KARTHIKEYAN MARANDAHALLI PARTHASARATHY
PARK RIDGE
Summary
Accomplished District Manager with extensive experience at C Stores, specializing in P&L management and team leadership. Demonstrated ability to enhance profitability through operational improvements, achieving a remarkable 60% reduction in employee attrition. Proficient in financial analysis and inventory management, leveraging data-driven strategies to drive sustained growth and productivity.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DISTRICT MANAGER
Citgo Shop-473 Broadway Petro LLC Group
01.2025 - Current
- Currently, I am responsible for driving operational excellence, rapidly implementing daily processes, directly managing store managers, and adapting fuel and retail strategies across three convenience store and gas station locations in a fast-paced startup
- Oversee P&L management, using financial analysis to develop and execute strategies that directly impact profitability
- Ensured compliance through license management
- Improved staff retention through mentorship and recognition programs
- Identified growth opportunities through KPI analysis and operational improvements
REGIONAL OPERATION MANAGER
Atlantis Management Group
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Developed and mentored high-potential team members, including Assistant District Managers and District Managers
- Increased category sales by 12% by analyzing consumer trends and implementing data-driven merchandising strategies across 92 stores
- Achieved 9% revenue target by optimizing product assortment and introducing new high-demand categories
- Spearheaded operational improvements across a network of 92 stores, resulting in $130 million in annual sales
- Drove significant growth in OTP/Pack Bev/Beer sales, achieving an 11% year-over-year increase
- Led initiatives to reduce food service shrinkage by $450K
- Optimized weekly supplies, resulting in 9% overall savings against the yearly budget for the company
- Played a key role in 12 store acquisitions, 15 remodels, and 3 ground-up builds
- Reduced employee attrition from 150% year-over-year to 90% through targeted strategies
- Identified and executed opportunities for growth and expansion within the region
- Developed and implemented a Cost of Delay tracker to identify and mitigate operational downtime losses
- Strengthened loss prevention measures, including regular reviews and site lockdowns, to reduce shrinkage at receiving and address missing items
- Successfully executed grand openings for remodeled stores to increase brand visibility and community engagement
- Collaborated with IT, Marketing, and Loyalty Card teams to resolve customer disputes and implement strategies to increase transaction penetration in each store
DISTRICT MANAGER-NJ-NY-CT
Atlantis Management Group
03.2019 - 05.2024
- Spearheaded the management of $30M in sales volumes across 13 sites, driving growth in sales, gross margin, and inventory efficiency
- Directed overall operations to achieve customer satisfaction while cultivating a robust customer service culture across stores
- Ensured compliance of Store Managers with company policies, HR standards, security protocols, sales procedures, and overall store maintenance through rigorous audits
- Provided real-time coaching and guidance to store managers and associates to drive sales and achieve key performance indicators
- Strategically managed expenses to enhance profitability and operational efficiency
- Reviewed operational reports and records to monitor store profitability, managed payroll budgets, and developed long-term goals and objectives
- Coordinated sales promotion activities and merchandise pricing to optimize sales and maximize revenue
- Led the successful opening of new stores and managed the closure of underperforming locations
- Resolved operational challenges to improve service quality, efficiency, and overall productivity across stores
- Inspected store premises to ensure robust security measures and compliance with safety and environmental standards
- Optimized store operations to improve profitability from 27% to 30% C store and customer satisfaction to 100%
- Recruited, hired, and developed a talented team of store managers
- Analyzed financial performance and coached store managers to improve results
TERRITORY COORDINATOR
Atlantis Management Group
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Managed 6 locations (NJ/NY), mentoring store managers to enhance daily operations
- Fostered a team-oriented environment among store managers, facilitating knowledge sharing and best practice adoption
- Cultivated strong inter-location relationships
- Pioneered new management strategies tailored to each location's unique challenges
- Introduced creative solutions to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency
