Vishal Subhash Dani
Pune
Summary
Retail professional with over 25+ years of experience in large-format retail and store operations. Currently working with Pantaloons – Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd. as Store Operations Manager at ABZ Baner for the last 2 years. Successfully managing a 70,000 sq. ft. large-format retail Pantaloons store with strong focus on sales growth, profitability, customer experience, visual merchandising, inventory control, and team leadership. Known for strong operational discipline, team development, and consistent achievement of business targets.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Store Operations Manager
Pantaloons – Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd. (ABZ Baner)
01.2014 - Current
- Managing operations
- Responsible for annual business turnover
- Driving store sales, profitability, and operational efficiency
- Managing manpower planning, team performance, and staff training
- Ensuring strong visual merchandising and brand presentation standards
- Monitoring KPIs such as conversion rate, footfall, and average bill value
- Handling inventory management, stock replenishment, and shrinkage control
- Ensuring high standards of customer service and customer experience
Store Manager
JC Retail Pvt. Ltd.
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Managed retail operations with annual turnover of approximately ₹80 Crore
- Responsible for sales planning, budgeting, and performance monitoring
- Led store teams across departments to achieve sales targets
- Maintained strong visual merchandising and floor presentation standards
- Managed inventory control, stock planning, and shrinkage control
- Maintained strong relationships with brand partners and vendors
Assistant Manager – Retail Sales
Piramyd Retail Ltd. / Indiabulls Retail Ltd.
01.2001 - 01.2009
- Handled store operations including merchandising, inventory, and manpower management
- Prepared sales analysis reports and competition mapping
- Maintained strong focus on customer service and brand relationship management
- Conducted team briefings and staff training programs
- Managed key categories including fine jewellery, high-end watches, Swarovski brand products, and premium gifting articles
- Responsible for sales planning, display standards, and premium customer experience for luxury product categories
- Coordinated inventory, replenishment, and shrinkage control for high-value merchandise including jewellery, watches, and premium gifting products
- Worked closely with vendors and brand partners to ensure product availability and premium presentation standards
Store Manager
Lawrence & Mayo Pvt. Ltd., Pune
01.1996 - 01.2001
- Handled sales target planning and performance monitoring
- Managed merchandise planning and customer order coordination
- Handled manpower management and customer service
- Managed inventory and competition mapping
Education
B. Com -
Pune University
01.2000
HSC & SSC - undefined
Maharashtra Board
Skills
Retail Store Operations & Business Management
Sales Target Achievement & Revenue Growth
Large Format Store Management
Team Leadership & Staff Development
Customer Experience & Relationship Management
Visual Merchandising & Floor Presentation
Inventory Control & Shrinkage Management
Business Planning, Analysis & Reporting
Brand Relationship Management
Accomplishments
- Excellence in Store Operations
- Outstanding Employee of the Year (2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05, 2005–06)
- Heart Award for Best Employee
Timeline
Store Operations Manager
Pantaloons – Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd. (ABZ Baner)
01.2014 - Current
Store Manager
JC Retail Pvt. Ltd.
01.2008 - 01.2014
Assistant Manager – Retail Sales
Piramyd Retail Ltd. / Indiabulls Retail Ltd.
01.2001 - 01.2009
Store Manager
Lawrence & Mayo Pvt. Ltd., Pune
01.1996 - 01.2001
HSC & SSC - undefined
Maharashtra Board
B. Com -
Pune University
References
- Javed, Shaikh, 9890137124
- Aditya, Khode, 7722033724
Additional Skills
Computer Skills: MS Office, Excel, Word, Internet