Mónica Soares

Retail Operations | Business Unit Manager | Team Leader

Porto Metropolitan Area

About

Passionate about business transformation and inspiring people, I have a strategic mindset and a creative approach to overcome challenges. My professional journey has granted me a comprehensive vision of retail operations and skills in managing and leading teams, always focused on creating value for people and organizations. My mission is to drive positive change, fostering a collaborative culture and achieving sustainable growth. I advocate for leadership that inspires and motivates, promoting professional excellence with a strong commitment to personal growth and well-being. I recently completed an Executive MBA, where I developed advanced skills in management, team leadership, strategy, and finance. I hold a Degree in Marketing, complemented by a Bachelor’s in Management which provides me with a broad and integrated perspective on business operations.

Experience

  • El Corte Inglés Portugal (20 yrs 10 mos)
    • Business Unit Manager
      Feb 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 5 mos

      Supervision of store operations • Monitoring KPIs and overseeing financial performance • Monitoring of sales budgets. • Responsible for the units of Selective Perfumery and Cosmetics, Parapharmacy, Watches and Jewelry. • Management and leadership of a team of 36 professionals (area managers and sales staff).

    • Deputy Floor Manager
      Sep 2011 - Feb 2023 · 11 yrs 6 mos

      • Co-responsible for the unit of Selective Perfumery and Cosmetics, Parapharmacy, Watches, Jewelry, Fashion Accessories, and Travel Accessories. • Management and leadership of a team of 60 professionals (area managers and sales staff).

    • Division Lead
      Sep 2005 - Aug 2011 · 6 yrs

      • Responsible for the business units of Bookstores, Stationery, Music, and Video. • Management and leadership of a team of 20 professionals, including area managers and sales staff.

  • District Manager at Papelaria Fernandes
    1997 - 2005 · 8 yrs

    • Supervised operations of seven stores located in the central and northern regions of Portugal • Opened new units, including planning, implementation, and monitoring • Management and leadership of a team of 25 professionals, including store managers and sales staff • Recruitment and selection of store managers and sales teams • Monitored store budgets, ensuring profitability and performance • Provided training for store managers (nationwide) and sales teams (top-down approach) • Participation in the project for redefining product categories, with the aim of optimizing the customer experience and improving KPIs • Developed and implemented the Customer Service and Sales Practices Procedures Manual.