Experienced Operations Manager with a proven track record in operational strategy, process optimization, and team leadership. Skilled in leveraging data-driven insights to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and drive continuous improvement. Recognized for delivering measurable impact through effective resource planning, stakeholder collaboration, and strategic decision-making. Highly capable in managing large-scale projects and optimizing inventory systems to improve accuracy and reduce overhead.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
TELSTRA
01.2021 - Current
Spearheaded operational analyses to identify process bottlenecks, resulting in a 15% increase in workflow efficiency.
Developed and executed strategic recommendations to optimize resource allocation, reduce costs, and improve service quality.
Partnered with HR to design talent acquisition strategies, enhancing team capabilities while aligning staffing with operational goals.
Conducted comprehensive inventory audits, reducing stockouts by 25% and overstocking by 18% through streamlined ordering processes.
Created training programs that reduced onboarding time by 30% while boosting employee productivity.
Improved device uptime by 20% by streamlining technical support processes.
Conducting comprehensive analyses of store operations and organizational structures.
Providing strategic recommendations to enhance operational management efficiency across stores.
Identifying and addressing retail inventory discrepancies promptly.
Foster cross-functional collaboration to investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
Compiling, analyzing, and distributing weekly Inventory Discrepancy Reports to stakeholders.
Scheduling and overseeing the semi-annual physical inventory count for the NSW south region.
Reconcile store returns, make necessary adjustments, and negotiate 'loss of use value' with customers.
Adheres to the prescribed security controls to protect the Banking Centre against criminal and fraudulent operations and unnecessary risk or exposure.
Projects:
Inventory Management Improvement: Conducted a comprehensive inventory audit, streamlined ordering processes, and implemented cycle counting procedures to reduce stockouts, overstocking, and improve inventory accuracy.
Customer Service Enhancement: Reviewed customer feedback developed and delivered customer service training and implemented new guidelines and procedures to enhance the overall customer experience.
Promotional Campaign: Collaborated cross-functionally to plan and execute seasonal promotional campaigns, including in-store displays, signage, and product demonstrations, while analyzing data to measure effectiveness.
Associate Training and Development: Assessed training needs, created knowledge base & comprehensive materials, facilitated training sessions, and implemented ongoing coaching and mentoring programs for skill development of store associates.
Operational Efficiency: Reviewed and streamlined store processes, implemented new procedures for tasks like cash handling and reporting, and conducted time studies to improve productivity and operational efficiency.
Key Achievements: Exhibited exceptional performance and leadership skills, resulting in a rapid career advancement from Sales Consultant to Assistant Manager within a year of joining the company.
Demonstrated a strong attention to detail, resulted in a 25% decrease in the errors.
Generated unit/store reporting for the higher management, internal & external stakeholder using power query, pivot tables & formulas in Excel.
Optimized inventory management processes, reducing stockouts by 25% and overstocking by 18%.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve recurring technical issues, improving device uptime by 20%.
Oversaw product ordering processes and implemented robust inventory control measures.
Collaborated closely with sales personnel to drive new business acquisition and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.
Leveraged effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster client loyalty and growth.
Ensured seamless departmental and store operations by promoting teamwork, cooperation, and coordination with co-workers and superiors.
Continuously identified opportunities for process improvements and implemented initiatives to enhance job performance and operational efficiency.
Cultivated a customer-centric mindset within the team, prioritizing customer satisfaction and creating a pleasant shopping environment.
Gathered and acted upon customer feedback to address concerns and improve overall experience.
Provided valuable insights, feedback, and recommendations to senior leadership, including Store Director, District Manager, VP of Operations, and Division Management teams, on operational challenges and strategies.
Diligently performed all duties assigned by supervisors or managers, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to organizational goals.
Assisted in conducting and communicating performance evaluations within the department, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Education
Bachelor of Accounting -
Universal Business School
07.2018
Skills
Inventory Management
SAP
Project management
Customer service
Employee training
Operational efficiency
Technical troubleshooting
Team building
Time management
Effective communication
Process improvement
Staff recruitment
Training management
Employee relations and conflict resolution
Performance improvements
Performance evaluations
Budgeting and forecasting
Problem-solving
Team leadership
Operations management
Planning and implementation
Operations monitoring
Certification
Advance Diploma in Leadership and Environment, Vocational Training Institute, Tasmania
4P model strategy leadership course, Harvard
The science of corresponding with busy people, Harvard
Aspiring leaders program, Telstra
Accomplishments
The TRS Northan Outstanding Contribution Award is given by the Northan executive director of Telstra
GM Quarterly Behaviors Award given by the General Manager of Telstra