SHABBIR KURAVLE

Achieved district sales objectives by coordinating the sales team and developing successful strategies.
• Developed and managed budgets to ensure the optimal use of resources and maximize profitability.
• Implemented cost-saving processes to reduce expenses and prevent losses.
• Created sales strategies based on thorough research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
• Increased profit margins by effectively controlling budgets, reducing overhead, and optimizing product turns.
• Established key performance indicators (KPIs) to track business progress and adjust strategies as needed.
• Analyzed market trends and customer feedback to develop and refine operational strategies.
• Planned and executed sales initiatives to clear unwanted, discontinued, or defective merchandise, resulting in an 8% increase in store revenues and reduced capital loss.
• Monitored and analyzed performance data, identifying improvement areas and implementing corrective action plans.
• Spearheaded operational procedures to enhance efficiency and optimize store operations.
• Led weekly managerial meetings to review progress, address challenges, and ensure timely task completion.
• Supervised the creation of dynamic merchandise displays to attract and engage customers.
• Devised and executed comprehensive training plans for new and existing staff, ensuring competency and compliance.
• Trained and guided team members, driving high productivity and meeting performance metrics.
• Identified individual strengths among employees and initiated a mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.

Monitored store operations and planned merchandise and sales activities, promoting effective marketing strategies to build consumer preference and drive sales volumes.
• Integrated sales, marketing, and product development skills in a hybrid role to evaluate company products and capabilities.
• Achieved 34% organic growth by developing strategic marketing plans, branding initiatives, and public relations programs.
• Addressed customer complaints and feedback, ensuring prompt communication with management to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Ensured merchandise orders were aligned with business plans and inventory inflow patterns.
• Reviewed stock levels and coordinated with planners to determine reorder quantities and timings.
• Specialized in fashion business for menswear and youth apparel for over four years, driving growth at various stages.
• Promoted from Store Manager to Retail Executive within one year, recognizing significant contributions.
• Managed five stores in Nagpur, generating an annual revenue of ₹120 million, and achieved a 10% growth rate.
• Led the area with the highest contribution (21%) in the West Region in 2014, outperforming six other areas.
• Oversaw a trading area of 10,000 sq. ft. with a team of 60 members, ensuring operational excellence and high team performance.

Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage by delivering excellent customer service and adhering to standard practices.
• Developed and implemented effective store schedules based on forecasted customer traffic, employee expertise, and service requirements.
• Coached sales associates on product knowledge, sales incentives, and selling techniques, leading to a significant increase in customer satisfaction ratings.
• Managed store employees in a fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive reinforcement.
• Rotated merchandise and displays to highlight new products and promotions, driving customer interest and sales.
• Maintained optimal product levels and inventory controls, ensuring proper stock rotation and organized backroom operations to facilitate efficient ordering and inventory management.