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Aydan Guluzade

Baku

Summary

Driven professional with 5+ years of experience, and a passion for learning and development. Proven track record of setting effective goals, and leading teams to achieve those goals. Committed to continuous improvement and driving team success.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Manager

Infinix Mobility
Baku
04.2024 - Current
  • Expanded the promoter team from 20 to 42, and increased key account partnerships from 2 to 6 within 3 months through strategic hiring and onboarding.
  • Delivered over 20 targeted training sessions, and implemented new sales targets, resulting in an 83% increase in sales performance.
  • Managed weekly sales reporting, inventory tracking, contract handling, and salary calculations for a team of 40+ promoters.
  • Conducted stock distribution analysis to optimize product flow and reduce shortages across multiple locations.
  • Strengthened relationships with key retail partners to enhance collaboration and drive account growth.
  • Increased open market contract coverage from 50 to 139, expanding the retail network, and boosting product visibility.

Assistant Director

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10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Oversaw a team of regional supervisors managing open market store partnerships, scaling store coverage from o to over 473 within 6 months.
  • Implemented a structured reporting system to track BTL and POSM materials across all stores, increasing brand compliance by 40%.
  • Developed and maintained centralized tracking for daily promoter sales and weekly inventory, supporting faster stock rotation, and improving sales accuracy by 25%.
  • Supported the Director in high-level meetings with key accounts as a translator, while also managing travel arrangements, hotel bookings, and coordinating with suppliers to ensure seamless execution of business operations.

Front Office Supervisor

Art Club Hotel
Baku
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Supervised a team of 10+ staff members, including housekeepers, bellboys, and clerks, ensuring efficient daily operations. Addressed guest concerns and special requests, contributing to a 9.4/10 average booking rating.
  • Managed all aspects of staff recruitment and training, while ensuring seamless staff scheduling. Mentored new front desk staff, driving a 25% increase in customer satisfaction scores.
  • Oversaw cash handling, billing, and financial reporting, maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail in all financial transactions.

Administrative Clerk

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08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Managed guest check-ins, responded to inquiries, and completed administrative duties.
  • Updated and organized hotel databases, reservations, and employee records.
  • Handled emails, phone calls, and internal communications.
  • Assisted guests with administrative needs, including billing inquiries.

Language Educator

Private Tutor
Baku
12.2021 - 06.2022
  • Provided one-on-one English and Russian language instruction, leading to noticeable improvement in students’ grades and confidence.
  • Customized lesson plans based on individual learning needs, helping students progress at their own pace.
  • Incorporated interactive tools and real-life scenarios to enhance language comprehension and speaking skills.

Assistant Art Director

“Ramazan Sevinci” Show - Xazar TV
Baku
03.2022 - 03.2022
  • Assisted the Art Director in designing visual backgrounds for TV productions.
  • Selected and sourced props, décor, and floral arrangements for set designs.
  • Ensured all visual elements aligned with creative concepts and production needs.

Assistant Manager

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08.2020 - 02.2022
  • Tracked sales and inventory for in-house and third-party furniture, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely supplier coordination.
  • Collaborated with the Store Manager on sales strategies and daily operations to drive revenue growth.
  • Prepared and submitted weekly, monthly, and annual performance reports for management review.
  • Approved and finalized credit terms for special clients, supporting high-value sales and customer retention.

General Manager

Korpu Mebel Evi - Furniture House
Baku
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Managed daily operations, including staffing, inventory control, and financial reporting, ensuring smooth and efficient store performance.
  • Strengthened vendor relationships and optimized stock levels, reducing excess inventory and improving turnover rates.
  • Maintained high customer satisfaction scores through hands-on service and resolution of escalated issues.
  • Implemented visual merchandising and promotional strategies that enhanced product visibility and drove customer engagement.

Education

BBA - Managerial Science

Azerbaijan State Oil And Industry University
Baku, Azerbaijan
01-2021

Skills

  • Sales Reporting & Analysis
  • Inventory Management
  • Team Building
  • Coaching & Training
  • Multilingual Communication
  • Hiring & Scheduling
  • Customer Service
  • People Leadership
  • Multitasking capacity
  • Data Analytics
  • Report Generation
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Microsoft Office Suit
  • Google Workspace
  • 1C: Enterprise
  • Akinsoft Wolvox ERP
  • POS Systems
  • Stata

Languages

Azerbaijani
First Language
Russian
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Retail Manager

Infinix Mobility
04.2024 - Current

Assistant Director

-
10.2023 - 04.2024

Front Office Supervisor

Art Club Hotel
01.2023 - 07.2023

Administrative Clerk

-
08.2022 - 01.2023

Assistant Art Director

“Ramazan Sevinci” Show - Xazar TV
03.2022 - 03.2022

Language Educator

Private Tutor
12.2021 - 06.2022

General Manager

Korpu Mebel Evi - Furniture House
02.2021 - 11.2021

Assistant Manager

-
08.2020 - 02.2022

BBA - Managerial Science

Azerbaijan State Oil And Industry University
Aydan Guluzade