Buyiswa Shayi
Branch Controller
Pretoria
Summary
Dynamic logistics professional with a robust background in administration and customer service, complemented by exceptional time management skills. Recognized for organizational prowess and outstanding communication abilities, thriving in both independent and collaborative environments. Expertise in prioritizing tasks effectively ensures consistent delivery of results under pressure. Eager to leverage this expertise and enthusiasm to drive significant contributions within a forward-thinking organization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
Branch Controller
Afrirent Auto - (Coca Cola PTA West Depo)
07.2025 - Current
- Managed full-cycle invoicing processes, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
- Oversaw all administrative paperwork, from initiation to final filing, maintaining organized and compliant records.
- Acted as the primary point of contact for HR-related queries, providing support on policies, procedures, and documentation.
- Provided proactive administrative support to the Depot Manager, including the coordination of day-to-day operational tasks.
- Verified and confirmed monthly timesheets, and coordinated with HR for payroll processing.
- Reviewed and validated quotes and purchase order pricing to ensure alignment with procurement guidelines.
- Facilitated the closing of service jobs, ensuring all documentation and financials were completed.
- Represented the depot during internal and external audit meetings, contributing to compliance and quality control.
- Conducted monthly reconciliations of supplier invoices, addressing discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Assisted with fleet documentation and HR filing, maintaining accurate and accessible records.
- Monitored and managed petty cash, ensuring appropriate usage and reconciliation.
- I took the initiative in resolving depot-related operational issues, escalating where necessary.
- Provided support to the Admin and Stock Controller, contributing to stock accuracy and reporting.
- Assisted technicians with logistical and administrative queries, facilitating efficient job completion.
- Compiled operational, financial, and HR reports on a regular basis, delivering clear and concise data summaries to management for strategic decision-making.
- Resolved client queries professionally and promptly, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction, and maintaining strong client relationships.
Fleet Admin Controller
Afrirent Auto- (Coca Cola PTA West Depo)
03.2023 - 06.2025
- Servicing Vehicles and maintenance (Captures / opens job cards accurately).
- Requests quotations from suppliers for parts and equipment to be used for vehicle repairs and follows up on outstanding information, documentation and quotes timeously.
- Submits quotes to the clients for repaired vehicles.
- Raises purchase orders (PO’s) for the delivery / receipt of parts from suppliers.
- Updates and keeps safety files up to date at all times to facilitate compliance audits.
- Closes job cards on the system on a daily basis.
- Compiles daily work in progress (WIP) updates.
- Reports on outstanding PO’s.
- Compiles all required paperwork and invoice.
- Follows up on outstanding purchase orders.
- Maintains an up-to-date database of compliance requirements, deadlines and expiry dates i.e. COF and medicals.
- Orders when stationery as required.
- Orders and issues protective personal equipment (PPE) according to approved standard operating procedures.
- Maintains and updates electronic folders for suppliers and customers, and attaches and files all relevant documents and information for easy retrieval.
Dispatch and receiving/Returns Clerk
Takealot.com (Wonderboom)
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Dispatching and receiving parcels, processing returns, driver's controller, customer service, cash handling, walk-in customer assistance, stock counting, driver cash up, driver compliance, sorting, staging, email handling, scanning, and report compilation.Tracking and monitoring driver
Buyer/admin/stores keeper
Aerocore (Wonderboom Airport)
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Purchase order coordination, invoicing, stock management, supplier follow-ups, stock counting, stock packing, email handling, call management, consumable control, logbook entry, job card creation.
Dispatch and Order processor
Venture S.A
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Re-order processing, filing, scanning, dispatching, packaging, record-keeping, time sheet assistance.
Education
Btech - Logistics
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2018
National Diploma - Logistics
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2017
Matric - undefined
Maakere High School
01.2010
Skills
Online research proficiency
Certification
Project Management Certificate
References
Afrirent auto - Malande Gqirana 082 265 5303
Takealot- Blessie Bright 073 757 4071
Aerocore Alexander van wyk 082 723 4549
Venture auto William Chauke 083 679 9300
Additional Information
C1 Drivers License with PDP
Timeline
Branch Controller
Afrirent Auto - (Coca Cola PTA West Depo)
07.2025 - Current
Fleet Admin Controller
Afrirent Auto- (Coca Cola PTA West Depo)
03.2023 - 06.2025
Dispatch and receiving/Returns Clerk
Takealot.com (Wonderboom)
10.2021 - 02.2023
Buyer/admin/stores keeper
Aerocore (Wonderboom Airport)
08.2019 - 03.2020
Dispatch and Order processor
Venture S.A
05.2018 - 08.2018
National Diploma - Logistics
Tshwane University of Technology
Matric - undefined
Maakere High School
Btech - Logistics
Tshwane University of Technology
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