T. Shanmuga Rajan
B - 11, House No 153 First Floor, Kendrya Vihar,
Phase - II, Sriram Nagar, Paruthipattu, Avadi,
Chennai - 600071, Cell: 09488182646
Email: rajant_77@yahoo.co.in
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a position in Retail Management / Brand Management / Business Development /
Sales & Marketing in a prestigious organization that provides an opportunity to not only learn but
also develop my leadership and interpersonal skills to the utmost.
PROFILE
 14+ years of experience in business development, retail & brand management, sales &
marketing and Customer Service in UAE & India.
 Hold a M.B.A (Marketing) and Bachelor Degree in Arts & highly proficient in MS Office
Applications.
 Worked for reputed brands like Ramraj Cotton, Rivoli, Lacoste & Lifestyle in & well
experienced in retail & brand management.
 Have excellent sales & marketing, customer service, public relations & influencing skills.
 Strong analytical skills and Communication skills.
 Quick learner and high level of adoption to new systems.
 Entrepreneurial drive, strong work ethics and practitioner of the team player approach.
 Well organized, detail oriented & willingness to assist others.
 Ability to plan, organize, and reliably complete projects with minimal or no supervision.
 Ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization and work with a
variety of people from diverse backgrounds.
 Experience in offering training & feedback to colleagues and ensure that there is a high level
of customer service at all times and refer customers to colleagues for Technical advice.
WORK HISTORY
Retail Manager, M/s. Radha Silk Emporium, Chennai (India)
Showroom Manager, M/s. RamRaj Cotton, Chennai (India) (2011 – 2015)
Showroom Manager, M/s. Pommys Garments (India) Pvt.Ltd. (2010 – 2011)
Senior Sales Executive, M/s. Rivoli Group, Dubai, UAE (2005 – 2010)
Senior Showroom Executive, M/s. Lacoste Delhi, India (2004 – 2005)
Sales Advisor, M/s. Marks & Spencer Delhi, India (2003 – 2004)
Customer Service Representative, Lifestyle, Delhi, India (2002 – 2003)
Business Development / Sales & Marketing
 Handle sales operations with a view to achieve organizational objectives.
 Create new corporate relationship & achieved the corporate accounts targets.
 Identify & network with prospective clients, generate business from existing accounts and
achieve profitability & increased sales growth.
 Handle business and product development.
 Maintain the existing clients.
 Manage product image & undertake direct as well as telemarketing.
 Coordinate with other sales & marketing personnel in issues pertaining to sales promotions,
public relations etc.
 Analyze market trends; monitored competitors’ activities and provide valuable inputs for
product enhancements & fine-tune sales & marketing activities.
 Coordinated with clients & the organization and acted as good will ambassador.
 Develop, motivate and guide sales team and individuals toward successful outcomes and
attainment of business objectives.
 Prepare & submit MIS Reports to Management on sales activities.
 Communicated all sales activities to Sales Manager so as to ensure maximum operational
efficiency & total customer satisfaction.
 Receive & redress customer grievances.
 Responsible for after sales activities; ensured that the customer service is at its best.
 Answer questions and solve problems for clients by listening, collecting data, and securing
answers.
 Resolve client requests and questions promptly, courteously, and professionally.
 Complete required reports and records accurately and promptly.
 Attends meetings and training classes that may be held periodically.
Retail & Brand Management
 Administered the portfolio of brands & maintenance branch accounts.
 Responsible for managing showroom operations, procedures, activities and assigned
operating budgets.
 Identify merchandising needs and ensure proper display, stocking, etc.
 Inventory control (apply FIFO, guarantee proper check in, check out & storage conditions).
 Manage all administrative work: attendance, leaves, weekly reports, feedback forms, etc.
 Coordinate with the Area Manager to comply to the monthly targets.
 Monitor / handle cash & credit sales, deposits and avoid any discrepancies.
 Ensure proper communication flow as per guidelines / manual.
 Participate in year-end inventory and cycle.
 Assure smooth shop opening, closing.
