Experience

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  Safeway

  Oct 2004 - Sept 2010

  • Oversaw Home Center Departments as Senior Category Manager and orchestrated promotions for the Hypermarkets Chain• Negotiated highly successful deals with a positive impact on profits • Implemented data-Driven decision making by analyzing market trends, consumer behavior, and sales performance metrics• Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, ensuring timely completion of promotional activities• Optimized merchandising efforts in retail spaces to attract shopper attention while showcasing key product features effectively Show less • Managed Household, Linen, and Luggage Departments• Controlled a diverse portfolio of products, ensuring optimal mix between high-margin items and cost-effective options for customers• Developed detailed sales forecasts based on historical data, allowing for proactive inventory decisions• Seize every business opportunity to develop the sales, increase the profit or balance the stock• Reduced inventory costs through effective vendor negotiations and optimizing product assortment • Implemented data-driven pricing strategies, leading to an increase in profit margins while remaining competitive in the marketplace Show less

  • Senior Category Manager

    May 2006 - Sept 2010

  • Category Manager

    Oct 2004 - May 2006
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  Leaders

  Dec 2010 - Dec 2011

  Operations manager

  • Headed, established and developed Procurement, Showroom, Marketing, HR, and Warehouse Departments at Jordan's largest Electrical & Electronics Power Retailer • Successfully launched a 3600m2 showroom in 6 months, resulting in immediate second-ranking sales nationwide • Recruited and onboarded top-performing employees, all of whom made significant contributions to the rapid and substantial success• Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them• Maintained high inventory accuracy rate, minimizing stockouts and overstock situations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services• Developed and maintained outstanding relationships with external suppliers Show less

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  Grand stores llc

  Jan 2012 - now

  • Led Home Appliances, Linen, Dinnerware, and Gift Departments, overseeing Distribution, Tenders, Horeca, and Grand Stores Showrooms• Directed renowned brands including Vestel, Skyworth, Arzum Okka, Thomaston, Gummo, and more• Achieved market dominance of HA through strategic deals and system development • Increased Home Departments profits through successful restructuring• Oversaw inventory management processes, maintaining optimal stock levels, while also minimizing waste and losses • Worked actively with management team to create sales plans based on weekly trends resulting in sales growth revenue• Reduced staff turnover by maintaining a professional work environment and addressing challenges proactively • Improved departmental productivity through the implementation of standardized procedures and performance metrics• Successfully managed departmental budget, achieving multiple successes in cost savings, sales increases, stock management, and profit optimization Show less • Increased Grand Home showrooms sales through targeted marketing campaigns and assortment development• Expanded sales of Arzum Okka and establishing it as the top brand in its category within the UAE market • Motivated the team to consistently deliver effective selling behaviors through coaching and recognition • By promptly addressing concerns and consistently delivering exceptional service, I played a pivotal role in achieving high customer satisfaction, which in turn elevated our brands to the top Show less

  • Department Manager

    Jan 2018 - now

  • Assistant Department Manager

    Jan 2012 - Dec 2017