Saad Rana
Pleasanton,CA
Summary
Dynamic individual with extensive hands-on experience in multi-level management. Possess a natural talent for navigating challenges. Strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach enable tackling new tasks with ease. Recognized for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Territory Manager
Salkhi Petroleum
06.2024 - Current
- Oversee operations for 18 fuel service stations and convenience stores across the San Francisco peninsula down to Monterey county, ensuring each location meets and exceeds company standards for customer service, safety, and profitability
- Conducted quarterly business reviews with store managers to analyze performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement
- Ensure all locations comply with federal, state, and local regulations regarding health, safety, and environmental standards, maintaining a spotless compliance record and reducing incident rates by 100%
- Conduct regular site visits to evaluate operational and compliance efficiency, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions
- Successfully negotiated new supplier contracts, resulting in a 25% reduction in costs for key products
- Analyzed sales data to identify areas for territory improvement and implemented strategies to maximize sales growth.
Dual Manager
Chevron Corporation
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Successfully managed daily operations of 4 busy Chevron stations, ensuring seamless functioning and upholding company standards
- Excelled in delivering exceptional customer service, effectively addressing inquiries, resolving complaints, and maintaining high customer satisfaction
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and maintained a safe work environment
- Reassessed pricing strategy for fuel and convenience store items
- Ensured that prices are competitive while maintaining healthy profit margins
- Reviewed and optimized operational expenses, including payroll, maintenance, and supplies
- Leader of the marketing and promotion program for a team of 15 store managers, coached and increased loyalty percentages in the first month of employment across the zone to help increase gross profits
District Manager & Security Director
Alliance Petroleum
09.2016 - 04.2022
- Implemented and managed comprehensive security programs for a network of convenience stores, reducing incidents of theft and vandalism by 30% within the first year
- Developed and implemented security policies, procedures, and training programs to promote a culture of security awareness among employees and minimize security breaches
- Led investigations into security incidents and collaborated with law enforcement agencies to apprehend perpetrators and recover stolen assets
- Established and maintained relationships with security vendors, contractors, and law enforcement agencies to ensure timely and effective response to security-related issues
- Daily/weekly/monthly KPI monitoring, as well as continuous workflow and process improvement
- Managed the adoption of new back-office software, trained and maintained all 56 locations by creating network settings and data management
- Performed contract negotiations, cost analysis, oversite, and status communications of all high-touch customer implementation projects
- Managed the opening of 18 new locations and implemented profitable, efficient, and successful operations
- Improved average sales by 65% and cut inventory costs by 40%
Education
AWS Cloud Practitioner -
Per Scholas
02.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Business Technology Management
Ohlone College
Fremont, CASkills
- Project Management
- Corrective & Preventive Action
- Multi Unit Management
- Ethics & Compliance Analysis
- Risk Assessments
- Enterprise Risk Management
- Data Analysis (KPIs, KRIs, KCIs)
- Qualitative & Quantitative Analysis
- Goals and performance
- Business development and planning
- Team collaboration and leadership
Certification
- AWS Cloud Practitioner, 01/23
- California Real Estate License, 03/22
Accomplishments
- Human Energy Award
- Everyday Excellence Award
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Territory Manager
Salkhi Petroleum
06.2024 - Current
Dual Manager
Chevron Corporation
05.2022 - 06.2024
District Manager & Security Director
Alliance Petroleum
09.2016 - 04.2022
AWS Cloud Practitioner -
Per Scholas
Some College (No Degree) - Business Technology Management
Ohlone College
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