BLAKE JOHN WALKER
Sales Executive
East London,EC
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in real estate, sales, management, and Autodesk application engineering. Skilled in client relations, sales strategies, and team leadership, with a strong background in architectural software, property management, vehicle servicing, and investigative work. Adept at problem-solving, process improvement, and delivering exceptional customer service.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Real Estate Consultant / Office Manager
Harcourt's Mercantile Property Consultants
01.2005 - Current
- Established and developed the Lettings department
- Sales and leasing of residential properties
- Property valuation and comparative market assessments
- Organizing and managing show houses
- Liaising with landlords, tenants, and property owners
- Client relationship management
- Property listings and advertising (newspapers, websites, and flyers)
- Implemented and maintained property listing filing systems
- Developed recruitment process procedure manuals
- Managed show houses and advertising campaigns
- NQF PDE4 Qualified
Apprentice Mechanic
Kesh Auto
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Apprenticeship in vehicle workshop
- Servicing of vehicles, engine rebuilds, suspension, and brakes
- Handling customer complaints and booking of services
- Ordering of spare parts for booked-in vehicles
- Vehicle service costing
Bike Sales
Imola
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Client relations and sales
- Ordering of customer spares
- Stock control of spare parts and shop accessories
- Payment of suppliers
Founder / Developer
Mad Labs
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Started development and formulation of gym supplements to testing phase
- Created 4 product formulations
- Sourced labs for product production
- Designed company logo and product branding
- Managed marketing and product costing
Autodesk Application Engineer
Modena Design Center
08.2012 - 04.2013
- Autodesk software sales and technical support
- Autodesk Revit training and consultation
- Architectural project work utilizing Revit software
Part-time Sales & Management
Honda Wing
09.2009 - 02.2010
- Shop floor layout and inventory management
- Stock ordering and control (motorbikes, accessories, and parts)
- Customer relations and sales
- Implementation of efficient stock control and POS systems
- While working for Honda Wing I was responsible for the day to day running of the showroom and store. I really enjoyed this position as I have always been interested in the motorcycle industry. Not only was I responsible for the co-management of Honda Wing I was also involved in the sales process of the motorcycles and accessories. I was directly involved in the implementation of key systems that improved the efficiency of the stock control and point of sale processes.
Assistant Site Manager – The Dunes, Beacon bay
Louis Robinson Contractors
01.2002 - 12.2004
- Assisted in staff and site management
- Ordering and stock control of building materials
- Guided homeowners in selecting interior materials
- Assisted in project management for 59 townhouse units
- During this period I assisted the project manager on site in all aspects of the building process from start to finish of 59 Townhouse units. I enjoyed this position due to the fact that I was directly involved with the new home owners, assisting them in their decisions with regards to the fixtures and fittings of their new homes. I felt a sense of accomplishment when seeing the end result of the development
Investigator
CIS Investigations
03.1999 - 12.2002
- Undercover investigations and surveillance
- Installation of CCTV and hidden cameras
- Investigations into stolen merchandise and debt collection
- Interrogation and private investigations
Education
High School Diploma -
Stirling High School
East London, South AfricaSkills
Real Estate Sales & Property Management
Autodesk Software & Revit Training
Sales & Client Relationship Management
Architectural & Construction Knowledge
Stock Control & Inventory Management
Investigation & Surveillance Techniques
Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
Product Development & Branding
Qualified Drafts Men
References
- D, Walker, Mr., 031 761 5300, 083 321 1254, CIS Investigations
- Louis, Robinson, 083 973 9066, Louis Robinson Contractors
- Ann, Coetzee, 043 722 3888, 082 577 8999, Harcourts Mercantile
- Piero, Ferucci, 083 629 7379, 043 722 1157, Honda Wing, Imola Motorsport
- Mike, Freeman, 082 553 3388, Mike Freeman Architects
- Keshwin Barhana +45 21 781604, Kesh Auto
Bodyboarding, Diving, Motorcycles, Working out, Being outdoors
I love being outdoors and active. I enjoy trying new things that brings me excitement and get the adrenaline flowing. I go to the gym daily and find it hard not to push the limits in everything I do.
Timeline
Apprentice Mechanic
Kesh Auto
01.2020 - 01.2022
Bike Sales
Imola
01.2017 - 01.2019
Founder / Developer
Mad Labs
01.2015 - 01.2017
Autodesk Application Engineer
Modena Design Center
08.2012 - 04.2013
Part-time Sales & Management
Honda Wing
09.2009 - 02.2010
Real Estate Consultant / Office Manager
Harcourt's Mercantile Property Consultants
01.2005 - Current
Assistant Site Manager – The Dunes, Beacon bay
Louis Robinson Contractors
01.2002 - 12.2004
Investigator
CIS Investigations
03.1999 - 12.2002
High School Diploma -
Stirling High School