Danuja Perera

About Danuja Perera

With over seven years in retail management, my expertise in strategy implementation and operational excellence has been pivotal in my role at CVS Health. My core mission is to foster a positive culture while optimizing store operations and profitability. At CVS Health, we emphasize values such as integrity, accountability, and collaboration, which resonate with my professional ethos. My leadership approach centers on attracting diverse talent and nurturing development, aligning with our organization\'s goals to uplift every team member and enhance our community presence.As the current Store Manager, I oversee a substantial annual store volume and lead a diverse team of over 80 professionals, including pharmacists, technicians, and managers. My strategies to address shrinkage, improve underperforming metrics, and enhance category performance have been realized through successful partnerships with vendors and sales representatives. By spearheading recruitment efforts and succession planning, I\'ve ensured a robust talent pipeline, contributing to our district\'s overall success and upholding CVS Health\'s reputation for excellence in customer service and team performance.

Experience

1. Store Manager

   Burlington Stores, Inc.

   Nov 2024 — Present · Nassau County, NY, US

   Manage a Sq ft store with over 160 employees and annual sales of $25 million.Lead a diverse team of Assistant Managers, Supervisors, and Associates to execute company policies, meet sales targets, and deliver outstanding service.Direct all store operations, including merchandising, inventory management, customer service, and loss prevention, ensuring that all store objectives were met within budget and on schedule.Recruit, hire, and train associates, ensuring staff were equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide exceptional service.Deliver effective coaching, performance feedback, and develop a high-performing team while maintaining a positive work environment.

Education

• Baruch College

  Bachelor's degree, Marketing/Marketing Management, General

  2016 — 2017

• City Tech, CUNY

  Associate's degree, Marketing sales Management

  2012 — 2015

Skills

• Time Management
• Retail
• Social Media
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Customer Service
• Crm
• Management
• Visual Merchandising
• Marketing Strategy
• Project Management
• Merchandising
• Autocad
• Retail Sales
• Microsoft Word
• Team Leadership
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Marketing
• Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Public Speaking
• Teamwork
• Research
• Microsoft Powerpoint