Sarmad Kelani
Rosedale
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Franchise Owner at 7-Eleven, excelling in business operations management and strategic planning. Proven track record in driving sales growth and maintaining profitability through effective budgeting and team collaboration. Bilingual in English and Arabic, adept at fostering productive environments and optimizing financial performance.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Franchise Owner
7-Eleven
01.2004 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations, including staffing, customer service, and compliance with corporate standards.
- Managed labor, inventory, and overhead costs effectively to maintain business profitability.
- Oversaw payroll, business planning, and marketing initiatives to drive sales growth and brand visibility.
- Controlled overhead costs and budgets, monitoring accounts and financial performance to sustain business profitability.
Store Manager
In N' Out Food Store
03.1998 - 04.2004
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
Design Engineer
Engineering Firm
02.1994 - 01.1997
- Supervised construction activities for building projects at Al-Baath University, ensuring adherence to design specifications and safety standards.
- Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
- Brainstormed with product designers to implement and refine new manufacturing processes.
- Developed and implemented procedures to verify compliance with engineering standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Technology
Baghdad, Iraq08-1992
Skills
- Business Operations Management
- Budgeting & Financial Management
- Payroll & Labor Management
- Strategic Planning & Business Development
- Sales oversight
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Franchise Owner
7-Eleven
01.2004 - Current
Store Manager
In N' Out Food Store
03.1998 - 04.2004
Design Engineer
Engineering Firm
02.1994 - 01.1997
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Technology
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