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Amar Shrestha

Bere Alsto,Devo

Summary

Experienced retail professional with a strong background in staff rota arrangement, store layout planning, and visual merchandising insight. Demonstrates expertise in operational optimisation, cash handling, and retail software usage. Proficient in health and safety regulations, sales leadership, Microsoft Office, POS system operation, customer service, product knowledge, team leadership, and inventory management. Committed to enhancing store performance through strategic planning and effective team management.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Store manager

T.M. Lewin
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
07.2015 - 03.2020
  • Implemented promotional displays to increase product visibility and sales.
  • Developed a team-oriented environment by implementing effective leadership strategies.
  • Ensured high levels of customer satisfaction with proactive interaction and prompt issue resolution.
  • Facilitated smooth checkouts by maintaining efficient till operations.
  • Assisted customers in locating products around the shop floor promptly.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, minimising financial discrepancies at the till.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively, protecting the store's image and consumer relationships.
  • Managed staff rosters, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times.
  • Upheld health and safety regulations within the premises to ensure a safe shopping environment.
  • Maintained detailed and current records of inventory, personnel activities and business finances.

Assistant store manager

Next Retail
Dubai, UAE
04.2014 - 06.2015
  • Enhanced customer service by training store staff on product knowledge and sales techniques.
  • Provided assistance during peak trading hours, kept checkouts moving quickly whilst maintaining excellent customer service levels.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers for prompt delivery of orders.
  • Completed administrative tasks such as generating reports on sales trends, losses or thefts without delay or errors.
  • Facilitated smooth operation with effective scheduling and task delegation.
  • Ensured timely stocking of products on shelves to maintain a well-stocked shop floor.
  • Implemented promotional activities, increased product visibility and awareness amongst customers.
  • Managed cash registers, handled financial transactions accurately.

Sales assistant

Next
Dubai, UAE
07.2010 - 03.2014
  • Monitored trends in consumer behaviour with keen attention to detail.
  • Improved customer service by efficiently handling queries and complaints.
  • Maintained knowledge of current sales promotions helping customers make informed buying decisions.
  • Trained new staff members, fostering a supportive working environment.
  • Handled cash transactions swiftly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.

Storekeeper

Jawad FZCO
Dubai, UAE
02.2008 - 06.2010
  • Assisted in annual inventory audits for accurate stock records maintenance.
  • Organised store layout for improved accessibility and customer convenience.
  • Handled customer queries promptly, fostering a positive shopping experience.
  • Adhered strictly to health and safety regulations, prioritising employee well-being.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

North East Hill University
India
04.2003 - 03.2006

Skills

  • Staff rota arrangement
  • Store layout planning
  • Visual merchandising insight
  • Operational optimisation
  • Cash handling
  • Retail software usage
  • Health and Safety regulations
  • Sales Leadership
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • POS system operation
  • Customer Service
  • Product knowledge
  • Team Leadership
  • Inventory management

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Watching movies
  • Hiking

Languages

English
Upper intermediate
Hindi
Upper intermediate
Arabic
Beginner
Nepali
Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Store manager

T.M. Lewin
07.2015 - 03.2020

Assistant store manager

Next Retail
04.2014 - 06.2015

Sales assistant

Next
07.2010 - 03.2014

Storekeeper

Jawad FZCO
02.2008 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Arts -

North East Hill University
04.2003 - 03.2006
Amar Shrestha