Strategic and innovative Operations Manager with ability to optimize the ways of working through people, processes and technology and maximise contribution of physical stores to drive customer satisfaction. Set Store Operating model plan , working cross functionally in transforming the role of physical store in line with global strategic direction. Empowering leaders who support company with unique perspectives and appreciate that colleagues are at the core of the organization's success. Genuine influencer who thrives on tough challenges and translates visions and strategies into actionable, value-added goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Hennes & Mauritz Retail Private Limited
Mumbai
01.2024 - Current
Contribute towards creating a seamless customer experience by ensuring the Omni Store Operating Model is implemented and maintained across India market.
Secure efficient and successful roll-out of technical capabilities to full benefit realization from our products eg- RFID stock accuracy and shrinkage analysis and action.
Use customer insights to reduce pain points impacting on the physical store journey , setting focused actions. Review the NPS results along with Area Teams to uplift the customer experience.
Follow-up on implemented tech solutions and operational models, and ensuring that best practices are applied and expected key results are met across market.
Lead and develop talent to build a high performing team.
Handled staff training initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce to meet dynamic customer demands.
Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
Area HR Manager
H&M, Hennes & Mauritz Retail Pvt Ltd.
Mumbai
04.2020 - 12.2023
Responsible for supporting the Sales & Profit by setting and implementing a HR strategy for West Region(Maharashtra/Gujarat/Madhya Pradesh and Chattisghar) of H&M India compromising of 20 stores and 600+ colleagues.
Make sure that Area actively works with succession planning, talent development and structured performance management, based on business goals, values and leadership.
Part of the Internal Complaints Committee for H&M India for past 2 years responsible for inquiry, investigation and redressal of complaints relating to sexual harassment in a fair and expeditious manner and as per the time frame prescribed.
Analyze training needs as per changing scenarios and created training modules to positively impact business. Certified Trainer for core Introduction trainings like Culture & Value and customer service training modules.
Support leaders to strengthen and develop their leadership skills. Implementation of Clifton Strength Finder and 360 feedback and creation of development plan to impact contribution and results.
Measure and follow-up results of Area goals with HR KPI’s and execute store visits to see theory in practice and set clear actions to achieve and constantly improve results.
Work with HR tools such as Smart Recruiters, Excelity HCM, People Data- SAP Success Factor to maintain quality colleague data.
Established fair and attractive work conditions at stores and ensure that all employee relation responsibilities; legal requirements and H&M policies are fulfilled to meet the expectations of customers and colleagues.
Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
HR Business Partner -Talent Acquisition 2019-2020
Employer Branding- Collaborate with marketing, human resources and business leaders to establish employer brand identity.
Analyze future Area needs, establish action plan to fulfill needs and follow up and implement quality recruitment process for all positions, in line with global recruitment process.
Sourcing and Recruitment-Market open positions via company’s careers page, Source candidates utilizing social media, resume databases, industry contacts, professional networks, etc.
Managing hiring metrics such as Source Mix, Average CTC, Cost per Hire, TAT etc.
Responsible for functional hiring at all levels for various domains such as Operations, SCM, HR, Buying & Merchandising, Marketing, Finance.
Ensure implementation of recruitment automation processes such as online skill assessment tool & Internal job posting tool.
Store Manager -2016-2019
Responsible for achieving Sales and Profit goals for Store by creating plan to deliver a Great Customer Experience in line with Area.
Ensured to have Great Team and support its development. Worked with succession planning, talent and leadership development and structured performance management, based on results, values and leadership.
Store Manager
Big Bazaar, Future Group
Mumbai
12.2013 - 06.2016
Assistant Store Manager - 2013- 2016
Responsible for smooth and effective functioning of store to ensure store is meeting targets and profit.
Maintain customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product return.
Recruited and retained top talent with focus on completing timely performance evaluation, providing feedback.
Managed inventory control processes to restore back stock, control costs and maintain sales floor levels to meet customer needs.
Complete routine store inventories.
Education
MBA - Operations
MIT College of Management
Pune
12-2011
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Bsc. Biotechnology
Mumbai University
12-2009
Skills
Store Operations and Best Practices and Routines
Data Analysis
Workflow Optimization
Process Improvement Training and mentoring
Leadership Coaching
Benefits and compensation
Recruitment strategies
Talent management
Succession planning
Employee Relations
Accomplishments
Nominated from H&M India for the Erling Persson Award, for the most value driven leader for year 2022.
Collaborated with team of different stakeholders from different functions to develop and deliver training for launch of H&M Home in India.
Designed and delivered training on customer service module during covid phase.
Rated as a high performer throughout my journey in H&M for 7 years.
Managed 6 new store openings.( Ahmedabad, Indore, Mumbai, New Delhi, Lucknow)
Conducted sessions on effective collaboration for the regional team.
Timeline
Operations Manager
Hennes & Mauritz Retail Private Limited
01.2024 - Current
Area HR Manager
H&M, Hennes & Mauritz Retail Pvt Ltd.
04.2020 - 12.2023
Store Manager
Big Bazaar, Future Group
12.2013 - 06.2016
MBA - Operations
MIT College of Management
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Bsc. Biotechnology
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