Mohammad Bilal

About Mohammad Bilal

With over 25 years of progressive experience in multi-unit retail leadership, I am recognized for driving consistent sales growth, reducing shrinkage, and achieving operational excellence across high-volume districts. I have a proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams, while developing future leaders through effective coaching, mentoring, and succession planning.As a Certified District & Regional Trainer, I bring expertise in HR, Operations, and Loss Prevention to the table. My leadership style is rooted in integrity, strategic planning, and a people-first approach that fosters engagement, accountability, and sustainable business success.I am passionate about empowering individuals and teams to reach their full potential, while ensuring that business objectives are met and exceeded.

Experience

1. Retail Leadership and Training Manager

   Burlington Stores, Inc.

   Apr 2024 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   Multi-Million-Dollar Sales Leadership: Lead several high-volume stores in the district, consistently driving sales, maximizing gross margin, and optimizing inventory turns to exceed financial targets.Operational Excellence: Oversee day-to-day operations, including managing payroll budgets, controlling expenses, and driving process improvements to enhance cost-efficiency and ensure operational effectiveness across multiple locations.Customer-Centric Culture: Develop and sustain a customer-first culture by training, coaching, and mentoring Store Managers and Associates to deliver exceptional service while meeting and exceeding sales goals.Leadership Development: Coach and empower Store Managers through continuous feedback, performance management, and goal-setting to cultivate high-performing teams and build a strong leadership pipeline.Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with company policies, HR practices, and regulatory standards, while conducting regular audits to maintain store security and operational integrity.Strategic Sales Promotions: Collaborate on the planning and execution of sales promotions and pricing strategies to maximize revenue and drive customer traffic to stores.Change Management & Efficiency: Champion change initiatives that drive process improvements, cost reductions, and enhanced productivity across the district, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.New Store Openings & Closures: Oversee the seamless execution of new store openings and closures, managing all aspects from staffing to operational setup, to ensure smooth transitions and minimal disruption.Safety & Compliance Oversight: Conduct regular inspections of store facilities to ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations, maintaining a secure and compliant work environment.

Education

• Stony Brook

  BA