PRIYANSHU SHARMA
London,UK
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a Bachelor's in Business Administration with merit from Amity University and a Master's in International Business with merit from Brunel University. Proven experience in marketing, business development, and sales executive roles. Currently excelling as a Deputy Manager at Carpetright, demonstrating strong leadership and strategic skills. Actively seeking new opportunities to leverage expertise in driving business growth and achieving organizational objectives. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Duty manager
Carpetright
London, Hillingdon
2023.12 - Current
- Oversaw emergency procedures and administered first aid.
- Enforced health and safety procedures to prioritise staff and customer wellbeing.
- Led and managed administrative staff to maintain smooth daily operations.
- Recruited and onboarded new staff to meet performance standards.
- Developed organisational policies for administrative oversight and internal controls.
- Handled guest complaints to protect brand reputation.
- Coordinated staff training sessions, enhancing team competencies and service standards.
- Managed on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
Sales executive
Carpet Centre
London, United Kingdom
2022.10 - 2023.10
- Prepared invoices for customers with large orders or special sales types.
- Organised displays to promote inventory and encourage customer purchases.
- Carried out active selling from initial customer greeting.
- Boosted product sales by offering selection guidance to customers.
- Promoted customer loyalty scheme at checkout.
- Helped customers obtain specialised help for refunds and exchanges.
- Engaged customers to enhance in-store experience and provide outstanding customer service.
Manager of business development and sales
Dev Shree Construction
Alwar, India
2021.08 - 2022.03
- Maintained profitability by supporting thebudgetary planning process and providing investment recommendations.
- Defined business strategies and roadmaps to drive performance across sales, promotions and marketing departments.
- Developed marketing plans to support department strategies.
- Customized promotional strategies to meet theneeds of different clients, products and services.
- Maximised margin by using effective negotiation techniques.
Marketing Intern
Masala Pvt Ltd
Jaipur , India
2020.01 - 2020.06
- I had the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of the company's operations
- My responsibilities included conducting market research, assisting with product development, supporting marketing and sales efforts, and participating in day-to-day operations
- I also had the chance to participate in training and development programs, which helped me to gain valuable skills and knowledge related to the industry
- Through my internship at CIBA Masala
- Pvt Ltd, I was able to gain a deeper understanding of the spice industry and develop key skills that will be valuable in my future career.
Education
Msc International Business - Business
Brunel University London
London 2022.09 - 2023.09
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Business
Amity University
Jaipur, India 2001.04 - /2021
Journalism -
AMITY UNIVERSITY RAJASTHAN
Skills
- MS Word
- MS Powerpoint
- MS Excel
- Product Expertise
- Confident communicator
- Excellent timekeeping
- Brand awareness
- Self-motivated
- Customer service oriented
- Face-to-face selling
- People management
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
Additional Information
- Profound knowledge of Journalism.
- Ability to connect with the customers.
- Exceptional ability to work for long hours.
- Strong ability to work independently.
- Disciplined, punctual, and able to remain calm even in a conflict situation.
Languages
English
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
French
Beginner
Timeline
Duty manager
Carpetright
2023.12 - Current
Sales executive
Carpet Centre
2022.10 - 2023.10
Msc International Business - Business
Brunel University London
2022.09 - 2023.09
Manager of business development and sales
Dev Shree Construction
2021.08 - 2022.03
Marketing Intern
Masala Pvt Ltd
2020.01 - 2020.06
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Business
Amity University
2001.04 - /2021
Journalism -
AMITY UNIVERSITY RAJASTHAN