Terush Sachindra

Highly motivated retail leader and career changer with strong hands-on management experience across fuel and grocery retail environments. Proven ability to lead teams, control costs, manage stock availability, and deliver excellent customer service in fast-paced, high-pressure settings. Backed by a Business & Management degree and experience operating complex retail sites, I am now seeking to progress into an Area Manager role with Aldi, where I can take full ownership of stores, develop high-performing teams, and drive commercial results.

Supervisor, Snetterton - ASDA - Snetterton

(2025-01)

• Supervise daily store operations in a high-volume retail environment, ensuring excellent customer service, safety, and operational standards at all times.
• Lead and support store colleagues during busy trading periods to ensure smooth workflows and consistent service delivery.
• Manage staff rotas, allocate tasks, and ensure effective cover to meet trading demands.
• Oversee cash handling, stock control, deliveries, and shelf availability, maintaining accuracy and reducing stock issues.
• Act as a key decision-maker during shifts, resolving issues quickly to maintain performance and customer satisfaction.

Assistant Manager - Apple Green / EG Group - Bristol

(2023-01 - 2025-01)

• Supported full operational management of a multi-function fuel and convenience retail site, including shop floor, forecourt, and back-office operations.
• Led, supervised, and motivated a diverse team of attendants, cashiers, and maintenance staff to meet performance and service standards.
• Took ownership of stock management, monitoring inventory levels, checking deliveries against orders, and ensuring product availability.
• Managed all aspects of cash control, including tills, safe procedures, end-of-day cashing up, and financial reconciliation.
• Prepared daily financial and operational reports in line with company policies.
• Ensured full compliance with health & safety legislation, company standards, and operational procedures.
• Implemented promotional activity and pricing changes accurately in line with head office direction.
• Regularly assumed full responsibility for site operations in the absence of the Store Manager, ensuring continuity, safety, and performance.

BA (Hons) - Business & Management - University of the West of England (2022-01 - 2023-01)

A-Levels - Rahula College, Matara, Sri Lanka

GCSEs