Sanjay Nankani
Gibraltar
Summary
Results-driven retail operations leader with 32+ years of experience, Start-up, launching, managing, and transforming multi-site stores across Europe and Africa. Proven track record of turning underperforming businesses into profitable operations, building Gibraltar’s first plant-based takeaway and meat-free grocery store. Expert in P&L, supply chain, team leadership, cost control, and growth strategies. Multilingual, adaptable, and committed to service excellence.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & Operations Director
Sam’s Kitchen (100% Plant-Based Takeaway)
01.2024 - Current
- Founded and launched Gibraltar’s first fully plant-based takeaway from concept to daily operations.
- Developed menu, sourced sustainable supply partners, and managed local marketing.
- Recruited, trained, and led a team focused on high service standards and repeat customers.
- Achieved Breakeven in less than 9 months
- Awarded recognition for the Minister of Business of Business concept & sustainability
- Consistency
- Month on month Growth on month 13 by 12% in Revenue
- Achieved 82% Gross Margin with 0.04% wastage
Director
Sam’s Meat Free Deli
07.2022 - Current
- Launched Gibraltar’s first meat-free grocery store with online delivery.
- Managed supplier contracts, stock control, pricing, and category planning.
- Oversaw online sales growth, customer loyalty, and community outreach.
Retail Operations Manager (4 Stores)
Lewis Stagnetto Ltd
03.2020 - Current
- Managed operations for four busy retail outlets, improving stock turnover and vendor relationships.
- Delivered sales and margin growth through staff coaching and local promotions.
- Implemented ERP improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
- Handled a team of 19 members
- Planned and Implemented the Marketing and New product introduction
- Built the Online Presence
- Trained Team on New products and also created the 1st Set of Operations and Product Training Manual.
Senior Consultant — Retail Turnaround & Efficiency
Ramsons Watergardens
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Redesigned/Revamped store layout, merchandising, and supply chain to boost performance.
- Doubled average basket size through strategic category management.
- Improved stock rotation and reduced wastage.
- Grew the business by an overall of 80% in a span of 3 Years
- Retrained the team of 38 members ,front end, admin, HR and Kitchen team to achieve high efficiency
Chief Operations Officer
Hubmart Stores
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Oversaw national supermarket chain operations with full P&L accountability.
- Opened 3 new stores generating $15M turnover in 2016.
- Strengthened vendor networks and implemented supplier risk controls.
- Total Manpower handled 380 store staff and a team of 36 Head Office staff
- Part of the Board Members team to build and grow Nigerias 1st Home Grown structured retail
- Setup and Opened Nigerias first Heinken Bar at the Stores
Retail Store Manager
SPAR (Artee Group)
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Managed store 8 conversions to SPAR standards.
- Improved procurement, customer service, and promotions.
- Achieved operational cost savings and higher sales.
- Part of the building of the training program
- Improved the Fresh Department across the stores
- Retail Operations Manager for setting standards across the store
- Total annual turnover 75m $
Director/Owner
Qube & D’Image
01.2002 - 01.2009
- Owned and operated lifestyle retail stores with full responsibility for design, sales, and marketing.
- Built steady growth through local partnerships and community marketing.
Store Manager
Satnaam Center
01.1993 - 01.2002
- Managed daily store operations, team leadership, and customer service.
- Achieved consistent year-on-year sales growth.
Education
Business Analysis Certificate -
Udemy
01.2019
Advanced Retail Management - undefined
SPAR Retail Academy
01.2010
Skills
- Store Operations Management
- P&L & Budget Control
- Multi-Site Leadership
- Supply Chain & Stock Management
- Start-up & Launch
- Team Development & Performance
- Category Management & Merchandising
- ERP & Digital Tools
- B2B/B2C Business Development
- E-commerce & Omni-channel Retail
- Sustainability & Food Innovation
Certification
Management Induction, HR, Retail Finance, Consumer Protection, Food Safety
Languages
English
Spanish
Hindi
Italian
French
Basic German
References
Available on request.
Timeline
Founder & Operations Director
Sam’s Kitchen (100% Plant-Based Takeaway)
01.2024 - Current
Director
Sam’s Meat Free Deli
07.2022 - Current
Retail Operations Manager (4 Stores)
Lewis Stagnetto Ltd
03.2020 - Current
Senior Consultant — Retail Turnaround & Efficiency
Ramsons Watergardens
01.2017 - 01.2020
Chief Operations Officer
Hubmart Stores
01.2015 - 01.2017
Retail Store Manager
SPAR (Artee Group)
01.2009 - 01.2012
Director/Owner
Qube & D’Image
01.2002 - 01.2009
Store Manager
Satnaam Center
01.1993 - 01.2002
Advanced Retail Management - undefined
SPAR Retail Academy
Business Analysis Certificate -
Udemy
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