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Derrick Christopher

Bangkok

Summary

Retail professional with 10 years of experience in retail and supply chain management. Expertise in coaching and developing retail leaders across the country. Proven track record in implementing strategies that enhance retail, supply, and logistics efficiency for Decathlon Thailand. Strong leadership skills focused on management and profitability across the country.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Decathlon
09.2023 - Current
  • Achieved a customer retention rate of 42%, leading the country in performance.
  • Reached a profit GOI of 1 million THB, against an ambition to break even.
  • Promoted and mobilized 30 percent of teammates, fostering a motivated workforce with a high rating in DTB.
  • Attained retail NPS exceeding 85% and CSAT at 98%, reflecting exceptional customer satisfaction.

Country Availability & Offer Leader

Decathlon
Bangkok
12.2020 - 08.2023
  • Oversaw all store openings in Thailand, focusing on offers and implementation.
  • Delivered continuous performance feedback and training to store leaders, and department managers.
  • Responsible for the downstream supply from WH to the store. Defining the availability policy for the country.
  • Led strategic initiatives for offer development, pricing strategies, and supply chain efficiency.

Country Trekking Referent

Decathlon
Bangkok
04.2019 - 11.2020

Developed brand awareness initiatives for trekking sports to enhance market visibility.

  • Formulated merchandising and commercial strategies to increase growth and penetration rates.
  • Worked closely with CSL on the pricing strategies with regards to offer.

City Sport Leader Trekking

Decathlon
Chennai
06.2018 - 04.2019
  • Developed commercial policy to enhance citywide sports initiatives.
  • Directed trekking sport network and established comprehensive commercial agenda.
  • Cultivated relationships with local sport leaders to execute unified business strategies.

Operations Manager

Decathlon
03.2017 - 03.2019
  • Enhanced store transformation rate through strategic initiatives.
  • Ensured safety and maintained positive store image at all times.
  • Streamlined daily retail operations to boost overall efficiency.
  • Managed profit and loss statements to drive financial performance.

Education

B.E. - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

Anna University
Chennai
06.2015

Skills

  • Visual merchandising
  • Supply chain management
  • Strategic planning
  • Business Development
  • Team leadership and coaching

Languages

  • English
  • Tamil
  • Hindi

Timeline

Store Manager

Decathlon
09.2023 - Current

Country Availability & Offer Leader

Decathlon
12.2020 - 08.2023

Country Trekking Referent

Decathlon
04.2019 - 11.2020

City Sport Leader Trekking

Decathlon
06.2018 - 04.2019

Operations Manager

Decathlon
03.2017 - 03.2019

B.E. - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

Anna University
Derrick Christopher