Maulik Patel
About Maulik Patel
Maulik Patel is a Store Manager with extensive experience in budget management and profit & loss statements. He has transitioned from food retail to the home improvement industry and has held various managerial roles in notable companies.
Current Role at Wickes
Maulik Patel has been serving as the Store Manager at Wickes since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing store operations, managing budgets, and ensuring effective profit and loss management. His leadership focuses on improving retail operations and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Previous Experience in Retail Management
Prior to his current position, Maulik Patel worked as an Area Manager at Tesco from 2012 to 2017. His experience at Tesco involved managing multiple store locations and enhancing operational efficiency. Additionally, he served as a Store Manager and acting Area Manager at Co-op from 2008 to 2012, where he developed skills in team management and store performance.
Background in Engineering and Purchasing
Maulik Patel began his career as a Mechanical Engineer at Indabrator Limited in India from 2005 to 2006. He later worked as a Purchase Specialist at Elecon Engineering Company for one year in 2006-2007. This diverse background in engineering and purchasing has contributed to his analytical skills in retail management.
Education and Expertise
Maulik Patel holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Human Resources from the University of Wales, which he completed from 2009 to 2011. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Mechanical Engineering from Sardar Patel University between 2001 and 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in both management and technical fields.
Career Transition to Home Improvement
In 2017, Maulik Patel transitioned from food retail to the home improvement industry, taking on new challenges in a different sector. This shift has allowed him to apply his extensive retail management experience to a new context, focusing on innovation and improvement in retail operations.