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RAJA VERMA

Delhi

Summary

Dynamic Senior Store Manager with a proven track record in driving productivity and optimizing inventory management. Expertise in team leadership and delivering exceptional customer service, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty. Strong communication and problem-solving skills enhance operational efficiency and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Committed to fostering a high-performance culture that aligns with organizational goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Store Manager

PUMA
New Delhi
10.2024 - Current

* Achieve Sales Targets: Drive and ensure the achievement of sales targets (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual) for the Stores.

Profitability Management: Oversee and manage the Profit & Loss (P&L) of Stores, focusing on optimizing revenue, and controlling costs.

* Shrinkage Control: Implement and monitor strategies to minimize inventory shrinkage (theft, damage, administrative errors) across the cluster.

* Sales Analysis & Strategy: Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and challenges. Develop and implement sales strategies, promotional campaigns, and pricing adjustments to drive growth.

* Visual Merchandising: Oversee the implementation and consistency of visual merchandising guidelines across all stores to ensure brand image and maximize product appeal.

* Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, stock rotation, and product availability across the cluster. Collaborate with merchandising and supply chain teams to optimize stock.

* Training & Development: Identify training needs and facilitate ongoing training programs for Store Managers and staff in areas such as sales techniques, customer service, product knowledge, and operational procedures.

* Customer Feedback & Resolution: Monitor customer feedback, complaints, and suggestions, ensuring prompt and satisfactory resolutions.

* Customer Service Excellence: Ensure the highest levels of customer service are provided by all retail staff across the cluster, aligning with brand values and customer satisfaction standards.

Store Business Manager

Van Heusen (ABFRL)
Noida
07.2022 - 08.2024
  • Created weekly and monthly reports to track store performance and identify potential issues.
  • Analyses store performance data to identify areas of improvement and develop strategies to increase efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented initiatives that increased customer satisfaction.
  • Reduced store inventory shrinkage through improved stock control and security measures.
  • Trained and developed a team resulting in increased job satisfaction and morale.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers to ensure repeat business.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, Store opening and closing procedures.
  • Reduced Overhead costs through diligent monitoring of Expenses.

Senior Store Manager

Chumbak Design Pvt limited
New Delhi
04.2019 - 07.2022
  • Resolved customer problems by investigating issues, answering questions and building rapport.
  • Shared product knowledge with customers while making personal recommendations.
  • Managed store appearance, including merchandising and displays, signage, decorations and cleaning.
  • Delegated work to employees based on shift requirements, individual strengths and unique training.
  • Coached and mentored associates to achieve employee promotions.
  • Taking care of all aspects of store P&L.
  • Prioritized sanitation, safety and health standards in work areas.

Store Manager

Adidas
FARIDABAD
04.2017 - 04.2019
  • Supervised activities and inventory management within a 2,500-square-foot store.
  • Oversaw daily operations of retail facility with a team of 14 staff members.
  • Maintaining all the reports and registers to run the store as per company's SOP guidelines.
  • Addressing and resolving customer queries in line with the organization's policy.
  • Ensuring the Achievement of good sales revenue, customer service retail metrics and visual merchandising performance for the store.
  • Documenting daily reports on sales volume, revenue inflow and stock position for the management's perusal.
  • Possess strong knowledge of section merchandise and ensuring fast sales of featured products.
  • Maintaining Top 20 Style report to keep the proper track.
  • Tracking FC's Performance on daily basis and motivating them to achieve the set goals.
  • Coordinating with Merchandisers and Stock Allocators for setting up the required stock level at the shop floor.

Assistant Store Manager

G & B Fashions Private Limited (United colors of Benetton)
New Delhi
04.2014 - 03.2017
  • Managed a team of 18 sales staff in Asia's largest store CP as Asst manager and handled business of 40 lacs at DLF saket mall as a store manager.
  • Assigned daily work to the employees.
  • Maintained performance and data trackers for the team.
  • Prepared MIS reports for the top management's perusal and taking care of P&L.
  • Ensured Achievement of good sales revenue, customer service retail metrics and visual merchandising performance for the.
  • Handled all scheduling for store shifts to ensure proper staffing at all times.
  • Marked clearance products with updated price tags.
  • Unloaded trucks, stocked shelves and carried merchandise out on the floor for customers.
  • Held each team member accountable for achieving brand and performance goals.

Shift Manager

KFC Restaurants
Delhi
01.2012 - 04.2014
  • Appointed as a Management Trainee and quickly elevated to Shift Manager after completing 3-month tenure.
  • Analyses sales data to identify trends, adjusting staffing levels and stock orders to meet demand.
  • Supervised team of 25 staff, delegating tasks and managing schedules to optimize shift efficiency.
  • Optimized team training and staff development.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Catering Science

Bharathiar University
Coimbatore, TN
01.2011

XII - C.B.S.E. Board

D.A.V School
Delhi
01.2008

X - C.B.S.E. Board

Cosmos Public School
Delhi
01.2006

Skills

  • Employee training
  • Recruiting and interviewing
  • Team leadership
  • Marketing strategies
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Inventory control
  • Policies and procedures implementation
  • Visual merchandising
  • Performance evaluation and monitoring
  • Operations management
  • Customer service
  • New store openings
  • Staff management

Languages

Fluent, Fluent

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travelling
  • Listening to music
  • Adventure activities
  • Doing workout

Languages

English
First Language
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1

Timeline

Senior Store Manager

PUMA
10.2024 - Current

Store Business Manager

Van Heusen (ABFRL)
07.2022 - 08.2024

Senior Store Manager

Chumbak Design Pvt limited
04.2019 - 07.2022

Store Manager

Adidas
04.2017 - 04.2019

Assistant Store Manager

G & B Fashions Private Limited (United colors of Benetton)
04.2014 - 03.2017

Shift Manager

KFC Restaurants
01.2012 - 04.2014

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Catering Science

Bharathiar University

XII - C.B.S.E. Board

D.A.V School

X - C.B.S.E. Board

Cosmos Public School
RAJA VERMA