Amadou Barry

Team Leadership and Development:

Led and managed a team encompassing 30 stores and 4 districts within the Eastern region.

Oversaw the professional development and performance of 300 employees.

Mentorship and Guidance:

Provided continuous mentorship and guidance to District and Store Managers throughout the organization.

Supported their professional growth and contributed to their success.

Strategic Planning and Execution:

Developed and executed strategic plans to achieve sales targets and regional growth objectives.

Utilized market analysis and insights to drive sales strategies and maximize market potential.

Sales Performance Analysis:

Conducted thorough analysis of sales data and key performance indicators to identify growth opportunities.

Implemented data-driven decisions to optimize sales performance and profitability.

Market Expansion and Penetration:

Successfully expanded market reach and increased market penetration, resulting in revenue growth,

Developed and executed market-entry strategies to tap into new customer segments and geographies.

Customer Relationship Management:

Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with key clients, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Implemented effective customer retention strategies to drive repeat business and long-term partnerships.

Budget Management and Cost Control:

Effectively managed budgets and controlled costs, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources.

Balanced financial responsibilities to optimize profitability while maintaining service quality.

Multi-Store Retail Leadership:

Managed Consumer Electronics, Wireless sales, and Seasonal Merchandising across Walmart stores.

Oversaw the performance and operations of a network of stores, ensuring consistent results.

Collaboration with Telecom Partners:

Collaborated with major telecom providers, including Rogers Telecommunications, Fido Solutions, Chatr, Telus, Koodo, Bell Mobility, and Virgin Mobile.

Achieved key business objectives, performance reviews, and enhanced client experience within Walmart stores.

Strategic Problem Solving:

Proactively developed strategies for underperforming locations, driving improvements.

Recognized and rewarded successful practices to maintain and replicate success.

Staffing and Succession Planning:

Maintained appropriate staffing levels in accordance with established guidelines.

Managed and coached all managers, facilitating career development and succession planning.

Retention and Turnover Management:

Took responsibility for associate retention and successfully managed turnover rates within acceptable limits.

Change Management and Adaptability:

Successfully navigated and led teams through periods of change and market shifts.

Adapted strategies and tactics to meet evolving market conditions and customer needs..

Multi-Region Leadership:

Successfully directed a region comprising 3 areas and 20 stores, overseeing 125 employees and managing $42 million in revenues.

Sales Growth and Performance Enhancement:

Achieved remarkable sales growth, exceeding plan targets by 14% and 19% in the past two years.

Coached store managers on key performance indicators (SPH, UPT, AT) and optimized scheduling practices for peak trading periods.

Financial Strategy and Budget Management:

Conducted strategic financial reviews and developed clear action plans to surpass all budget goals.

Monitored progress and results by setting clear objectives and ensuring rigorous follow-up.

Data-Driven Decision-Making:

Utilized data from store feedback, competition checks, market analysis, and financial inventory reports to understand store needs.

Challenged and supported requirements related to buying, allocation, and marketing to drive sales growth.

Visual Merchandising Standards:

Ensured that visual standards were consistently met in stores.

Coached management teams to deliver and maintain these standards.

Staff Recognition and Customer Satisfaction:

Ranked as the Top District Manager in staff surveys with 92% approval in 2008 and 86% in 2009.

Recognized as the Top District Manager in post-paid sales for three consecutive years and received honors for Top Customer Satisfaction in 2009.Exceeding Sales Expectations:

Consistently surpassed yearly sales expectations by significant margins (11% in 2007, 13% in 2008, 16% in 2009, and 19% in 2010) through product diversification and robust sales training.

Average $ per Transaction Enhancement:

Managed a 14% increase in Average $ per Transaction by focusing on bundling, bridging, and attaching additional products and services during sales processes.

Mystery Shop Improvement:

Increased Mystery Shop results by 8%, leading the region with an 85% rating.

Efficient Store Managers:

Empowered and coached store managers, resulting in an 82% efficiency rating in 2008 and a remarkable 94% in 2009.