Peter Kariuki Thande
Nairobi,P.O Box 12996
Summary
Highly skilled and customer-driven commercial manager with over a decade of expertise in the meat and butchery industry, encompassing both retail and wholesale sectors. Expert in sourcing and merchandising, with a deep understanding of sales dynamics and market trends. Adept at managing supplier relationships to ensure timely and efficient product availability, while seamlessly coordinating store operations to meet high standards. A strategic thinker with a proven track record in aligning inventory plans with business goals, driving significant sales growth through targeted merchandising initiatives, and leading teams to success. Experienced in managing sales accounts for large corporate clients, SMEs, and retail customers, consistently delivering strong results and enhancing brand visibility at the point of sale.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Paramount Butchery
01.2014 - Current
- Managing the daily running of the store including sourcing of meat, management of inventory, tracking of sales and managing customer relationships including tracking needs and complaints as they arise.
- Manage and supervise a team of 6 employees and provide coaching and feedback to team members, supporting their professional growth and maintaining high operational standards. There has been zero attrition of team members in my tenure in this role.
- Managing and keeping of all records pertaining to the business including sales both retail and wholesale, inventory management of stock, operational expenses including planned vs actual budgets using Microsoft Excel as well as other financial management tools.
- Led on merchandizing efforts both below the line and above the line through engaging marketing campaigns including social media, SMS communication as well as in-person touch points to improve sales as well as brand positioning.
- Conducted market research to identify customer needs and adjusted product offerings accordingly, increasing customer satisfaction. Had an overall NPS score of 8 across all impact metrics.
- Achieved high volume sales and provided timely delivery of high quality meat and meat products for renowned organizations such as the Parliament of Kenya, Mater Hospital as well as for large private and corporate events.
- Enhanced product quality by instituting rigorous quality control procedures from sourcing to storage of meat and meat products, resulting in fewer customer complaints.
Academic Advisor
Grantham University
02.2011 - 12.2013
- Responsible for providing educational guidance and assistance for students by planning schedules, recommending courses and determining appropriate education solutions for different types of students. Worked with over 100 students during my tenure with an overall satisfaction score of 90%.
- Promoted campus resources such as tutoring services or counseling centers to help students overcome barriers to success especially for new students.
- Supported students with initial adjustment to university academic life and interpreted institutions policies and requirements. This was through provision of mentoring services.
- Served as a liaison between students, faculty, staff, and administration to address concerns or conflicts that arose during the course of study.
Marketing Manager, Park Student Activity Board
Park University
01.2009 - 08.2012
- Oversaw the creation and implementation of marketing strategies to promote campus events and activities for the general student body.
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls and emails from students daily requesting for information on events and activities on campus
- Managing social media platforms, designing promotional materials, and coordinating with other board members to ensure successful student engagement and participation.
- Sourcing and advocating for finances from the University to run the events, this included budget strategy as well as formulation of year-long budgets to run the events.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to use for launches, rebranding campaigns and promotions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Park University
Kansas City, Missouri, United States Of America05.2012
Skills
- Team Leadership and Development
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Procurement & Merchandising
- Sales and Marketing
- Visual Merchandising Strategies
- Vendor Relations and Management
- Inventory Management
- Market Trend Analysis
- Budget & Financial Management
- In-Store Display Optimization
Timeline
Manager
Paramount Butchery
01.2014 - Current
Academic Advisor
Grantham University
02.2011 - 12.2013
Marketing Manager, Park Student Activity Board
Park University
01.2009 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Park University
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