STORE MANAGER
Atlantis Management Group
Northvale
12.2018 - 03.2019
- Managed store operations, optimized inventory, and drove sales, enhancing customer satisfaction
- Successfully led to acquisition efforts, ensuring a smooth integration of teams and systems
- Reduced stock discrepancies by 18% through streamlined inventory management
STORE MANAGER
Supervalue
Northvale
09.2016 - 12.2018
- The lead team of 15, boosted sales, enhanced customer satisfaction, resolved conflicts, optimized operations
- Pioneered new merchandising techniques, enhancing product visibility and turnover
- Introduced staff training programs, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Cultivated strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms
- Mentored team members, promoting a cohesive work environment and improved performance
GENERAL MANAGER-HEAD
Pizza Cottage-Star Gourmet Pvt Ltd
04.2014 - 03.2016
- Managed end-to-end operations, including sales, marketing, and financial management for multiple restaurant and lodging units in Malaysia and India
- Led and mentored teams to achieve annual sales of INR 60 million
- Consistently exceeded quarterly targets by 3-5%
- Implemented innovative strategies to drive revenue growth and maintain strict adherence to company standards
OWNER
Summasini Foods Pvt Ltd
10.2011 - 03.2014
- Managed all aspects of restaurant operations, including facilities, HR, finance, and procurement
SENIOR EXECUTIVE-TEAM LEAD
Wipro BPO
11.2009 - 10.2011
- Best Buy (Service Admin): Successfully led the team through a knowledge transfer and transition process, implementing key performance metrics and process improvements
- Ensured timely delivery, cost reduction, and accurate document processing
- COE (Centre of Excellence): Implemented Kaizen initiatives to streamline processes and improve efficiency
- Identified and resolved backlogs, conducted training sessions, and automated tasks to enhance team productivity
BUSINESS OPERATION ASSOCIATE
Hewlett-Packard, Global E-Business Operation Pvt, Ltd
03.2008 - 11.2009
- IPG-AMS-FGI Planning: Significantly improved supply chain efficiency and reduced costs by implementing a PMS tool and optimizing inventory levels
- Led end-to-end production planning for a diverse product portfolio, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction
DUTY MANAGER
Tesco
10.2004 - 01.2008
- Oversaw various store functions including merchandising, inventory management, POS operations, and order management
- Optimized inventory levels and reduced holding costs by analyzing stock and sales reports
- Coordinated with warehouse and transportation teams to ensure timely deliveries
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Pizza Hut
12.2003 - 10.2004
- Shift Management, Customer Service, Food Quality and Safety, Inventory Control, Cash Handling and Security, Equipment Maintenance
Education
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA - STRATEGIC BUSINESS IT
NCC Education
London, UK01.2005
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING - COMPUTER SCIENCE
Madurai Kamarajar University
05.2003
Skills
- Regional Operations Management
- P&L management
- Financial analysis
- Inventory management
- Category management
- Merchandising
- Team Leadership
- Lean Six Sigma
- Staff retention
- Data analysis
- Budget management
- Multi-unit management
- Recruiting and hiring
- Team leadership
- Business development
- Profitability optimization
- Business and operations analysis
- Operation Management
Certification
- FOOD PROTECTION MANAGER CERTIFICATION, 08/01/22, 08/01/27, ServSafe
- CLASS A/B OPERATOR-CONNECTICUT, 02/01/23, 02/01/25, ATC Eclipse
- ISO 22000:2005, 10/01/14, Present, BSI
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Tamil
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
DISTRICT MANAGER
Citgo Shop-473 Broadway Petro LLC Group
01.2025 - Current
REGIONAL OPERATION MANAGER
Atlantis Management Group
05.2024 - 10.2024
DISTRICT MANAGER-NJ-NY-CT
Atlantis Management Group
03.2019 - 05.2024
TERRITORY COORDINATOR
Atlantis Management Group
03.2019 - 06.2019
STORE MANAGER
Atlantis Management Group
12.2018 - 03.2019
STORE MANAGER
Supervalue
09.2016 - 12.2018
GENERAL MANAGER-HEAD
Pizza Cottage-Star Gourmet Pvt Ltd
04.2014 - 03.2016
OWNER
Summasini Foods Pvt Ltd
10.2011 - 03.2014
SENIOR EXECUTIVE-TEAM LEAD
Wipro BPO
11.2009 - 10.2011
BUSINESS OPERATION ASSOCIATE
Hewlett-Packard, Global E-Business Operation Pvt, Ltd
03.2008 - 11.2009
DUTY MANAGER
Tesco
10.2004 - 01.2008
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Pizza Hut
12.2003 - 10.2004
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA - STRATEGIC BUSINESS IT
NCC Education
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING - COMPUTER SCIENCE
Madurai Kamarajar University
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