Arjan Chugani Email & Phone Number

Piscataway Township, Nj, Us

Connecticut, United States

As the General Manager of Absolute Transportation, I oversee all aspects of operations for transportation business, including client relationship management, employee relationship management, payroll, accounts receivable, and booking services. ===================SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS===================• Strategically grew team to 24 high performing limousine drivers by creating incentives programs and target bonuses.• Increased sales 40% by streamlining the process of scheduling limousine drivers to maximize client bookings.• Grew sales by researching market intelligence to provide more competitive pricing and concierge services.• Achieved 99.9% on time rating by focusing on quality instead of quantity to deliver exceptional customer satisfaction.

Connecticut, United States

As the Store Manager at La Bella Vita Wines & Liquors, I am accountable for the operation of a store, ensuring maximum sales and profitability through merchandise, inventory, expense control, human resources management, and managing operating costs. ===================SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS===================• Achieved maximum employment performance by ensuring all store associates were properly trained and supported.• Grew revenue sales 30% in 2017 by analyzing business trends to develop and implement plans to maximize sales.• Reduced shrink accurately posting sales, invoices, markups/markdowns, voids, and bad merchandise write-offs.• Increased sales 15% in 2019 by ensuring store had proper product mix and appropriate merchandise stock levels.

Chennai Area, India

As the General Manager at BNT Innovations Impex Limited, I directed multiple departments spread across various geographic locations. Departments included Merchandising, Marketing, Costing, Sampling, Fabrics/Trims, Design, Planning, Production, and Quality Support. Furthermore, I inspired and led 36 high performing team members and managed $10M in turnover for brands in the United States, Europe, and United Arab Emirates.===================SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS===================• Improved client satisfaction and merchandising efficacy by hiring and onboarding senior and junior merchandisers.• Increased productivity and performance by appointing an assistant production manager and production supervisors.• Strengthened laundry capabilities by moving laundry services from inhouse to a facility outside the company.

Chennai Area, India

As the Head of the Marketing and Merchandising Department (the largest business unit in the company) at Celebrity Fashions Limited, I motivated and managed 18 highly engaged team members, including fabric, sample room, merchandisers, production supervisors, laundry, and packaging. ===================SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS===================• Hand-selected to become the Vice President of the Domestic Brand Division after supporting merchandising activities.• Surpassed target 8% from previous year through meticulous planning and revamping personnel to increase workflow.• Received the “Best Staff” Award in 2011 and was one of the most highly sought-after managers in the company.

Chennai Area, India

As the Deputy General Manager at Ambattur Clothing Limited, I was accountable for a $10.8M business unit, including the Marketing and Merchandising Departments. In this role, I inspired and led 8 highly motivated team members responsible for product execution across Men’s and Women’s Casual Tops and Bottoms. In addition, I oversaw various brands, including Kohls (e.g., Sonoma and Croft & Barrow) and Basspro Shops (e.g., Red Head, Natural Reflections, Bob Timberlake, and Ascend).===================SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS===================• Significantly contributed turnover worth over $10M to the company during the FY 2008.

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

As the Merchandising Manager at Win India Exports, I oversee the Merchandising, Marketing, Sourcing, Sampling, and Fabrics & Trims Departments. In addition, I contributed turnover worth over $6M. I also motivated and managed 13 highly engaged team members responsible for product execution across Men’s and Women’s Casual Tops. Furthermore, I managed various brands in South American, Mexico (e.g., Walmart), South Africa (e.g., Mr. Price, Edcon Group, Ackermans, Pep Stores, Foschini, Jeep, Calvin Klein, and Guess?), and Australia (e.g., Target).===================SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS===================• Performed an imperative role in placing Win India Exports as the largest Indian supplier to the South African Garment Industry by way of spearheading the entire Merchandising, Sourcing, and Production Operations.• Significantly engaged in generating a record-breaking average profit of 20% for 4 consecutive years through the utilization of efficient merchandising, procurement, manufacturing, and logistical techniques.