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Work History
Education
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Bhekizizwe Desmond Hlagane

Branch Manager (East Rand)
Benoni,GP

Summary

Highly detail-oriented and professional Branch Manager. Successful at meeting and exceeding branch goals. Expertise in customer service relations and sales management. Enterprising Manager, successful in leading every facet of new and ongoing business operations. Strategic thinker and tactical decision-maker with passion for serving customers and exceeding expectations. Creative problem solver skilled at de-escalating situations and driving positive change.

Overview

21
years of professional experience

Work History

Royal Funerals Services

Branch Manager (East, Vaal and Delmas)
07.2017 - Current

Job overview

1. Planning, Delegating and making sure the Branch and Its Staff Members are well taken care of, as far as Customer service and prompt working conditions

2. Monitoring the daily deceased removals for the families and making sure the Drivers attend to them on time

3. Managing weekly office reports for all 6 Branches

4. Compiling Monthly Report for the GM and the MD, to oversee the progress of the Offices.

5. Compiling a Weekly Burial Schedule, making sure that all burials are conducted accordingly and with dignity.

6.Developed a high-performing team through targeted recruitment, training, and performance management initiatives.

7.Championed process improvement initiatives that resulted in increased efficiency, improved service quality, or cost savings for the organization as a whole.

8. Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.

Sunbake Bakeries

Route Planner and Coordinator
05.2014 - 03.2016

Job overview

  • Increased customer satisfaction through accurate and timely delivery scheduling.
  • Evaluated driver performance data to provide constructive feedback and ensure adherence to company policies.
  • Leveraged data analytics tools to evaluate the impact of route changes on overall efficiency and profitability.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing concerns related to delivery schedules or routing discrepancies.
  • Analyzed historical data to identify trends in delivery times, informing future route optimizations.
  • Managed route adjustments due to unforeseen obstacles such as road closures or inclement weather conditions.

Quicksilver Couriers

Courier and Then a Route Coordinator
03.2003 - 04.2009

Job overview

  • Kept vehicles clean and well-maintained, ensuring reliable performance for daily use.
  • Reduced fuel consumption by implementing efficient driving techniques and carefully planning routes.
  • Negotiated preferred parking spaces at high-volume locations for expedited pick-up/delivery processes.
  • Maintained accurate records of pick-ups, deliveries, and vehicle maintenance to ensure compliance with company policies.
  • Handled sensitive documents securely, maintaining confidentiality and protecting client information.

Education

East Isidingo Technical College
Benoni

No Degree from Business Management
04.2001

University Overview

Lapace Technical School of Artisans


Semi Skilled Boilermaker CAT


Isidingo Technical College


N5 Certificate In Business Management

Skills

Interviewing and Hiring

Accomplishments

Accomplishments

I had internal Training with Seta for these following Courses


1. Decision Making

2. How to chair a Disciplinary Hearing

3. Junior Management Training

4. Risk Management Training

Timeline

Branch Manager (East, Vaal and Delmas)
Royal Funerals Services
07.2017 - Current
Route Planner and Coordinator
Sunbake Bakeries
05.2014 - 03.2016
Courier and Then a Route Coordinator
Quicksilver Couriers
03.2003 - 04.2009
East Isidingo Technical College
No Degree from Business Management
04.2001
Bhekizizwe Desmond Hlagane Branch Manager (East Rand)