Ibrahim Deknach
Melbourne,Australia
Summary
Dynamic Store Manager at SportFirst with proven expertise in team leadership and cost control. Successfully directed operations to exceed sales targets while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Skilled in project oversight and client communication, I thrive in high-pressure environments, driving quality and efficiency in every project. Customer-oriented store manager offering several years of experience in retail operations, sales and service team leadership and profitability strategies. Organised and skilled at prioritising daily tasks and following through to achieve performance and productivity goals. Recruits, trains, develops and manages a team of store associates and assistant managers.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Store Manager
SportFirst
Keysborough, Australia
02.2021 - Current
- Managed store operations, staff scheduling, and compliance with safety standards.
- Directed a team to achieve sales, demonstrating strong leadership under pressure.
- Controlled budgets, inventory, and reporting — transferable to construction project cost control.
Assistant Construction Manager
Solomons Construction
Melbourne, Australia
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted in managing commercial and residential projects from planning through completion.
- Supported site managers with scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and progress reporting.
- Ensured compliance with OH&S regulations and building codes.
- Assisted in procurement and monitoring of materials to control costs and avoid delays.
- Contributed to quality inspections and liaised with clients to support project handovers.
Salesperson
SportFirst
Mulgrave, Australia
02.2018 - 02.2021
- Delivered customer-focused service and resolved issues effectively.
- Consistently exceeded performance targets through proactive problem solving.
- Supported operations during high-demand periods, building adaptability and teamwork.
- Engaged customers to understand their needs and recommend suitable products.
Education
Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) -
Victoria University
Melbourne, Australia06-2026
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) -
Sirius College
Keysborough, Australia12.2020
Skills
- Fundamentals of project oversight
- Client communication
- Team leadership
- Cost control
- Problem resolution
- Leadership development
- Operations management
- Quality assurance
- Promotions management
- Performance reviews
- Site coordination and subcontractor management
- Knowledge of building codes, safety, and compliance
- Leadership and team supervision
- Time management and decision-making
- Stakeholder and client communication
- Materials and cost management
References
Available upon request
Affiliations
- Indoor soccer
- Perfume collecting
- Mini home DIY
Certification
- Driver's license
- VCE Completion Certificate
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Store Manager
SportFirst
02.2021 - Current
Assistant Construction Manager
Solomons Construction
02.2021 - 02.2022
Salesperson
SportFirst
02.2018 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) -
Victoria University
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) -
Sirius College