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JORGE XIFRÉ PRAT

Summary

Accomplished Asia Retail Director at BIMBA Y LOLA, with a robust background in global retail operations and strategic leadership. Expert in market expansion, notably with INDITEX, Pull And Bear, enhancing profitability across Asia and Mexico. Adept at team building, fluent in English and Spanish, and skilled in commercial strategy. Achieved significant revenue growth by leading high-performing teams, demonstrates a highly accomplished and experienced retail professional with a global perspective and a proven ability to drive success in complex and dynamic markets.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Asia Retail Director

BIMBA Y LOLA
10.2022 - Current

Responsible for the entire commercial and store operations in Singapore, Korea, Thailand, and Indonesia. Led the Asia-Pacific expansion plan, advised on product and pricing strategies, and developed marketing and communication strategies.

Increased employee retention rates by providing ongoing professional development opportunities and recognizing outstanding performance.

Commercial Director

INDITEX, Pull And Bear
04.2019 - 08.2022

Developed the entire business of Pull & Bear in Mexico, focusing on online-offline integration. Managed budgets, led the country retail team, and developed special collections for the Mexican market.

Managed a team of sales professionals, providing ongoing coaching and support to drive individual performance.

Developed annual budgets based on historical data analysis and projected growth objectives.

Commercial Director Asia

INDITEX, Pull And Bear
02.2016 - 04.2019

Led the expansion into new markets like Taiwan, stabilized mature markets, and implemented new technologies for stock control and commercial tools.

Developed annual budgets based on historical data analysis and projected growth objectives.

Commercial Director Southeast Asia

INDITEX, Pull And Bear
04.2014 - 02.2016

Stabilized emerging markets like Indonesia and Vietnam, opened new markets like the Philippines, and implemented a new price strategy for the region.

Retail Manager

INDITEX, Pull And Bear
02.2008 - 03.2014

Responsible of commercial and stores management in Cataluña region Supporting and training store staff for company’s goals achievement. Stock and sales budget management

Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.

Increased sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and optimized store layouts.

Education

Associate of Science - Interior Design

ATB
Zaragoza, Spain
07-1998

Skills

    Global Retail Expertise: Proven track record of success in leading retail operations across diverse markets, including Singapore, Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, Mexico, Hong Kong, and Southeast Asia

    ● Strategic Leadership: developing and implementing long-term and short-term strategies to achieve business objectives, leading to significant revenue and profit growth

    ● Market Expansion & Growth: strong history of successfully expanding into new markets, stabilizing mature markets, and driving growth in existing regions

    ● Commercial Acumen: demonstrated expertise in product and pricing strategy, budget management, and stock control

    ● Team Building & Leadership: skilled team builder and leader, known for his ability to recruit, motivate, and develop high-performing teams

    ● Multilingual: fluent in English and Spanish, with basic Indonesian language skills

Timeline

Asia Retail Director

BIMBA Y LOLA
10.2022 - Current

Commercial Director

INDITEX, Pull And Bear
04.2019 - 08.2022

Commercial Director Asia

INDITEX, Pull And Bear
02.2016 - 04.2019

Commercial Director Southeast Asia

INDITEX, Pull And Bear
04.2014 - 02.2016

Retail Manager

INDITEX, Pull And Bear
02.2008 - 03.2014

Associate of Science - Interior Design

ATB
JORGE XIFRÉ PRAT