Pardip Sandhu
Wolver,west midlands
Summary
Results-driven Operations Manager with a proven track record of founding and scaling successful fashion brands, driving multimillion-pound revenue growth, and optimizing end-to-end supply chain and logistics processes. I specialize in building and leading high-performing, geographically dispersed teams while streamlining operations across buying, sourcing, and distribution. With expertise in strategic supplier partnerships, e-commerce development, and brand strategy, I deliver operational excellence that translates to increased profitability and market impact."
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head of retail operations
Vanilla Retail Group
London, l
07.2021 - Current
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient retail operational strategies.
- Developed retail team for improved performance and productivity.
- Achieved smooth store operations with effective inventory management.
- Streamlined in-store processes to enhance customer experience.
- Managed supply chain logistics, resulting in timely product availability.
- Improved sales performance with tactical pricing strategies.
- Led multi-channel implementation efforts to diversify revenue streams.
- Conducted regular competitor analysis, informing strategic planning initiatives.
- Fostered positive relationships with suppliers for favourable trade terms.
- Advocated sustainability within retail operations, promoting ethical trading practices.
- Drove technology integration into retail operations, improving business efficiency.
- Planned logistical operations for safe transportation, storage and sale of goods.
- Directed retail and wholesale operations, scrutinising and improving existing processes to boost efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-company departments, developing new strategies to capitalise on emerging customer trends.
- Determined strategic direction of organisation based on industry knowledge and market research.
Deputy manager
T-Mobile UK
Birmingham
11.2008 - 05.2010
Business development manager
T-Mobile UK
Birmingham
01.2008 - 11.2008
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Product Development
University of the Arts London
London 09.1995 - 06.2000
Skills
- Entrepreneurship & Brand Development: Proven expertise in founding and launching successful fashion brands, driving concept-to-market execution with strong market positioning
- Buying, Sourcing & Supplier Management: Comprehensive experience in negotiating with international suppliers (China, India) to ensure product quality, cost efficiency, and timely manufacturing
- Leadership & Team Building: Skilled in leading high-performing teams across diverse functions and geographies, with a focus on recruitment, development, and performance management
- B2B & Revenue Growth: Successfully established and scaled a wholesale B2B division, generating significant revenue and expanding market presence
- E-commerce & Digital Strategy: Competent in creating high-performing e-commerce platforms and implementing branding and social media strategies to drive online sales and customer engagement
- Operational & Supply Chain Management: Expertise in end-to-end supply chain and logistics management, ensuring efficiency and meeting market demands
Timeline
Head of retail operations
Vanilla Retail Group
07.2021 - Current
Deputy manager
T-Mobile UK
11.2008 - 05.2010
Business development manager
T-Mobile UK
01.2008 - 11.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Product Development
University of the Arts London
09.1995 - 06.2000
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