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Ben Cavey

Ash,Surrey

Summary

Seasoned professional in retail management with focus on driving sales and improving store operations. Specialise in transforming underperforming outlets into high revenue generators by refining processes and motivating teams. Possess unique skills in strategic planning and team leadership to enhance customer experience and maximise profitability.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Halfords
Twickenham
05.2023 - 03.2025

Twickenham Superstore £3.2 million turnover

  • Implemented promotional displays to increase product visibility and sales.
  • Deputised and covered Area Manager
  • Organised and ran Area meetings / training sessions
  • Managed staff rosters, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively, protecting the store's image and consumer relationships.
  • Boosted store's reputation for excellence through meticulous upkeep, product presentation and customer service.
  • Collaborated with upper management in strategic planning, contributing valuable insights from ground level operations.
  • Developed a team-oriented environment by implementing effective leadership strategies.
  • Coached underperforming employees improving their job performance significantly.

Club Shop Manager

Woking Football Club
Woking, Surrey
01.2020 - 03.2025

VOLUNTARY ROLE

  • Negotiated with suppliers for better prices, leading to improved profit margins.
  • Managed store inventory to ensure adequate stock levels at all times.
  • Boosted overall sales performance through the implementation of effective merchandising strategies.

Store Manager

The Range
Aldershot, Hampshire
09.2023 - 05.2024

Aldershot £5 million turnover

Store Manager

Halfords
London
01.2022 - 09.2023

Twickenham £2.8 million turnover

Ruislip £3.5 million turnover

Acting Store Manager

Halfords
New Malden, City of London

£4.5 million turnover Flag Ship Store



Deputy Manager

Halfords
12.2017 - 01.2022
  • Various stores

Duty Manager

Smyths Toys
Farnborough
07.2017 - 12.2017

Assistant Manager

Homebase
Staines Upon-Thames / Woking
06.2014 - 07.2017

Special Constable

The Metropolitan Police
London
06.2015 - 06.2017

VOLUNTARY ROLE

Team Leader

Homebase
04.2011 - 06.2014

Sales Assistant

Homebase
06.2007 - 04.2011

Education

AS Level - English Literature

Woking College

GCSE - undefined

The Winston Churchill School

Skills

  • Full UK driving licence
  • First Aider
  • Forklift operation
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Public speaking
  • Conflict Resolution

Affiliations

  • Fitness & Gym
  • Tottenham Hotspur FC
  • Woking FC

Timeline

Store Manager

The Range
09.2023 - 05.2024

Store Manager

Halfords
05.2023 - 03.2025

Store Manager

Halfords
01.2022 - 09.2023

Club Shop Manager

Woking Football Club
01.2020 - 03.2025

Deputy Manager

Halfords
12.2017 - 01.2022

Duty Manager

Smyths Toys
07.2017 - 12.2017

Special Constable

The Metropolitan Police
06.2015 - 06.2017

Assistant Manager

Homebase
06.2014 - 07.2017

Team Leader

Homebase
04.2011 - 06.2014

Sales Assistant

Homebase
06.2007 - 04.2011

GCSE - undefined

The Winston Churchill School

Acting Store Manager

Halfords

AS Level - English Literature

Woking College
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