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Laura Tarvide

Laura Tarvide

London,South West

Summary

Results-focused and energetic Manager offering 12 years of progressive leadership experience. Transforms teams to drive financial and operational success.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Manager/ Interim Store Manager Tudor BTQ

The Watches Of Switzerland Group
London, Greater London
02.2024 - Current
  • Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
  • CRM - have built positive relationships with clients.
  • Organized and scheduled team development training such as development plans, career, Rolex & Tudor academy training and Art Of Hosting to further develop staff based on business goals.
  • Oversaw workforce recruitment, hiring two new candidates.
  • Led by example and exceeded personal and teams sales targets, actively managing store environment, fostering team positivity and driving sales.
  • Achieved top individual performance in Product Care ( insurance policy sales) and we are 2nd best YTD in the whole region.
  • Managed team to consistently achieve highest levels of customer service. We have increased our google reviews to 4.8 stars.
  • Consistently met weekly KPI and monthly sales targets.We are 2nd best performing Tudor BTQ in UK.
  • We have won -Team Of the Month and twice SCOM.
  • Whilst being an interim Manager, we have achieved the top performing Boutique recognition in our region vs LY sales.
  • Organized Special VIP Client Events.

General Manager

Itsu Ltd
London
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Maintained agile, responsible organisation with sustained revenue growth by monitoring industry forecasts, honing budgets, stock and waste management. Worked in one of busiest stores with sales of 40k to 45k.
  • Monitored operations to assess and highlight results.
  • Partnered with management team to optimise operations and reduce costs.
  • Monitored and evaluated teams, identifying and targeting opportunities for improvement.
  • Empowered 25 staff members to contribute to continuous improvement, quality and growth of company.
  • Delivered team brief in energising and informative manner.
  • Managed ordering and sales planning.

1st Assistant General Manager

Nandos
London
04.2022 - 11.2023
  • Motivated management and staff teams to consistently deliver high quality, customer-focused service, consistently maintaining customer satisfaction score of 90%.
  • Worked with General Manager to determine effective business strategies, achieving 90% gross profit goal within first 6 months of employment.
  • Maintained store appearance, including shelving organisation, store layout and visual merchandise planning.
  • Nurtured positive customer relationships, enhancing membership loyalty and driving client retention.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired high-performing individuals, developing passionate, dedicated teams.
  • Worked with store manager to develop action plans to increase performance and exceed sales KPIs.
  • Highlighted individual and team accomplishments and made recommendations on new and impactful methods of recognition.
  • Coached and implemented strict hygiene and excellent standard at all times, successfully passed OPS with 96% score and compliments

General Shop Manager

Flutter Entertainment Plc
London
03.2013 - 04.2022
  • Developed team's product knowledge, resulting in increased store sales reaching total gross sales profit of 120%
  • Kept business in compliance with internal controls, industry regulations and health and safety requirements.
  • Oversaw business staffing and training, building successful, customer-focused team.
  • Performed various store operations including opening and closing procedures, product display management and budget control.
  • Toured sales floor regularly, assessing and improving daily operations.
  • Recruited and trained staff members, leading by example to consistently elevate store standards.
  • Analysed sales figures, identifying areas to improve and implementing remedial action.
  • Resolved complex disputes and handled product returns with professionalism, offering practical solutions to maintain customer satisfaction and uphold stellar reputation.

Chef de partie

Cafe Rouge and Prince of Wales
London
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Catering management
  • Supervising and instructing kitchen personnel on equipment usage hygiene procedures, providing help and support where appropriate
  • Food hygiene and Health & Safety training
  • Handled special customer requests to meet dietary needs and mitigate allergen risks.
  • Managed food usage by First-In, First-Out (FIFO) rules, avoiding unnecessary waste.

Worked in busy Leicester square serving over 45 tables a day

Supervisor

London Linen supply
London
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Increased sales by 15%
  • Supervising and training new personnel
  • Organizing product ensuring high quality and timely deliveries
  • Specializing in quality checks and packing for high end customers and establishments
  • Performed thorough quality and safety checks, ensuring all specifications were strictly adhered to.
  • Achieved order processing and delivery time targets through smooth warehouse operations.

Education

Chartered Management Institute (CMI) L3 - Operational Management

Lifetime Learning
London
04.2021

L3 Certificate Team leader - Supervisor

Lifetime Learning
London
03.2020

IAO L3 Diploma - Retail Skills (Sales Professional)

Lifetime Learning
London
01.2020 - 02.2021

IAO L3 Certificate - Retail Knowledge

Lifetime Learning
London
06.2020

BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal License Holders - Legal and Social Responsibilities of a Personal License Holder

BIIAB
London
04.2023 -

First Aid at Work - H&S (First Aid) Regulations 1981

Little Wing Training
London
02.2023 - 02.2026

Legal & Standards - Allergy and Intolerance Awareness

Tragus Training
London

A-Levels -

Rigas High School Latvia
London
05.2017

Skills

  • Ability to work under pressure and deal with challenging situations
  • Sales maximisation strategies
  • Outstanding customer service
  • Production reporting
  • Coaching leadership
  • Target motivated
  • Commercial awareness
  • Leadership and team building

Languages

English
Advanced
Latvian
Native
Russian
Upper intermediate

Interests

INTERESTS & HOBBIES, Enjoy traveling, photography, salsa, sports, volunteering, gardening and creative arts.

Timeline

Deputy Manager/ Interim Store Manager Tudor BTQ

The Watches Of Switzerland Group
02.2024 - Current

General Manager

Itsu Ltd
11.2023 - 02.2024

BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal License Holders - Legal and Social Responsibilities of a Personal License Holder

BIIAB
04.2023 -

First Aid at Work - H&S (First Aid) Regulations 1981

Little Wing Training
02.2023 - 02.2026

1st Assistant General Manager

Nandos
04.2022 - 11.2023

IAO L3 Diploma - Retail Skills (Sales Professional)

Lifetime Learning
01.2020 - 02.2021

General Shop Manager

Flutter Entertainment Plc
03.2013 - 04.2022

Chef de partie

Cafe Rouge and Prince of Wales
01.2011 - 01.2013

Supervisor

London Linen supply
01.2010 - 01.2011

Chartered Management Institute (CMI) L3 - Operational Management

Lifetime Learning

L3 Certificate Team leader - Supervisor

Lifetime Learning

IAO L3 Certificate - Retail Knowledge

Lifetime Learning

Legal & Standards - Allergy and Intolerance Awareness

Tragus Training

A-Levels -

Rigas High School Latvia
Laura Tarvide