Hi, I’m
Shabbir Kuravle
Mumbai
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. District Manager with demonstrated experience managing company assets and developing people for future growth. Strategic planner talented in seeing multiple options for improvement, operational streamlining and potential growth.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
3
Languages
Work History
Hush Puppies- Bata India LTD.Mumbai
Senior District Manager
11.2018 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Achieved district sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies.
- Developed and managed budgets to confirm proper use of resources and maximize profitability.
- Developed processes to save on costs and prevent losses.
- Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
- Increased profit margins by effectively controlling budget and overhead and optimizing product turns.
- Established key performance indicators to track and analyze business progress and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Analyzed market trends and customer feedback to develop new strategies for improving operations.
- Planned and executed sales to move unwanted, discontinued, damaged or defective merchandise resulting in 8% increase in store revenues and capital loss reduction.
- Monitored and analyzed performance data, identifying areas of improvement and developing corrective action plans.
- Spearheaded operational procedures and processes to improve efficiency and optimize operations.
- Led weekly meetings with regional managers to review progress, address challenges and drive timely task completion.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Devised and executed training plans for new and existing staff to support competency and compliance.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
Blackberry's Mohan Clothing CO.
Area Manager- West
09.2010 - 11.2018
Job overview
- Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
- Directed workforce planning, customer retention, and customer service management for multiple locations.
- Modeled best practices for sales and customer service.
- Built positive and productive relationships with store team.
- Introduced cost-saving initiatives to reduce losses and increase profit.
- Optimized team performance with newly implemented sales and merchandising procedures.
- Optimized in-store merchandising and monitored inventory availability to increase sales.
- Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.
Blackberrys Nagpur
Store Manager
03.2008 - 09.2010
Job overview
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
Education
International Institute of Business Management Navi Mumbai
Bachelor of Arts
07.2016 - 06.2019
Skills
Business ExpansionRetail KPI'sBusiness AnalyticsP&LSOP AdherenceMerchandise ManagementOmni ChannelFranchise BusinessCustomer Service StandardsTeam Management
Timeline
Senior District Manager
Hush Puppies- Bata India LTD.
11.2018 - 11.2023
International Institute of Business Management
Bachelor of Arts
07.2016 - 06.2019
Area Manager- West
Blackberry's Mohan Clothing CO.
09.2010 - 11.2018
Store Manager
Blackberrys
03.2008 - 09.2010