Rasheed Ansari
Squamish,BC
Summary
Retail management professional with 20+ years of experience leading teams, managing store operations, driving sales, and delivering customer service. Experienced Store Manager with teams of up to 35 employees in high-volume retail environments. Canadian retail experience with Home Depot and Your Independent Grocer, combined with international retail management experience.
Overview
5
5
Languages
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Freight Team Associate
The Home Depot
Melvern Square, BC
08.2025 - Current
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to move heavy items safely within the store.
- Organized freight in designated areas to enhance workflow and support timely order fulfillment.
- Collaborated with associates to align stock levels with daily customer demand, ensuring product availability.
- Participated in inventory counts to verify stock accuracy and availability.
- Communicated with supervisors to address supply needs and resolve workflow issues, promoting seamless operations.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure and clean work environment.
Dairy Clerk
Independet Grocer
Squamish, British Columbia
01.2025 - Current
- Managed dairy stock levels to ensure product freshness and availability.
- Monitored stock levels and restocked items promptly to maintain product availability.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of dairy display cases and shelves to enhance product presentation.
- Organized displays to enhance product visibility and customer engagement.
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries daily.
Assistant Store Manager
D Mart
Mumbai, Maharashtra
07.2021 - 01.2024
- Managed daily store operations and staff scheduling to ensure smooth workflow.
- Coordinated inventory management and optimized product displays to drive sales.
- Oversaw cash handling procedures and ensured accurate transactions.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively to enhance satisfaction levels.
- Trained new employees on customer service and store policies.
Department Manager
Star Bazaar
Mumbai, Maharashtra
03.2018 - 06.2021
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing stock discrepancies and ensuring product availability.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices and operational procedures.
- Developed employee schedules to optimize coverage during peak hours.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for staff.
Territory Sales Manager
Mumbai Properties
Mumbai, Maharashtra
04.2014 - 02.2018
- Developed territory sales strategies for residential and commercial properties.
- Managed relationships with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and retention.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create promotional materials for property listings.
- Trained and mentored junior sales staff on best practices and effective techniques.
- Organized property tours and open houses for prospective buyers and investors.
Store Manager
Gourmet Italian Food Company
Mumbai, Maharashtra
05.2010 - 03.2014
- Managed daily operations of a gourmet food store, ensuring efficient service and inventory management.
- Recruited, trained, and supervised new employees to build a capable team.
- Analyzed sales trends to optimize product offerings and pricing strategies.
- Coordinated promotional events that enhanced customer engagement and increased sales.
Guest Experience Manager
Barista Coffee Company
Mumbai, Maharashtra
04.2007 - 05.2010
- Implemented standard operating procedures for service excellence and team efficiency.
- Oversaw daily operations ensuring consistent guest satisfaction across all outlets.
- Resolved guest complaints promptly, fostering a positive atmosphere in the café.
Team Member
Cafe Coffee day
Mumbai, Maharashtra
08.2004 - 06.2007
- Prepared and served a variety of beverages and food items to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the café environment.
- Stocked supplies and organized inventory for daily operations.
Education
Pharmacy Assistant - Pharmacy
UFCW
Toronto, ON08-2025
BBA - Buisness
M S University
Mumbai05-2014
Skills
- Freight management
- Inventory management
- Shipping and receiving
- Material handling
- Safety compliance
- Process optimization
- Staff training
- Customer relationship management
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Communication
Languages
English
Professional
Hindi
Professional
Marathi
Professional
Arabic
Limited
Persian
Limited
Accomplishments
- Best Employee 3 times - Cafe Coffee Day
- Best Manager- Fair Price
Timeline
Freight Team Associate
The Home Depot
08.2025 - Current
Dairy Clerk
Independet Grocer
01.2025 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
D Mart
07.2021 - 01.2024
Department Manager
Star Bazaar
03.2018 - 06.2021
Territory Sales Manager
Mumbai Properties
04.2014 - 02.2018
Store Manager
Gourmet Italian Food Company
05.2010 - 03.2014
Guest Experience Manager
Barista Coffee Company
04.2007 - 05.2010
Team Member
Cafe Coffee day
08.2004 - 06.2007
Pharmacy Assistant - Pharmacy
UFCW
BBA - Buisness
M S University