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Milana Baysangurova

Luxury Retail & Sales Manager with 15+ years’ experience across fragrance, beauty, luxury retail and international sales
About

I have extensive luxury retail experience managing flagship fragrance and cosmetics boutiques, excelling in sales, clienteling, and team leadership. I thrive in dynamic shop floor environments, deliver exceptional personalised service, and am fluent in Russian and English, with additional basic skills in French, Italian, and Arabic.

Previous Brands
Abdul Samad Al Qurashi / OUD MILANO UK Ltd
BPP University Ltd
Znaniye Centre Ltd
DeVere Group Partners
Aristocrat Technologies Europe Ltd
Gamesman Ltd
Alliance Gaming Services
UNHCR, ICRC, AICF, and other international organisations.
Work Experience
Store Manager - Flagship Boutiques
Sep ‘18 - Sep ‘25
Abdul Samad Al Qurashi / OUD MILANO UK Ltd

Led full commercial and operational management of two flagship luxury fragrance and cosmetics boutiques in Central London, holding complete responsibility for sales performance, profitability, team leadership, and brand positioning. Owned and delivered annual sales targets, driving consistent revenue growth through strategic KPI management (ATV, UPT, conversion, CRM capture and client retention). Managed full P&L accountability, controlling payroll, stock loss, operating costs, and margin optimisation. Recruited, trained and developed high-performing luxury sales teams, fostering a clienteling-driven culture focused on experiential selling and repeat business. Led daily floor management, coaching team members in fragrance storytelling, upselling techniques, and personalised luxury service. Built and maintained strong relationships with high-net-worth and VIP clients, increasing repeat purchase rate and long-term loyalty. Implemented CRM strategies and private client outreach initiatives to drive event attendance and exclusive sales. Partnered with PR and marketing agencies to elevate brand visibility, organising in-store events and collaborations to increase footfall and brand awareness. Conducted competitor and market analysis to identify commercial opportunities and new product positioning strategies. Oversaw stock control, inventory management, replenishment planning and shrinkage reduction. Ensured compliance with company policies, health & safety regulations, and luxury retail standards.

Business Development & Country Manager (Russia & Belarus)
Apr ‘16 - Apr ‘18
BPP University Ltd

Expanded brand presence and drove student recruitment in new international markets. Built and managed relationships with agents, suppliers, and local partners. Developed tailored social media campaigns to increase awareness and engagement. Negotiated partnership contracts, ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Senior Recruitment Manager
Oct ‘11 - Dec ‘15
Znaniye Centre Ltd

Promoted higher education programs to affluent clients in Russia and CIS. Conducted client consultations, presentations, and international fairs to drive enrolments. Managed contracts and invoicing, ensuring smooth client experiences.

Financial Adviser
Oct ‘10 - Sep ‘11
DeVere Group Partners

Acquired and managed a portfolio of high-value clients, offering investment and wealth management solutions. Provided bespoke financial strategies, increasing long-term client retention.

Business Development Manager (Central & Eastern Europe)
Sep ‘08 - May ‘10
Aristocrat Technologies Europe Ltd

Expanded market share through building and strengthening distributor and client relationships. Delivered end-to-end service excellence, from lead generation to contract negotiation. Analysed competitor products and market trends to support commercial strategy.

Business Development Manager (Russia & Eastern Europe)
Apr ‘06 - Sep ‘08
Gamesman Ltd

Developed new client networks in untapped markets, increasing company revenue. Negotiated high-value contracts and closed multiple large-scale deals.

Business Development Manager
Nov ‘00 - Jan ‘04
Alliance Gaming Services

Grew sales presence in six Russian regions by strengthening client and distributor relationships. Oversaw technical and commercial negotiations, ensuring long-term partnerships.

Interpreting, translation, and administration roles
May ‘96 - Oct ‘00
UNHCR, ICRC, AICF, and other international organisations.

Different roles as interpreter, translator and further progression into secretary/PA for different NGO's in the South of Russia.

Retail Experience
Retail Category
Luxury
High-end luxury
Premium
Work Environment
Boutique
Shopping centre
Product Category
Womenswear
Accessories
Leather goods
Watches & Jewelry
Beauty & Fragrances
Footwear
Responsibilities
Greeting
Client Help
CRM
Complaint handling
Aftercare
Storytelling
Upselling
Client Advising
Transactions
Stock control
Product setup
Product labelling
Inventory control
Order preparation
Stockroom management
Open/closing store
Health & safety
Online orders fulfilment
Returns & Exchanges
Languages
Russian - Native
English - Fluent
French - Basic
Italian - Basic
Arabic - Basic
Education & Training
BPP University
Unknown - ‘19
Graduate Diploma in Law
London Metropolitan University
Unknown - ‘06
Master of Arts in International Business
master
Moscow State University
Unknown - ‘00
Specialist Bachelor Degree in Philology (English & French and Linguistics)
bachelor
University of California, Irvine
Unknown - ‘98
Research Assistant