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Design and expand training & development programmes based on the needs or the organisation & the individual. Head up the digitalisation & multi media implemenatation of Ascona Group training programmes. Create & deliver a range of training using classroom, online & blended learning.

Problem solver extraordinaire. On-boarding, branding & developing new site acquisitions. Recruiting, training & retaining the best talent in retail management. Maximising profitability by developing robust operating procedures & developing relationships with our brand partners & suppliers.

Provided leadership & direction for up to 16 sites, dealing with all facets of operations including; Recruitment, team development, merchandising, loss prevention, payroll, & HR. Implemented new workflow processes & site specific action plans to ensure all KPI's were exceeded.• Year on year growth in sales & GP across my estate.• Surpassed targets for district growth by developing & implementing site specific action plans to maximise opportunity & profitability. • Played a major… Show more Provided leadership & direction for up to 16 sites, dealing with all facets of operations including; Recruitment, team development, merchandising, loss prevention, payroll, & HR. Implemented new workflow processes & site specific action plans to ensure all KPI's were exceeded.• Year on year growth in sales & GP across my estate.• Surpassed targets for district growth by developing & implementing site specific action plans to maximise opportunity & profitability. • Played a major role in the acquisition & development of 5 new sites to the Direct Managed trade channel. Provided ongoing operational support. • Implemented site specific merchandising & range policy to maximise sales & POR %. • Recruited, developed & retained top performing site managers, facilitated engaging training programs. • Helped develop & prove direct managed trade channel model. Grew direct managed from 6 sites to 19 sites. • Ensured that loss prevention policies, systems & procedures were implemented in all my sites & that any discrepancies be investigated to minimize risk. Reduced shrinkage from 7% average to 3% average across my sites. • Responsible for Payroll, HR & Disciplinary procedures across 16 sites.• Prepared & reviewed monthly trading reports to ensure accurate reporting to directors & other stakeholders. Show less