals.
- Achieved AED 6.5 million revenue in the first year, growing to AED 14 million within three years.
- Developed and implemented sales and marketing strategies that contributed to significant revenue growth.
- Dubai, UAE
Merchandising Manager
Bata India Ltd.
01.2001 - 01.2006
- Led merchandising for the Kids Footwear category, optimizing stock based on sell-through performance.
- Maintained 4-week stock cover across categories, enhancing availability and minimizing stock-outs.
- Managed inventory for over 300 stores across South India, ensuring optimal stock levels.
- Facilitated inter-store stock transfers, increasing sell-through rates across categories.
- Conducted store-wise inventory analysis and improved replenishment processes.
- India
Sales Executive
Bata India Ltd.
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Achieved store sales targets through effective customer engagement and sales techniques.
- Supported clients in India by addressing inquiries and providing tailored solutions.
- Developed strong relationships with clients to ensure repeat business.
- Conducted market research to identify new sales opportunities.
- Delivered product presentations and demonstrations to potential customers.
Shop Assistant
Bata India Ltd.
01.1994 - 01.1997
- Managed store inventory and updated stock levels to ensure product availability.
- Identified best-selling and slow-moving products to inform replenishment and markdown strategies.
- Conducted business operations in India to facilitate market expansion.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
Bangalore University
India01-1993
Skills
- Retail Operations & Strategy
- Store P&L Management
- Retail Sales Strategy
- Customer Experience Strategy
- Operational Efficiency
- Merchandising & Inventory Control
- Supply Chain & Procurement
- Market analysis
- Leadership & Team Development
- Store rollout
Accomplishments
- Successfully scaled regional revenue from AED 71M to AED 95M within 2 years.
- Managed large-scale retail operations across multiple locations and geographies.
- Consistently improved inventory efficiency and reduced stock-outs.
- Delivered strong business growth through strategic planning and execution.
Languages
- Arabic
- Hindi
- Kannada
- Tamil
- English
- Arabic
- Hindi
- Kannada
- Tamil
Personal Information
- Passport Number: S8128038
- Passport Expiry Date: 01/03/31
- Dependents: 2
- Date of Birth: 04/28/73
- Nationality: Indian
- Driving License: UAE
- Marital Status: Married
Certification
- Franklin Covey - The 4 Essential Roles, 2018
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
HybridSalary Range
₹40000/yr - ₹200000/yrTimeline
Area Operations Manager
Shoemart, Landmark Group
03.2010 - 07.2021
Store Manager
Shoemart, Landmark Group
03.2007 - 03.2010
Merchandising Manager
Bata India Ltd.
01.2001 - 01.2006
Sales Executive
Bata India Ltd.
01.1997 - 01.2001
Shop Assistant
Bata India Ltd.
01.1994 - 01.1997
Bachelor of Commerce -
Bangalore University