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DANIEL GURD

ASHFORD,TN

Summary

A Seasoned professional in retail management with focus on driving sales and improving store operations. Specialise in transforming under performing 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. I am Knowledgeable about retail operations with strong focus on customer service and team leadership. Skilled in inventory management, sales strategies, and conflict resolution. Ready to use and develop communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Store Manager

Toolstation
Maidstone, Kent
2026.01 - Current
  • While at The Maidstone Store I have dual Site managed The New Eltham Store for 3 months.
  • Extra Responsibility - Support RM with regional tasks & Cover Rm Holiday including holding weekly briefing's, managing 30 stores & Holding cost control meetings & Project Managing new store openings & Closures for the kent region.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively, protecting the store's image and consumer relationships.
  • Implemented promotional displays to increase product visibility and sales.
  • Assisted customers in locating products around the shop floor promptly.
  • Monitored inventory levels consistently to avoid stock shortages or overages.
  • Coordinated holiday promotions successfully whilst managing regular duties simultaneously.
  • Boosted store's reputation for excellence through meticulous upkeep, product presentation and customer service.
  • Conducted performance appraisals for staff members, providing constructive feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Managed staff rosters, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times.
  • Coached underperforming employees improving their job performance significantly.
  • Facilitated smooth checkouts by maintaining efficient till operations.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, minimising financial discrepancies at the till.
  • Oversaw visual merchandising efforts that enhanced overall store appearance.
  • Led training sessions for new employees, equipping them with necessary skills and knowledge.
  • Ensured high levels of customer satisfaction with proactive interaction and prompt issue resolution.
  • Upheld health and safety regulations within the premises to ensure a safe shopping environment.

Store Manager

Toolstation
Tunbridge Wells , Surrey & Sussex
2023.01 - 2025.12
  • During My time as SM at tunbridge wells i also Dual site managed Gravesend for 8 Months.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively, protecting the store's image and consumer relationships.
  • Implemented promotional displays to increase product visibility and sales.
  • Assisted customers in locating products around the shop floor promptly.
  • Monitored inventory levels consistently to avoid stock shortages or overages.
  • Coordinated holiday promotions successfully whilst managing regular duties simultaneously.
  • Boosted store's reputation for excellence through meticulous upkeep, product presentation and customer service.
  • Conducted performance appraisals for staff members, providing constructive feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Managed staff rosters, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times.
  • Coached underperforming employees improving their job performance significantly.
  • Facilitated smooth checkouts by maintaining efficient till operations.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, minimising financial discrepancies at the till.
  • Oversaw visual merchandising efforts that enhanced overall store appearance.
  • Led training sessions for new employees, equipping them with necessary skills and knowledge.
  • Ensured high levels of customer satisfaction with proactive interaction and prompt issue resolution.
  • Upheld health and safety regulations within the premises to ensure a safe shopping environment.

Assistant manager

Toolstation
Ashford , Kent
2022.06 - 2022.12
  • Coordinated efficient rota planning to ensure optimal staffing levels at all times.
  • Oversaw daily administrative tasks including staff rota planning and payroll processing.
  • Facilitated staff training, resulting in better customer service.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately ensuring financial integrity of the store was maintained.
  • Fostered a culture of accountability within the team, leading to improved performance in maintaining patient safety standards.
  • Liaised with sales representatives for regular inventory updates improving stock management.
  • Managed stock rotation to minimise damage and loss.

Postmaster / Store Manager

Royal Mail Post Office Inside Londis
, Kent
2020.02 - 2022.05
  • My role with the post office was working on behalf of royal mail. It involved customer service skills. The role included posting and charging for parcels, alongside a lot of handling of cash with deposits and withdrawals.
  • Managed daily operations for smooth functioning of post office.
  • Managed staff schedules for optimal coverage during peak hours.
  • Resolved customer complaints, fostered a positive environment.
  • Streamlined communication, improved overall productivity.
  • Trained staff on postal regulations, resulted in fewer errors.

Managing Director

Gurdz Events
London , London
2019.01 - 2020.12
  • At gurdz events I was the owner and manager for the company. I would have to work out everything from invoices and quotes to staff rota. Booking in clients to paying and organizing staff. As well as all the behind the scenes I would run live events and manage crews on site at shows.

Our Key Contracts:

Technical Management Team - Golden Goose Theatre

Technical Management Team - White Bear Theatre

Crew Supplier - Pirate Crew LTD

Crew Supplier - Light Motif

Crew Supplier - PRG

Head Tech

Haverstock School
2018.09 - 2020.09
  • My role was to maintain equipment to manage school productions and open days. During my time here I would work with students in extracurricular activities and help during school classes alongside running after school clubs in music technology.

Workshop Leader

Croydon Youth Theatre
2018.09 - 2019.09
  • Croydon youth theatre was a community based workshop in which from a young age I became a workshop leader. This involved working with students ages 13 to 21 years old on community based productions.

Head Tech

Oasis Academy
2017.09 - 2018.09
  • My role was to maintain equipment to manage school productions and open days. During my time here I would work with students in extracurricular activities and help during school classes alongside running cover lesions.

Education

Level 3 Diploma - Technical Theatre Arts

The Brit School
London
2017.09 - 2019.09

GCSE - undefined

Oasis Academy
2012.09 - 2017.09

Skills

  • Visual merchandising insight
  • Staff rota arrangement
  • Store layout planning
  • Scheduling employees
  • Store security measures
  • Cash handling
  • Financial reporting
  • Staff retention techniques
  • Performance monitoring
  • Merchandising expertise
  • Loss prevention strategies

References

References are available upon request.

Awards

Community Service Award - Croydon School Awards 2016, Community Service Award - Croydon School Awards 2018, St Johns First Aid at Work, Plasma Scaffolding, CSCS Training Card

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Store Manager

Toolstation
2026.01 - Current

Store Manager

Toolstation
2023.01 - 2025.12

Assistant manager

Toolstation
2022.06 - 2022.12

Postmaster / Store Manager

Royal Mail Post Office Inside Londis
2020.02 - 2022.05

Managing Director

Gurdz Events
2019.01 - 2020.12

Head Tech

Haverstock School
2018.09 - 2020.09

Workshop Leader

Croydon Youth Theatre
2018.09 - 2019.09

Level 3 Diploma - Technical Theatre Arts

The Brit School
2017.09 - 2019.09

Head Tech

Oasis Academy
2017.09 - 2018.09

GCSE - undefined

Oasis Academy
2012.09 - 2017.09
DANIEL GURD