Wangari Kimaru

A seasoned retail manager, with experience driving revenue growth, operational excellence, and high-performing teams across multiple retail environments.

Flagship Branch Store Manager at Text Book Centre (2022-02 – Present)

Leading the company's flagship branch

• Direct end-to-end branch operations, commercial performance, workforce planning, and customer experience for a high-volume flagship location
• Inventory management, Visual merchandising, and operations management
• Training, coaching and developing managers and frontline teams

Regional Manager / Branch Manager at Text Book Centre (2022-02)

Retail Store Manager at Woolworths Kenya PTY LTD (2013-01 – 2017-12)

Led assigned branch to achieve the Most Profitable Store in Africa award.

Assistant Store Manager at Deacons Kenya Ltd (2011-01 – 2013-12)

Sales Manager at Indigo Cosmetics Kenya Ltd (2006-01 – 2010-12)

Bachelor of Science in Textiles, Design and Fashion Merchandising – Maseno University (1998-01 – 2002-12)

CPA 1&2 – Kasneb (2009-01 – 2010-12)