Curt Mario Jassen

Commercially focused retail executive with 25+ years' experience leading national fashion and footwear retailers. Recognised for transforming underperforming operations into profitable business units through disciplined execution, merchandising excellence, operational controls and exceptional people leadership. Proven track record directing national retail networks, driving revenue growth, reducing stock losses, standardising operating procedures and developing high-performing leadership teams.

Group Operations Manager - SOLO SHOES

(2006-01 - 2014-12)

• Directed operations across a national retail footprint through eight Area Managers.
• Implemented operational standards and turnaround strategies that improved profitability and reduced shrinkage.
• Led store openings, refits and closures while ensuring brand consistency.
• Reported directly to Directors with accountability for operational KPIs, budgets and performance.

Operations Manager / Group Merchandise Manager / Area Manager - SHOE CRAZY

(2002-01 - 2005-12)

• Promoted four times in rapid succession based on performance and leadership.
• Led operational turnaround of underperforming regions and national merchandise strategy.
• Managed merchandising, pricing, staffing, inventory and compliance across multiple regions.
• Played a key role during the company's restructuring and liquidation period.

Branch Manager - HILTON WEINER

(2000-01 - 2002-12)

• Managed flagship store operations including sales, staffing, budgeting, stock control and customer service.
• Developed and mentored staff while maintaining high operational and merchandising standards.

Matric - Management, Business Economics & Computer Orientation - Bethelsdorp Technical College (1992-01 - 1992-12)