ASHLEY BARNARD
Port Elizabeth
Summary
Dynamic and multi-skilled with a proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and reducing procurement costs. Skilled in inventory management, with an achievement of lower than 2% variance. I excel at fostering strong customer relationships and driving strategic initiatives. My adaptability and problem-solving aptitude have consistently led to improved performance and revenue growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Systems Manager
Valsa Engineering (Pty) Ltd
Johannesburg
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Generated accurate sales quotes while creating corresponding orders. Processed invoices swiftly to boost financial operations.
Maintained organized records of sales transactions for performance and revenue tracking. - Created purchase orders to efficiently manage inventory levels and supplier relationships.
Processed stock receipts to maintain accurate inventory records and streamline operations.
Facilitated supplier returns to optimize product quality and minimize losses. Sourced materials at negotiated pricing to reduce procurement costs and improve margins. - HR: Employee leave and attendance administration
- Developed comprehensive bill of materials for efficient production processes.
Streamlined assembly and disassembly procedures to enhance operational efficiency. - Analyze customer requirements and obstacles to establish how company solutions can fulfill them.
- Inventory oversight & associated responsibilities including stock audits & inventory control
- Debtors & creditors
- Constructing operating systems from foundation. From organizational details, document structuring & system implementation to procedural upgrades & solutions
- Employee training on systems and procedures
- Essential problem assessment and resolution
Manager
Lonicraft (Pty) Ltd t/a Sunrise Liquor Distribution
Bloemfontein
10.2020 - 01.2023
- General personnel management and employee training.
- Oversaw daily operations for 25 staff members.
Streamlined workflows to enhance efficiency and productivity. Monitored performance to identify areas for improvement.
Developed strategic initiatives to support long-term organizational goals. Managed resource allocation to optimize operational effectiveness. - Policy & Procedure Development.
- Oversaw key accounts to cultivate and sustain strong relationships with customers.
- Implemented and oversaw monthly stock takes to reduce losses and improve accuracy.
- Conducted market research to identify industry trends and opportunities; and generated leads through networking, cold calling, and targeted online research.
- Procurement duties.
- General accounting responsibilities (accounts receivable and payable).
- Administered payroll functions. General HR tasks and ensuring adherence to regulations.
Conducted candidate interview schedules during recruitment. Responded to employee questions related to HR policies and benefits. Participated in all staff hearings. - Facilitated positive customer experience by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and delivering ongoing support.
- Handled all IT-related challenges effectively.
Sales / Stock Controller / Buyer
Stewart's & Lloyds
Bloemfontein
05.2018 - 10.2020
- Maintained manual and digital procurement records for efficient access.
- Generated comprehensive reports to enhance decision-making processes.
- Monitored distribution channels for product pricing and availability changes.
- Managed inventory of over 800 products, ensuring optimal stock levels.
- Created product codes and descriptions with accurate pricing adjustments.
- Handled queries and complaints from suppliers, fostering strong relationships.
- Supervised logistics and load planning for deliveries and collections across three warehouses.
- Inventory management.
- Generated leads for potential customers through networking, cold calling and online research.
- Present company products engagingly, emphasizing benefits and countering possible objections.
- Secured sales by effectively negotiating terms and closing deals with clients to reach sales objectives.
- Enhance customer service quality by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, delivering ongoing assistance and after-sale care.
Sales Representative
Rolyn Engineering
Bloemfontein
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Managed inventory control, including stock takes and effective stock management.
- Handled petty cash, processed cash deposits, and managed banking duties.
- Conducted cold calls, online research, and networking to generate new business opportunities.
- Achieved monthly sales objectives.
- Provided technical support for customers using the company's products and services.
- Resolved customer complaints to enhance service quality, client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Coordinated after-sale services to maintain client relationships.
- Planned deliveries and organized driver schedules for efficient logistics.
- Conducted customer site surveys to provide an efficient quotation.
- Areas covered: Lesotho, the whole of Free State, and parts of Northern Cape.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Phlebotomy
Alison
Online12-2024
National Senior Certificate - English (Home Language), Afrikaans (First Additional Language), Math, Life Orientation, Biology, Business Studies, Accounting
Eunice High School
Bloemfontein11.2014
Skills
- Adaptability
- Administration / HR / Finances
- Computer literacy
- Critical analysis
- Customer service
- Interpersonal skills
- Inventory management
- Labour Law & Regulation
- Management / Operations / Organizational Development
- Multitasking capacity
- Policy & Procedure Development
- Problem-solving aptitude
- SYSPRO
- Unleashed
- Xero
- Zoho
Personal Information
- ID Number: 960119 0250 08 0
- Gender: Female
- Driver's License: Code 8
Languages
Afrikaans
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Certification
Zoho: Completed 3 seminars.
Affiliations
- Gaming
- Gym
- Hiking
- Photography
References
- Tommy, Valsa, Johannesburg, 071 870 7105
- Kevin, Lonicraft, Bloemfontein, 081 312 3655
- Jono, Stewarts & Lloyds, Bloemfontein, 051 434 3951
- Richard, Rolyn Engineering, Bloemfontein, 011 845 7967
Accomplishments
- Reaching monthly targets, and preventing branch foreclosure
- Promotion from sales to stock controller
- I won a prize from a supplier for purchasing the most of their selected items as the buyer
- Assisted with the complete wholesale and retail company startup
- Minimal stock take variances
- Complete the company setup of administrative systems, procedures, and processes
- Springbok colours and black belt in karate. Competed in Common Wealth and World Championships.
- Academic badges from school
- Awarded gold in ballet for Free State colours.
Timeline
Systems Manager
Valsa Engineering (Pty) Ltd
05.2023 - 09.2024
Manager
Lonicraft (Pty) Ltd t/a Sunrise Liquor Distribution
10.2020 - 01.2023
Sales / Stock Controller / Buyer
Stewart's & Lloyds
05.2018 - 10.2020
Sales Representative
Rolyn Engineering
01.2017 - 05.2018
Graduate Certificate - Phlebotomy
Alison
National Senior Certificate - English (Home Language), Afrikaans (First Additional Language), Math, Life Orientation, Biology, Business Studies, Accounting
Eunice High School
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