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Predrag P. Bozovic

Castleleigh Court· Enfield· London · EN2 6JD· UK

+44(0)208 2451411 · +44(0)7887 690700· +381(0)64 8562010

bozovic.p@gmail.com/predrag@boxgroup.net

Retail Sales Director / Manager

PERSONAL STATEMENT

Proven multi-disciplined, management skills with extensive retail and customer service. Previous experience of multimillion pound selling, buying and marketing of retail products with a major retail group. Diplomatic management style, whilst empowering, developing and encouraging a self development culture. Wide knowledge of suppliers, combined with a record of success sales and profit growth with a progressive background in multi-site management. Now looking for a similar management position that offers career consolidation and progression.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Operations and project management

Resource Management

Strategic planning

Staff training/development

Leadership Increasing efficiencies/saving costs

Budgeting/Financial controls

Problem solving

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

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SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS

BOX GROUP

46 Vojvode Dobrnjca, Belgrade

Director

November 2007 – present

Created company based on western ideology, providing excellent service in video, web, graphic and corporate industry. In a short period, already formed established name with numerous projects and programs.

MANTLESTATES

2a Church Hill Road, London

Manager – Overseas Investments

June 2006 – October 2007

Introduced new list of clients and played vital role in marketing a new development strategy with a goal of increasing company’s portfolio.

BRITISH MUSEUM COMPANY

38 Russell Square, London

Retail Sales Manager

Dec 2004 – June 2006

Joined the team and immediately created an impact with the introduction of various systems, based on financial awareness and profitability. In charge of setting up new exhibitions shops, product development and staff training. Responsible for operational running of multi-site departments with over 80 staff.

• Financial year 2004/05 - Finished up against the previous year by 12% and 4% against the set target. Last quarter was most successful in terms of profit.

• Financial year 2005/06 – 22% up against year before (which was best ever.

• Exhibition shop (Persia ’05.) best ever recorded performance in terms of profits since 1975.

• Exhibition shop (Palmer ’05) third most successful exhibition in terms of profits.

HARRODS LTD.

Knightsbridge, London

Senior Sales/Department Manager

April 98 – Feb 2004

Selected for the above position to develop, coordinate and upgrade business strategies. Gained rapid promotions and was responsible for restructuring and implementing new projects in revitalizing several departments. Overall turnover increased by 4% against the set target.

• June 1998 Developed training plans for Harrods World

• October 1998 Promoted to a Senior Sales Executive

• February 1999 Promoted to Assistant Manager

• June 2000 Promoted to Department Manager - level 3

• June 2001 Promoted to Department Manager - level 2

• April 2002 Promoted to Department Manager – level 1

Increased margins and profit dramatically immediately by establishing procedures and disciplines for further profit growth. Responsible for ensuring the provision of efficient client service within retail sites and associated staff training and development. Promoted Company’s best interest at all times by the manner in which performed all duties.

FOUR SEASONS HOTEL

Beach Resort – Limassol Cyprus

Assistant Head Concierge

March 1994 – Feb 1998

Reported to Front Office Manager with responsibility for organizing front desk. Managed a team of 12 staff and focused on the implementation of the business plans. Provided a structured programmed of product knowledge, client service and other job-related training to ensure that the team was equipped to provide excellent client service. Developed and maintained a team of well trained and motivated staff. Dealt with client correspondence and issues as and when necessary, in a timely and positive manner.

JOLLY INFO CENTER

Limassol Cyprus

Team Manager

March 1993 – Jan 1994

Managed 6 staff in all aspects relating to site information systems and management of the infrastructure. Exceeded KPI targets.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

COURSES

• Sales Management & Business Development

• Sales and Negotiations Skills

• Managing Others

• Effective Administrations

• Health and Safety

And numerous other commensurate with key skills and areas of expertise.

PREVIOUS CAREER SUMMARY

Worked as dental technician from 1989-1993 at the private clinic in Belgrade, as a crown and bridge specialist.

LANGUAGES/NATIONALITY

• Serbian / English / Greek

• Dual Nationality: Serbian – British