Rakesh Budhdev

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Head of Retail - AutoXpress Limited @ AutoXpress Limited
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Kenya, Kenya
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About Rakesh Budhdev

- Self motivated, ambitious, innovative and objective and capable of working under high pressure with a goal in ensuring set targets are met. - Able to adapt to different environments, mentor, coach and manage different calibers of staff. - Zest to learn and ready to take up challenges.- Growth oriented visions.- Earned Best Administration staff award 2010- Earned Best Regional Manager award 2011- Earned Best Regional Manager award 2012- Another feather in the cap; Best Manager, Retail Management, 2019- Awarded Best HOD in Retail 2021

Rakesh Budhdev's Current Company Details
AutoXpress Limited

Autoxpress Limited

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Head of Retail - AutoXpress Limited
Rakesh Budhdev Work Experience Details
  • Autoxpress Limited
    Head Of Retail - Operations
    Autoxpress Limited Oct 2017 - Present
    Kenya
    Roles & Responsibility - Oversee the Retail arm of the business through engaging the Regional Managers periodically- Mentor and coach Regional Managers in efficient, effective management of their respective regions ensuring achievement of set goals and compliance. - National and regional localized marketing activities ensuring cutting edge strategy.- Knowledge of the market place; competitors/trends and the execution of the strategy thereof in local markets… Show more Roles & Responsibility - Oversee the Retail arm of the business through engaging the Regional Managers periodically- Mentor and coach Regional Managers in efficient, effective management of their respective regions ensuring achievement of set goals and compliance. - National and regional localized marketing activities ensuring cutting edge strategy.- Knowledge of the market place; competitors/trends and the execution of the strategy thereof in local markets. - Translate the strategic goals into retail operational plans to achieve the required targeted growth in sales units.- Monthly Retail Targets, periodic evaluation targeting towards achieving the same by regular interaction with the team.- Compliance to all policies and procedures relating to to the POS systems and business process including H&S as defined, influencing any changes necessary to meet compliance and efficiencies within statutory requirements.- Lead role in building a strong sales management culture with the operations team; Coaching Regional Managers & Branch Managers, skills development.- Incharge of Retail P&L. Monitoring and ensuring correct product mix for increased profitability, increasing efficiency, and managing operational costs. Show less
  • Mika (Ideal Appliances Ltd)
    Director
    Mika (Ideal Appliances Ltd) Sep 2014 - Mar 2017
    Mombasa Road, Nairobi
    "Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything" George Bernard Shaw.A leap from the norm. An opportunity to transform stagnancy into growth, HUGE growth. Did I mention challenges are my drug? Product development, market research and development, evaluation and revamp of the operations and to sum it up in very few words, nurture and transform the company to the most preferred supplier of household appliances in East Africa… Show more "Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything" George Bernard Shaw.A leap from the norm. An opportunity to transform stagnancy into growth, HUGE growth. Did I mention challenges are my drug? Product development, market research and development, evaluation and revamp of the operations and to sum it up in very few words, nurture and transform the company to the most preferred supplier of household appliances in East Africa. Ideal Appliances Ltd (sole suppliers of MIKA HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES in Kenya), part of the Dawda Group of Companies, a group thriving in the manufacturing of quality consumer products, reliable and efficient long haulage services and lately, high end housing projects at very affordable rates, lives by its motto; INSPIRED LIVING. My role is to ensure our customers expectations are surpassed through delivery of quality products at the most competitive rates. Remember, Customer is King! Show less
  • Autoxpress Limited
    Regional Manager - Nairobi
    Autoxpress Limited Oct 2011 - Aug 2014
    - A position earned based on the efforts and capabilities of working around people, managing and guiding them. - Currently in charge of 10 branches with a total of 160 employees. - My role includes training managers, recruitment, ISO implementation, ensuring highest customer service standards and internal audits within my region. - In addition to the above, also in-charge of the company's security and fleet.
  • Autoxpress Limited
    Project Manager
    Autoxpress Limited May 2008 - Sep 2010
    - Moved from Mombasa to Rwanda ( 6 months ) and later to Nairobi from the position of Coast Area Manager to AutoXpress Project Manager. - In-charge of all new projects, ensuring upcoming branches are completed within the set timelines with the highest levels of finishing and also in-charge of the final fit-out of the new branches. - Successfully launched Rwanda office and completed the Ultra modern tyre centre on Mombasa Rd, a new warehouse facility, branch on Changamwe Rd… Show more - Moved from Mombasa to Rwanda ( 6 months ) and later to Nairobi from the position of Coast Area Manager to AutoXpress Project Manager. - In-charge of all new projects, ensuring upcoming branches are completed within the set timelines with the highest levels of finishing and also in-charge of the final fit-out of the new branches. - Successfully launched Rwanda office and completed the Ultra modern tyre centre on Mombasa Rd, a new warehouse facility, branch on Changamwe Rd, relocated and commissioned a new branch in Kisumu. Show less
  • Autoxpress Limited
    Project Manager
    Autoxpress Limited Jan 2008 - May 2008
    Kigali Rwanda
    The company's first venture out of Kenya, in Kigali, Rwanda.- I was given the responsibility of setting up the facility as per the standards of the company.- This included the final fit out of the premises, training both management and workshop staff in their duties of ensuring efficient service to the prospective clientele in the new region.- Assisted in starting off the branch and running it hand in hand with the staff for a couple of months before officially launching… Show more The company's first venture out of Kenya, in Kigali, Rwanda.- I was given the responsibility of setting up the facility as per the standards of the company.- This included the final fit out of the premises, training both management and workshop staff in their duties of ensuring efficient service to the prospective clientele in the new region.- Assisted in starting off the branch and running it hand in hand with the staff for a couple of months before officially launching it in April 2008. Show less
  • Autoxpress Limited
    Area Manager
    Autoxpress Limited May 2005 - Dec 2007
    Mombasa
    ( The company was called Nyanza Petroleum Dealers Ltd at that time ) - Coordinated the construction of a dedicated truck and bus facility in the transport hub of Jomvu, Mombasa and promoted as the Area Manager - Coast Region. - Incharge of the 2 branches in the region overseeing management of both and ensuring sales and collection goals are met.
  • Autoxpress Limited
    Branch Manager
    Autoxpress Limited Mar 2003 - May 2005
    Mombasa
    - Moved from Kisumu to Mombasa and completed the renovation of the premises and successfully launched the company's first branch in the Coast region. - Incharge of developing the business in the region, staff training, sales and collection and overall branch management.Reporting to the directors.
  • Autoxpress Limited
    Branch Manager
    Autoxpress Limited Jan 1998 - Feb 2003
    Kisumu
    Joined Nyanza Petroleum Dealers Ltd ( now AutoXpress Ltd ) as a manager.- Managing the office under close supervision of the MD, incharge of dealer and retail sales, regular stock takes, daily sales and collection reports and managing the staff.

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