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Karolina Janik

Karolina Janik

Crawley,West Sussex

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work history

Commercial Manager

Cavan Bakery
Hersham, Surrey
05.2024 - Current
  • Implemented cost-reduction initiatives, maximising profitability.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research for informed decision-making.
  • Liaised with the finance department for accurate budget planning and control.
  • Enhanced brand visibility by fostering strategic partnerships and collaborations.
  • Addressed customer issues with compassion and professionalism, ensuring swift, successful resolution.
  • Managed staffing schedules for high numbers of employees, delivering operational efficiency whilst remaining under budget.
  • Delivered exceptional staff performance through training and mentoring of 60 employees.
  • Analysed sales reports to identify trends and update strategies.

Area Manager

Cavan Bakery
Hersham, Surrey
03.2023 - Current
  • Supervised daily store operations, ensuring optimal customer service delivery.
  • Developed robust sales strategies to maximize revenue generation.
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders to enhance business growth.
  • Led multiple teams across different areas, fostering collaboration and communication.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
  • Applied expertise in team leadership to address productivity and performance issues, motivating staff to achieve KPIs.
  • Managed staffing schedules for high numbers of employees, delivering operational efficiency whilst remaining under budget.
  • Increased sales by 5% by rolling out new promotional strategies across regional shops.
  • Brought in exceptional candidates to boost team productivity and operational efficiency.
  • Addressed customer issues with compassion and professionalism, ensuring swift, successful resolution.
  • Deliver strategies to reduce staff turnover to include induction program ,personal coaching.
  • Upheld company visual standards and operational through successful area visits.

Store Leader

Decathlon UK
Crawley, West Sussex
11.2022 - 02.2023

• Analyzed sales and marketing information to update strategic plans. Reduced costs and improved operations by analyzing processes and customer feedback.

• Provided useful product guidance to assist with buying decisions, closing valuable customer sales.

• Limited financial discrepancies, accurately controlling monthly operations budget while delivering positive results.

• Supervised and led 3 Department Managers,1 Operation Manager and 25 shop floor employees

. • Wrote 3 year sales trajectory for the business to forecast economic results and ratios to ensure sustainable growth.

Designate Manager/Territory

Poundland
Surbiton, Surrey
11.2020 - 11.2021
  • Influenced key decision-making and established trust with stakeholders ,vendors ,buyers.
  • Prepared monthly sales forecast reports detailing key metrics to examine areas of improvement.
  • Managed budgets and inventory to minimize costs and maximize profits.
  • Drove revenue increases and team morale by developing and deploying incentivised sales contests.
  • Brought in exceptional candidates to boost team productivity and operational efficiency.
  • Conducted audits and risk assessments to achieve regulatory compliance.
  • Analysed data and identified opportunities to reduce operating costs.
  • Developed business plans to deliver sustained growth.
  • Reduced staff turnover by building positive company culture.
  • Recruited, hired and trained 30 high-achieving employees for improved marketing and sales performance.
  • Managed staffing schedules for high numbers of employees, delivering operational efficiency whilst remaining under budget.
  • Managed and distributed weekly sales reports, enabling performance evaluation to aid continual growth.
  • Oversaw operations of £ 25 million organization , including budget planning, strategy development , forecasting, PNL and payroll.
  • Guided team in planning ,implementation and execution of merchandising guidelines.
  • Covering sites in Surrey and London to deliver region sales strategy.

Store Manager

Peacocks
Sutton /Crawley, Surrey/Sussex
10.2015 - 11.2020
  • Led and motivated sales teams to consistently meet and exceed monthly sales goals.
  • Improved store status from market worst to best by implementing process improvements and identifying performance gaps for corrective action.
  • Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
  • Coached sales associates in product specification ,selling techniques ,significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Rotated stock to achieve optimum appeal and minimise shrinkage.
  • Established and administrated annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
  • Field based trainer for new Store Managers.
  • Oversaw and improved deliveries through proactive coordination of daily operations.
  • Built loyal customer bases by delivering excellent service and ensuring availability of in-demand products.
  • Ensured visually appealing, effective product displays using proven experience in visual merchandising.

Warehouse Manager

TK Maxx
Purley Way, Surrey
10.2014 - 10.2015
  • Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures to facilitate rapid onboarding in times of peak demands.
  • Optimised levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand, increasing percentage of orders fulfilled.
  • Implemented procedures to reduce shipping errors and packaging mistakes by 20%.
  • Managed seasonal recruitment by screening candidates, conducting interviews and coordinating comprehensive onboarding process.
  • Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximise space utilisation and improve process efficiency.
  • Boosted warehouse operations efficiency by overseeing ,dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.

Deputy Manager

Tk Maxx
Purley Way , Surrey
07.2013 - 10.2014
  • Conducted regular audits, maintaining appropriate stock supplies to meet consumer demand.
  • Created weekly performance reports, analysing and interpreting data to improve day-to-day business operations.
  • Coordinated all department functions for team of 70 employees.
  • Facilitated on-site staff training, developing processes and procedures to increase operational accuracy.
  • Drove operational ,visual and customer service standards in store.
  • Supervised and trained customer service team members to provide outstanding store results
  • Expanded customer base through strong service and multi-channel marketing strategies.

Assistant Manager

TK Maxx
Wimbledon, London
04.2012 - 06.2013
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired high-performing individuals, developing passionate, dedicated teams.
  • Created engaging, appealing merchandise displays to motivate impulse purchases and improve revenue.
  • Managed accounting duties such as revenue reporting and forecasting, enabling smooth financial operations.
  • Achieved recognition from senior management for contribution to store success ,including managing sales ,employees and operations to foster optimal performance.
  • Reduced corporate costs by developing and implementing improved merchandising.
  • Reviewed sales ,PLN reports to determine options for increasing sales.
  • Increased revenue by promoting complementary products.

Customer Service Manager

TK Maxx
Hammersmith, London
01.2009 - 04.2012
  • Planned staff rotas to meet customer needs whilst remaining under budget.
  • Delivered feedback constructively to enhance staff performance.
  • Recruited high-performing, reliable staff for improved team productivity.
  • Devised activity and service plans to meet customer requirements.
  • Forecasted long-term business objectives.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Actioned customer feedback to improve product and service offerings.
  • Implemented personal development programmes to enhance staff capabilities and satisfaction.
  • Worked closely with suppliers to fulfill customer demands.

Skills

  • Territory management
  • Customer service
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Controlling costs
  • Sales strategies
  • Computer literate
  • Experience of identifying new opportunities
  • Strong business and financial acumen
  • Experience in people management capacity


Timeline

Commercial Manager

Cavan Bakery
05.2024 - Current

Area Manager

Cavan Bakery
03.2023 - Current

Store Leader

Decathlon UK
11.2022 - 02.2023

Designate Manager/Territory

Poundland
11.2020 - 11.2021

Store Manager

Peacocks
10.2015 - 11.2020

Warehouse Manager

TK Maxx
10.2014 - 10.2015

Deputy Manager

Tk Maxx
07.2013 - 10.2014

Assistant Manager

TK Maxx
04.2012 - 06.2013

Customer Service Manager

TK Maxx
01.2009 - 04.2012
Karolina Janik