Sunil Shah

Results-driven Retail and Distribution Executive with more than 25 years of progressive management experience across South Africa and India. Proven expertise in multi-branch retail operations, liquor wholesale, FMCG distribution, inventory management, financial administration, customer relationship management, supplier negotiations, warehouse operations, and people leadership. Extensive experience managing high-volume liquor wholesale operations, key accounts including Sun International, and strategic supplier relationships with SAB, Heineken, DGB, Pernod Ricard, Meridian, KWV, Vinimark, Bottle Logistics, Tiger Brands and other leading FMCG suppliers.

Recognised for improving operational efficiency, achieving sales targets, strengthening customer relationships, and leading high-performing teams.

Branch Manager - Platinum Cash & Carry / Platinum Distribution Centre - South Africa

(2021-01)

• Manage Boshoek, Sun City Warehouse and Mogwase operations.
• Drive sales targets with SAB, Heineken and major suppliers.
• Manage purchasing, GRVs, stock, banking, debtors, G4S collections and Sun International accounts.
• Lead recruitment, training and disciplinary processes.
• Develop supplier relationships including DGB, Pernod Ricard, Meridian, KWV, Vinimark, Bottle Logistics and Tiger Brands.

Junior Accountant - Downtown Hyundai Pvt Ltd - India

(2016-01 - 2021-12)

• Managed Tally ERP, debtor reconciliations, journals, petty cash and warranty accounting.

Manager - Tlakula Liquor Store - South Africa

(2009-01 - 2016-12)

• Managed retail & wholesale liquor operations, staff, stock and customer service.

Sales Manager - Gary Restaurant & Hardware - South Africa

(2002-01 - 2007-12)

• Increased sales and managed customer accounts and sales representatives.

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce - Sardar Patel University

Diploma in Computer Applications - Computer Applications

Certificate - Computing - IGNOU

Certified Programmer - Programming - Microsoft

Certification - IELTS