Jay Marathe
Halifax,West Yorkshire
Summary
Strategic and people-focused leader with a proven track record in improving productivity, delivering outstanding customer experiences, and developing high-performing teams. I bring a deep understanding of customer needs and operational efficiency, honed through years of frontline leadership and data-driven decision-making. Passionate about creating inclusive, empowered work environments that inspire accountability and continuous growth, I thrive in roles that demand both strategic thinking and hands-on execution. My commitment to coaching and mentoring enables teams to exceed targets while fostering loyalty and long-term engagement. I’m now seeking a role where I can use these strengths to drive business outcomes and customer satisfaction in a new challenge..
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Store Manager
Lidl GB
Todmorden
05.2024 - Current
- Leading a team of circa 20 members of staff in a store taking between £210k and £230k.
- Improved LFL sales by around 5% so far through embedding processes and routines aimed at improving availability.
- Improving store standards to ensure a good customer shopping experience.
- Supported all stores within the district for period end inventories ands received positive feedback from my peers and my Area Manager
Store Manager
Lidl GB
, Bradford
10.2022 - 04.2024
- First appointment as Store Manager in a store with circa 23 members of staff.
- Improved sales from £170k to £200k and increased unit sales from 110k to 125k leading store to around 30th nationally for growth.
- Cultivated an inventory culture within store leading to an improvement from -2.58% to around -1.58%.
- Actively developing my team of managers and colleagues to help provide a talent pipeline for our district.
Store Manager
Wm Morrisons Plc
Meltham, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire
02.2017 - 12.2021
- Successfully managed store with highest sales density nationally with sales per square foot ranging between £34 and £38 and weekly sales ranging from £420,000 and £450,000 (excluding peak trade).
- Led cultural change within store through engaging with colleagues ensuring that every decision is made with customers at the forefront.
- Delivered outstanding results in terms of sales, sales per square foot, payroll, absence, waste, shrinkage and compliance to health and safety and food safety regulations.
- Coached and developed many colleagues to higher work levels including Store Manager. This created sustainable talent pipelines within store allowing colleagues to further their ambitions and form a career.
- Trained managers regionally on delivering compliance to health and safety and food safety policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate a highly adaptive approach and strong communication skills helping colleagues reach their full potential in all situations.
Store Manager
Wm Morrisons Plc
Stone, Staffordshire
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Led team of 140 colleagues in high sales density store with affluent demographic.
- Improved customer satisfaction by 8%.
- Improved store standards through implementation of robust routines.
Store Manager
Wm Morison's Plc
Telford, Telford and Wrekin
08.2015 - 01.2016
- Led team of 110 colleagues in price sensitive store which was located in rapidly developing area.
- Increased sales by 10% and reduced customer complaints by 80%.
Retail Graduate/Deputy Store Manager
Wm Morrisons Plc
Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire
11.2012 - 08.2015
- Gained considerable experience of retail management through Morrisons Graduate scheme completing program in under five months in store taking over £1 million weekly.
- Held position of Deputy Store Manager of two different stores.
- Successfully completed Store Manager assessment center against Deputy Store Managers with many more years experience.
Education
Master of Science - Cell and Tissue Engineering
Keele University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Nottingham
NottinghamA-Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Psychology
St. Joseph's College
Skills
- Passion for putting the customer at the heart of every decision and delivering an exceptional customer experience
- Improving productivity with organisations
- Lead cultural changes within teams and increase capability building teams that are highly performing
- Coaching and colleague development
- Proven track record of delivering outstanding sales performances and cost controls
- Outstanding communication and coaching skills
- Adaptable approach
- Highly motivated and dedicated
- Well organised and strong time management
- Competent with various aspects of technology and systems and an exceptionally fast learner
Custom
Jay, Marathe, 07540694120, jay.marathe1990@gmail.com, The Beeches, Moorbottom Lane, West Yorkshire, Halifax, HX4 8PZ
Certification
Personal license holder
Timeline
Store Manager
Lidl GB
05.2024 - Current
Store Manager
Lidl GB
10.2022 - 04.2024
Store Manager
Wm Morrisons Plc
02.2017 - 12.2021
Store Manager
Wm Morrisons Plc
01.2016 - 02.2017
Store Manager
Wm Morison's Plc
08.2015 - 01.2016
Retail Graduate/Deputy Store Manager
Wm Morrisons Plc
11.2012 - 08.2015
Master of Science - Cell and Tissue Engineering
Keele University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Nottingham
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Psychology
St. Joseph's College
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