Experienced Retail candidate Seeking employment

I am a highly results-driven male, 39 years old, with progressive experience in high-volume, multi-department retail environments. I am currently seeking a challenging and rewarding position where I can leverage my expertise to drive profitability and operational excellence. My background includes specialized, hands-on experience in the liquor, grocery, and fresh produce sectors, managing large-scale operations and teams of up to 70 staff. I am based in eManzimtoti, KZN, and ready to take on a new challenge in the region. Core Value Proposition & ExpertiseMy focus is on delivering measurable results across all facets of retail management: •Strategic P&L Management: Full Profit & Loss responsibility, budgeting, sales forecasting, and margin optimization. Proven ability to implement strategies that increase gross margin and control costs. •Operational Excellence & Loss Prevention: Expert in implementing robust inventory control systems (including SAP and Syspro), rigorous administration, and loss prevention initiatives that have successfully reduced shrinkage and delivered annual savings. •Human Capital Management: Experienced in leading, mentoring, and developing large teams. Skilled in performance management, conflict resolution, and succession planning, with a track record of reducing staff turnover. •Compliance & Risk Management: Consistently achieved 100% pass rates on internal and external food safety and health audits, ensuring stringent compliance and proactive risk management. •Commercial Strategy: Strong in sales management, promotional strategies, category management, and strategic supplier negotiations to secure favorable deals and drive sales growth.