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Nitin Verma

Edmonton,AB

Summary

A people oriented RETAIL and FOOD SERVICE, OPERATIONS and MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL, with a tactical blend of many years of professional management education, over 20 years of hands-on combined retail and food service operations & management experience and an in-depth understanding of the art of strategic business development and talent development/engagement.

A thorough understanding of the retail and food service operations and management (within both Canadian , UK and Indian markets), strong training & development skills, strong accounting/analytical skills, strong computer skills, strong strategic planning skills, creative merchandising skills, professional time management & organizational skills, strong communication skills , keen attention to detail and follow up skills, self-motivated & energetic, proven ability to work independently as well as within a team environment and outstanding negotiating & persuasion skills.

In addition, an energetic & extroverted personality with, an amazing ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment, exceptional people management/engagement skills, strong presentation & communication skills and an amazing ability to think laterally.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager Walmart Supercenter 1138

Walmart
Edmonton, AB
01.2022 - Current

Retail operations
Retail business expertise with 13 years solid retail management experience. Strong business acumen with strategic planning emphasis. Commitment to achieving excellence in customer service

Financial management
Financial background with strong P&L management skills, forecasting and budgeting experience. Management of store’s overall performance using data management to maximize sales and profitability, reduce expenses and ensure compliance to company standards and procedures.

People leadership
Motivates, encourages, mentors and coaches all store associates. Encourages advancement of team goals through leadership, integrity and effective communication. Strong adherence to corporate beliefs and values.

Store Manager Walmart Supercenter 1009

Walmart
Whitecourt, AB
04.2021 - 12.2022
  • Increased top line sales from $40m to $45m in 8 months becoming the highest volume sales and profit location .
  • Through intense and well versed expectations I achieved the results above and in the process was able to develop 2 Assistant Managers, 3 lead Department Managers, and 5 Department Managers.
  • Instrumental in initiating, fostering and maintaining relationships with Vendors and Supply chain partners.

Co Manager Walmart Supercenter 3027

Walmart
Edmonton, AB
08.2019 - 04.2021

Managed sales transactions with a revenue stream of $120m annually. Created and directed sales team training and development programs. Monitored customer preferences to determine focus of sales efforts.

Instrumental in the restructuring and retraining of three failing store locations. Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory. Instrumental in streamlining associate base by increasing associate productivity and maximizing management efficiency. Developed and shared best practices across the company, including training and development, mentor programs, freight movement and stocking logistics, merchandising best practices, and compliance programs.

Assistant Manager Walmart

Walmart
St. Albert, AB
07.2012 - 07.2019
  • Trained staff to deliver outstanding customer service.
  • Created and directed sales team training and development programs.
  • Trained in negotiations and time management.
  • Managed in 5 different stores and was routinely utilized to redirect under performing locations around my current assignment
  • Responsible for promoting over 100 associates into higher functioning job titles by evaluating talent and setting proper expectations.
  • Completed weekly schedules according to payroll policies

General Manager

Darden Restaurants, Olive Garden
Edmonton, AB
06.2011 - 07.2012
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.

Food and Beverage Manager

Manre Restaurant And Night Club
New Delhi
09.2008 - 01.2010

As a Food & Beverage Manager, Managing modern European Restaurant,A Lounge Bar,Night Club,middle eastern terrace restaurant,And Indian terrace restaurant Under one roof.A perfect hangout for VVIP'S. Ensuring delivery of highest level of services to customers and meeting their expectations. Accountable for implementation of all statutory and legal requirements within the department. Recommending and assisting in the implementation of activity to stimulate sales revenue. Devised plans to increase revenue and curtail expenses while focusing on maximizing profitability.

Restaurant Manager

St Nicholas Hotel
Scarborough, North Yorkshire
02.2005 - 07.2008

support General Manager in business and operational functions (e.g. human resources, financial management, and total quality management, (culinary and front of house operation).Demonstrating leadership and expertise in all areas of the operation. Coaching, teaching and role modeling the standards holding crew responsible for and providing the best dining experience for each guest on every visit. Creating a positive work environment for crew.

Restaurant Assistant

Hyatt Regency
New Delhi
05.2002 - 02.2005
  • Conducted hourly rounds to wipe tables, stock utensils and sweep floor to maintain cleanliness of eating area.
  • Stocked condiments, filled specialty machines with drink mixes and prepped fryer items to prepare for peak hours.
  • Processed bulk menu items on grill area to replenish warmers and labeled with times.
  • Operated headset to take orders from drive-thru and entered into POS system directing them to pull forward to collect payment.

Education

Bachelors - Tourism And Hospitality Management

Degree in Hospitality Management
Gwalio, India
03.2002

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce And Business Administration

Delhi University
Delhi
04.2000

High School Diploma -

Arwachin Bharti Bhawan School
Delhi
03.1997

Skills

    • Work force management
    • Strong public speaker
    • Training and development
    • Team-oriented
    • Strategic planning
    • Outstanding communication skills
    • Exceptional leader
    • Recruiting and interviewing

Accomplishments

Proven leader with history of personal growth and promotions. Path has led me to ultimately managing Walmart's largest volume sales and profit location in Edmonton, and routinely overseeing all aspects of $120m dollar operations. Recently recruited to attend Walmart's premiere training course, in order to prepare for the next level promotion; Market Leader. Selected to be a facilitator in Market Development series, a course with objective and fact based training and support. Selected to serve on a panel which names new Store Managers by interviewing, vetting, and testing applicants.

Additional Information

  • Was part of a curriculum development team for a local high school and served as a community leader for YMCA outreach Program.
  • Completed Harvard Management leadership Training.
  • Support and work at Special Olympics events at University every year.
  • Awarded as Employee of the Year 2007 by St.nicholas hotel.
  • Awarded as Employee of the month October 2004 by Hotel Hyatt Regency .
  • Attended trainings to maintain standards of AA Rosette and handling AA Rosette mystery guests.
  • Kept updated by attending regular personal development trainings held at the premises on regular intervals.
  • Nine Acknowledgement letters from club at the Hyatt, for selling the loyalty program to diners in the restaurant.

Timeline

Store Manager Walmart Supercenter 1138

Walmart
01.2022 - Current

Store Manager Walmart Supercenter 1009

Walmart
04.2021 - 12.2022

Co Manager Walmart Supercenter 3027

Walmart
08.2019 - 04.2021

Assistant Manager Walmart

Walmart
07.2012 - 07.2019

General Manager

Darden Restaurants, Olive Garden
06.2011 - 07.2012

Food and Beverage Manager

Manre Restaurant And Night Club
09.2008 - 01.2010

Restaurant Manager

St Nicholas Hotel
02.2005 - 07.2008

Restaurant Assistant

Hyatt Regency
05.2002 - 02.2005

Bachelors - Tourism And Hospitality Management

Degree in Hospitality Management

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce And Business Administration

Delhi University

High School Diploma -

Arwachin Bharti Bhawan School
Nitin Verma