Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Gobinda Sikder

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Reliable Store Manager with 15 years in sales and progressive leadership roles. Skilled at coaching and encouraging team toward advancement by leveraging enthusiastic and supportive attitude. Proactive in addressing operational concerns to streamline processes, boost customer engagement and leverage substantial marketing prowess to strengthen and expand revenue streams.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Store Manager

Coles Supermarket
Baulkham Hills
10.2023 - Current
  • Conducted daily store operations,
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify areas of improvement
  • Monitored inventory levels and investigate if there is any discrepancies.
  • Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
  • Established customer service standards and monitored team compliance.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.
  • Assessed operational efficiency of the store's departments.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings through waste reduction initiatives.

Assistant Store Manager

Coles Supermarket
North Parramatta
11.2022 - 10.2023
  • Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and Team scheduling.
  • Supervised a team of employees and provided ongoing training to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner and addressed any issues that may arise during store hours.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety and leagal regulations throughout the store premises.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews with team members to assess individual progress and set goals for future development.
  • Provided leadership support during peak business hours by motivating staff members to meet targets.
  • Organized weekly meetings with department managers to review progress on key objectives.
  • Answered customer questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone.
  • Oversaw aspects of maintenance, inventory and daily activity management.

Fresh Trading Manager

Coles Super Market
Baulkham Hills
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • Developed and implemented food safety protocols to ensure compliance with health regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory, ordering, and sales activity.
  • Managed daily operations of the fresh food department, including staffing and scheduling.
  • Ensured products were rotated properly to maintain optimal freshness and quality.
  • Trained new employees on proper sanitation, safety, and customer service procedures.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly and provided feedback as necessary.
  • Implemented effective merchandising techniques designed to increase visibility of products.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in accordance with company policies.

Dry Goods Manager

Coles Supermarket
Westmead
03.2018 - 10.2021
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date inventory records.
  • Monitored stock levels to ensure availability of products.
  • Conducted periodic inventories and physical counts of product supplies.
  • Investigated discrepancies between physical count and computer records.
  • Organized regular cycle counts to identify any potential issues early on.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate replenishment activities as required.
  • Responded promptly to requests from customers regarding product availability.

Duty Manager

Coles Supermarket
Macquarie Park
10.2016 - 02.2018
  • Managed night operation of the store including customer service, night filling, safety and legal compliances.
  • Conducted regular meetings with team to discuss operational issues and performance reviews.
  • Provided training for new night team on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
  • Resolved customer service issues in a timely manner while preserving company standards of quality and professionalism.
  • Managed emergency situations such as fires, medical emergencies or criminal activity.
  • Identified opportunities to improve efficiency of operations processes during the night shift.

Education

Master of Science - Management Information Systems

University of Ballarat
11-2006

Master of Science - Physics

National University
Bangladesh
12-2002

Bachelor of Science - Physics

National University
Bangladesh
12-1999

Skills

  • Multitasking
  • Loss Prevention
  • Risk Management
  • Customer Service Management
  • Employee Training
  • Team Development
  • Talent Recruitment

Certification

  • First Aid
  • Return to Work Co-Ordinator
  • Food Safety Supervisor

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Store Manager

Coles Supermarket
10.2023 - Current

Assistant Store Manager

Coles Supermarket
11.2022 - 10.2023

Fresh Trading Manager

Coles Super Market
11.2021 - 10.2022

Dry Goods Manager

Coles Supermarket
03.2018 - 10.2021

Duty Manager

Coles Supermarket
10.2016 - 02.2018

Master of Science - Management Information Systems

University of Ballarat

Master of Science - Physics

National University

Bachelor of Science - Physics

National University
Gobinda Sikder