 Regular Inspecting product to certify suitability.
 Assesses the store’s manpower requirements during slow, normal and peak seasons,
compiling rosters and staffing accordingly.
 Manages day-to-day staff issues to guarantee a healthy atmosphere and good teamwork
Manage and direct all personnel with regard to duty, appearance, etc.
 Demonstrate perfect product knowledge and seek regular updates.
 Offer feedback & training to staff to improve showroom staff performance.
 Ensure staff motivation and regular evaluation for steady improvement.
 Coordinate special events in the showroom.
ACHIEVEMENTS
 Received letter of appreciation from Marks & Spencer.
 First member to join in store operations in Marks & Spencer.
 Developing and implementing various sales promotion schemes.
TRAINING PROGRAMS
o Brand Awareness
o Customer Relationship Management
o Time Management
o Facilities Management
o Health, Safety & Security Management
o Design & Delivery of In-store Training Sessions
ACADEMIC HISTORY
M.B.A. Marketing (2013)
Annamalai University India
BACHELOR of Arts (2000)
Delhi University, Sri Venkateswara College India
1 year Professional software Course (Impact)
Software solution Integrated (SSI), India
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Application Software: Microsoft Office
Others: Internet & Email
PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth : 25.01.1977
Nationality : Indian
Passport No : L 5463487
Marital Status : Married
Languages Known : English, Tamil, Hindi, & Malayalam
Driving Licence : Valid Driving Licence in UAE
Sir,
I have 14+ years of experience in business development, retail & brand management, sales &
marketing and Customer Service in UAE & India. I hold a MBA (Marketing) and Bachelor
Degree in Arts & highly proficient in MS Office Applications.
I have worked for reputed brands like Radha Silk Emporium, RamRaj Cotton, Pommys
Garments, Rivoli, Lacoste, Marks & Spebcer, Lifestyle in & well experienced in retail & brand
management. I have excellent sales & marketing, customer service, public relations &
influencing skills.
I am applying for the above positions and please find my CV attached here with for your kind
reference.
Thanks & regards
Shanmuga Rajan T

Shanmuga Rajan 18.11.2016_1

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    T. Shanmuga Rajan B- 11, House No 153 First Floor, Kendrya Vihar, Phase - II, Sriram Nagar, Paruthipattu, Avadi, Chennai - 600071, Cell: 09488182646 Email: rajant_77@yahoo.co.in OBJECTIVE Seeking a position in Retail Management / Brand Management / Business Development / Sales & Marketing in a prestigious organization that provides an opportunity to not only learn but also develop my leadership and interpersonal skills to the utmost. PROFILE  14+ years of experience in business development, retail & brand management, sales & marketing and Customer Service in UAE & India.  Hold a M.B.A (Marketing) and Bachelor Degree in Arts & highly proficient in MS Office Applications.  Worked for reputed brands like Ramraj Cotton, Rivoli, Lacoste & Lifestyle in & well experienced in retail & brand management.  Have excellent sales & marketing, customer service, public relations & influencing skills.  Strong analytical skills and Communication skills.  Quick learner and high level of adoption to new systems.  Entrepreneurial drive, strong work ethics and practitioner of the team player approach.  Well organized, detail oriented & willingness to assist others.  Ability to plan, organize, and reliably complete projects with minimal or no supervision.  Ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization and work with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds.  Experience in offering training & feedback to colleagues and ensure that there is a high level of customer service at all times and refer customers to colleagues for Technical advice. WORK HISTORY Retail Manager, M/s. Radha Silk Emporium, Chennai (India) Showroom Manager, M/s. RamRaj Cotton, Chennai (India) (2011 – 2015) Showroom Manager, M/s. Pommys Garments (India) Pvt.Ltd. (2010 – 2011) Senior Sales Executive, M/s. Rivoli Group, Dubai, UAE (2005 – 2010) Senior Showroom Executive, M/s. Lacoste Delhi, India (2004 – 2005) Sales Advisor, M/s. Marks & Spencer Delhi, India (2003 – 2004) Customer Service Representative, Lifestyle, Delhi, India (2002 – 2003) Business Development / Sales & Marketing  Handle sales operations with a view to achieve organizational objectives.  Create new corporate relationship & achieved the corporate accounts targets.
