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Shriya Tandon

Townsville,QLD

Summary

Results-oriented Operations Manager with a strong background in strategic operations management, recently led a team of 20 associates at Walmart. Expert in applying STEM MBA knowledge to convert complex operational challenges into effective, data-driven solutions and sustainable business strategies. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and driving team performance within a high-paced supercentre environment. Dedicated to leveraging analytical skills to contribute to organizational growth and innovation.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

GM Coach/Operations Manager

Walmart
Galesburg, IL
08.2024 - 03.2025

• Led operations for the market's #1 highest-volume store, managing 3 team leads and 17 associates across 10+ departments, driving $631.7K in hardlines and home sales, with 7.2% overall store sales growth.

• Executed comprehensive operational responsibilities, including annual store-wide inventory, daily claims management, freight planning, and merchandise strategy implementation.

• Managed daily truck receiving and inventory flow, ensuring seamless stock management and readiness during high-traffic holiday periods, like Black Friday and Christmas.

• Developed team performance through evaluations, SWAS technique training, and strategic workforce decisions, including hiring and termination.

• Leveraged advanced analytics tools (Me@Walmart, Workforce Planning) to optimize operational performance, and implemented cross-functional leadership strategies, including food safety certification.

Graduate CAP Cohort Peer Mentor/ Instructional Assistant (ECON101)/ International Projects Program Manager

University of Delaware
Newark, US
03.2022 - 12.2023

• Mentored 50+ international students, delivering 100+ hours of English instruction with 95% accuracy in grading, lesson planning, and classroom management while collaborating with 5 instructors to develop 40+ customized lesson plans and support student academic growth.

Program Associate

Biden School of Public Policy & Administration
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Assisted 16 global scholars with academic, volunteer and cultural activities, ensuring cross-cultural understanding and cohesion

Graduate Assistant (Management & Marketing)

Lerner College of Business & Economics
, US
02.2022 - 12.2022

• Supported two professors in managing administrative responsibilities for 215 students across three undergraduate classes, demonstrating leadership through exam proctoring, Qualtrics-based grading, and conducting comprehensive group evaluations.

Graduate Assistant (Administrative Research)

Texas A&M University
Corpus Christi, US
10.2021 - 12.2021

• Assisted 20+ patrons daily with research and online ticketing solutions, training 5 student workers, while maintaining transaction logs, and delivering exceptional customer service across multiple channels.

Scheduling & Reservations Specialist

Texas A&M University
Corpus Christi, US
09.2021 - 10.2021

Managed 10+ event spaces daily using Event Management Software, facilitating the design, application, and execution of 3+ event diagrams, while developing efficiency-enhancing dashboards based on client preferences and feedback.

Deputy Manager - Brand & Product Development/ Brand & Product Developer

Promounts Technocrats Pvt. Ltd.
, India
08.2020 - 06.2021

• Leveraged web analytics to conduct market research, implementing targeted promotions that increased annual sales by 15%, and achieved a 45% sales conversion through digital marketing brand awareness strategies.

• Organized weekly vendor meetings for 10+ vendors, strategizing procurement plans, and evaluating performance using KPIs, while communicating proactively with 25+ distributors to ensure timely product delivery.

• Implemented the RACI method for cross-functional activities, enhancing response times and performance monitoring, and contributed to presentations researching price strategy that increased sales by an additional 10%.

Additional Experience

Education

Master of Business Administration (STEM) - Business Analytics

University of Delaware
Newark, DE, US
05.2024

Bachelor of Arts Honors - English Literature

University of Delhi, Maitreyi College
Delhi, DL, India
06.2018

Skills

Technical Skills:

Alteryx Designer

Qlik Sense

Tableau

Google Analytics

SQL

R

MS Access

Soft Skills:

Communication

Problem-Solving

Adaptability

Time management

Critical thinking

Professional Competencies:

Data Analysis

Operations Management

Inventory Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Strategic Business Planning

Customer Service

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual

Certifications

  • Food Safety Manager Certification by National Registry of Food Safety Professionals | Valid from October 2024 - October 2029
  • Certification in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) by British Council, New Delhi, India | Completed in June - July 18,

Affiliations

Vice President - Marketing | Social Media Manager | UD MBA Student Association May 2022 - May 2024

• Strategically managed two social media platforms, leveraging analytics to optimize content and event promotion

• Led targeted marketing campaigns that increased event attendance and engagement

• Developed and designed the official student association logo

• Facilitated networking events to strengthen student and alumni connections

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

GM Coach/Operations Manager

Walmart
08.2024 - 03.2025

Program Associate

Biden School of Public Policy & Administration
06.2023 - 07.2023

Graduate CAP Cohort Peer Mentor/ Instructional Assistant (ECON101)/ International Projects Program Manager

University of Delaware
03.2022 - 12.2023

Graduate Assistant (Management & Marketing)

Lerner College of Business & Economics
02.2022 - 12.2022

Graduate Assistant (Administrative Research)

Texas A&M University
10.2021 - 12.2021

Scheduling & Reservations Specialist

Texas A&M University
09.2021 - 10.2021

Deputy Manager - Brand & Product Development/ Brand & Product Developer

Promounts Technocrats Pvt. Ltd.
08.2020 - 06.2021

Master of Business Administration (STEM) - Business Analytics

University of Delaware

Bachelor of Arts Honors - English Literature

University of Delhi, Maitreyi College
Shriya Tandon