Pradeep M Email & Phone Number

Karnataka, India

Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India

Bengaluru Area, India

As an Area Operations Manager of the brand I head Sales and Operations of 15 Lenskart Offline Stores (Company owned & franchise owned) across Karnataka. My responsibility is to effectively handle the Business Operations of the EBO’s which accounts to sales of about 25cr annually. Handling a Team of 60 which Includes Satellite Managers, Store Managers, Optometrist & Sales Associates.•Taking care of the entire business operations through budgeting, planning marketing activities, hiring & manpower training in accordance to standards.•Review and set retail sales targets with the Store teams and help them achieve it, Review on Weekly basis on People productivity and mix of business•Monitor and control expenses through efficient store operations and Ensure Inventory management and controlling shrinkage. Responsible for P&L of the stores & controlling the cost ofoperations.•Overlook Investment requirement for Franchise operated stores & support Franchise Partners in terms of Business Development & financial queries.•Certified & trained Behavioral Assessor, will be a part of all the recruitment, help the Business Identify the right fit

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

To ensure the delivery of exceptional operational and commercial standards throughout the 8 More Supermarkets assigned (25000 Sft), with a team size of 125 people across Telangana. Handling 35Cr turnover annually.Translating company’s business objectives in the region & responsible for Region’s sales and operations achievementPrepare the Off sale plan with optimised internal margin target, and liquidation of ageing stocks. Benchmark with market and competition to understand available opportunities, markets trends and quality standards, range and performance of products/brandsConduct regular floor audits for the store to evaluate operational efficiency, level of adherence to floor standards and fixture and display norms.Interact closely with Category team to ensure stock availability and no loss of opportunityEnsure compliance adherence with respect to Cash management, Stock Management, Cost management.Achievements1.Turned 4 Loss Making stores into profit making stores with in 3 months2.Had the record of Lowest Dump & Highest Sale in F&V category during Navrathri Season

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Handled Foods, Laundry, Household care, & ICD channel business of Hindustan Unilever in MT and GT channels for Hyderabad; Monthly turnover -3 Cr.Responsible for Expansion in Modern Trade & General Trade Outlets.Accountable for the detailed budgeting, forecasting and strategy planning of the region.Key areas also include business development opportunities i.e. identifying prospective Towns & new outlets, in terms of hiring, setting up systems and control processes, marketing related activities, and Competitor analysis.Preparing action plans for non performing Outlets. Monthly Business Reviews for revision in strategies and implementation of the same. Lead, motivate & develop to maximize sales.Ensure smooth support functions and further integration with operation teamAchievement1.Awarded Best Field Manager for the Year 20162.Highest No of Footprint Expansion in Tier 2 & 3 towns3.Piloted 2 projects (Assisted Sales of Surf Excel Matic& VIM Liquid in GT Market) successfully which was later rolled out to other cities in PAN India

Chennai

• Responsible for managing the flagship Superdry Store in South India• Team management, with personal responsibility for staff recruitment, training and development on all key areas of store management.• Decision making over brand marketing within the store• Analyze brand performance, identify performing and non-performing line of products and address gaps to improve sales and growth as per department budget, Manage the sell thru within the season• Manage the stock level including warehouse co-ordination and replenishment from brands. • Provide feedback to Buying Team on gaps in the offering, quality issues and suggestions for introduction/removal of brands/categories• Plan promotions with support from the Buying and Marketing team to counter lost opportunities and launch new brands• Drive institutional sales in the territory for the Outerwear’s.• Expanded the market in South India across the main metros like Bangalore, Hyderabad and Coimbatore.• Increasing customer rate in the world of mainstream cinema and fashion to create brand image and widen the awareness about the brand.

Banglore

Bangalore based Start-up Company who were into Scientific and innovative coaching methodologies into the Indian Sports Education system. First employee of the company, worked with CEO closely from the Inception. Been a Vital part in setting up the office, registration, setup & expansion Presented and pitched during investor meetings, regarding the funds and investments for the company. Developed Curriculum for 14 different sports as per the age requirement Strategically organized and coordinated with CEO to improvise strategies, Marketing Plan & Business Development. Market research in schools & colleges to understand the requirement; providing feedback and information on current market/creative trends.