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     Identify &network with prospective clients, generate business from existing accounts and achieve profitability & increased sales growth.  Handle business and product development.  Maintain the existing clients.  Manage product image & undertake direct as well as telemarketing.  Coordinate with other sales & marketing personnel in issues pertaining to sales promotions, public relations etc.  Analyze market trends; monitored competitors’ activities and provide valuable inputs for product enhancements & fine-tune sales & marketing activities.  Coordinated with clients & the organization and acted as good will ambassador.  Develop, motivate and guide sales team and individuals toward successful outcomes and attainment of business objectives.  Prepare & submit MIS Reports to Management on sales activities.  Communicated all sales activities to Sales Manager so as to ensure maximum operational efficiency & total customer satisfaction.  Receive & redress customer grievances.  Responsible for after sales activities; ensured that the customer service is at its best.  Answer questions and solve problems for clients by listening, collecting data, and securing answers.  Resolve client requests and questions promptly, courteously, and professionally.  Complete required reports and records accurately and promptly.  Attends meetings and training classes that may be held periodically. Retail & Brand Management  Administered the portfolio of brands & maintenance branch accounts.  Responsible for managing showroom operations, procedures, activities and assigned operating budgets.  Identify merchandising needs and ensure proper display, stocking, etc.  Inventory control (apply FIFO, guarantee proper check in, check out & storage conditions).  Manage all administrative work: attendance, leaves, weekly reports, feedback forms, etc.  Coordinate with the Area Manager to comply to the monthly targets.  Monitor / handle cash & credit sales, deposits and avoid any discrepancies.  Ensure proper communication flow as per guidelines / manual.  Participate in year-end inventory and cycle.  Assure smooth shop opening, closing.  Regular Inspecting product to certify suitability.  Assesses the store’s manpower requirements during slow, normal and peak seasons, compiling rosters and staffing accordingly.  Manages day-to-day staff issues to guarantee a healthy atmosphere and good teamwork Manage and direct all personnel with regard to duty, appearance, etc.  Demonstrate perfect product knowledge and seek regular updates.  Offer feedback & training to staff to improve showroom staff performance.  Ensure staff motivation and regular evaluation for steady improvement.  Coordinate special events in the showroom. ACHIEVEMENTS  Received letter of appreciation from Marks & Spencer.  First member to join in store operations in Marks & Spencer.
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     Developing andimplementing various sales promotion schemes. TRAINING PROGRAMS o Brand Awareness o Customer Relationship Management o Time Management o Facilities Management o Health, Safety & Security Management o Design & Delivery of In-store Training Sessions ACADEMIC HISTORY M.B.A. Marketing (2013) Annamalai University India BACHELOR of Arts (2000) Delhi University, Sri Venkateswara College India 1 year Professional software Course (Impact) Software solution Integrated (SSI), India TECHNICAL SKILLS Application Software: Microsoft Office Others: Internet & Email PERSONAL DETAILS Date of Birth : 25.01.1977 Nationality : Indian Passport No : L 5463487 Marital Status : Married Languages Known : English, Tamil, Hindi, & Malayalam Driving Licence : Valid Driving Licence in UAE
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    Sir, I have 14+years of experience in business development, retail & brand management, sales & marketing and Customer Service in UAE & India. I hold a MBA (Marketing) and Bachelor Degree in Arts & highly proficient in MS Office Applications. I have worked for reputed brands like Radha Silk Emporium, RamRaj Cotton, Pommys Garments, Rivoli, Lacoste, Marks & Spebcer, Lifestyle in & well experienced in retail & brand management. I have excellent sales & marketing, customer service, public relations & influencing skills. I am applying for the above positions and please find my CV attached here with for your kind reference. Thanks & regards Shanmuga Rajan T