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Chris Keeler

Chris Keeler

Experienced Multi-Site Store Manager
Ocean Drive, Gillingham,United Kingdom

Summary

High-energy Store Manager bringing extensive experience in retail settings.


Looking to showcase my experience running multiple sites utilising a strong people centric approach combined with keen attention to detail and an inherently competitive nature in a new role that allows for upward mobility.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Store Manager

Lidl
Hawkinge, Kent
04.2024 - Current
  • Annual Turnover - £20m
  • Leading a team of 36 people
  • Applied expertise in team leadership to address productivity and performance issues, motivating staff to achieve KPIs.
  • Supported the turnaround of troubled stores, leading to a significant increase in customer experience and store KPIs.
  • Managed budgets effectively, maintaining financial health of designated area stores.
  • Implemented cost-effective measures, resulting in significant savings for the company.
  • Resolved conflicts promptly to promote positive environments for customers.
  • Promoted a positive work environment which increased employee retention rate.
  • Liaised regularly with senior management to discuss operational updates and improvements.
  • Partnered with NSPCC committee to plan and organise regional events aimed at proactively increasing our charity donations

Store Manager

Aldi Stores Ltd.
London, Greenwich
09.2022 - 03.2024
  • Annual Turnover - 15m
  • Leading a team of 43 people
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.

Store Manager

Wilko
Swanley, GB
06.2018 - 09.2022
  • Annual Turnover - £3m
  • Leading a team of 25 people
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Protected store from loss or theft by setting and enforcing clear security policies.

Education

A-Levels - Law, Economics, Psychology

Chatham Grammar School For Boys
Chatham
09.2017 - 07.2019

Skills

Team Leadership and Coaching

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Interests

  • Snowboarding
  • Reading
  • Films/Cinema

Timeline

Store Manager

Lidl
04.2024 - Current

Store Manager

Aldi Stores Ltd.
09.2022 - 03.2024

Store Manager

Wilko
06.2018 - 09.2022

A-Levels - Law, Economics, Psychology

Chatham Grammar School For Boys
09.2017 - 07.2019

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