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Camelia Kokkinidis
Functions Manager
Midrand
Summary
I have for the past years excelled in effectively supporting executive level staff including finance, sales and marketing departments in Ridgeback Village, SAB Breweries brand activation, OUTsurance in Sales department as a lead generator, Kia South Africa Motors as Sales Executive, Discovery Life Limited as Funeral Financial Advisor and currently consulting as a Business Development Manager for Dynamic Partnerships, Business Development for Tulu Solutions and E-commerce Consulting for Hyperli, Pnet as an SME Business Consultant, Bid Coordinator for Bidvest Facilities Management and Events Coordinators for Bidvest Facilities Management under Lehlangene Facilities Management for project of Department of Agriculture Land Reform & Rural Development, Information Communication Technology (ICT) Facilitator for the Department of Agriculture Land Reform & Rural Development, Customer Service Facilitator for Protea Coin Security for the Department of Agriculture, currently working as a Regional Functions Manager for Bidvest Catering South Africa. I have experience in Cannabis Farming aswell on a 21Hectre Farm based in Moloto, Pretoria. I have a strength in conceptualizing brands and making sales by communicating actively and efficiently to the client to meet their needs. I have a reputation as a self-directed worker who uses her initiative and creativity to get the job done in the work environment to meet deadlines distinctly. I have an entrepreneurial spirit, seeing things from a unique perspective than the norm, continuously re-inventing and adopting from accumulated knowledge and research. I can obtain a challenging administrative or technical requirement as situations present themselves. My skills assist in development and building synergy in the workplace. I am a multi-cultured, hardworking, confident, responsible and a team player with good consulting skills. I am healthy, friendly, outgoing, open minded and flexible. I’m a sophisticated person who should not be underestimated by any means. I am a persuasive person with lots of charisma and the ability to make others follow to a realistic objective.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Regional Functions Manager, Functions Manager
Bidvest Catering
01.2025 - Current
- Knowledge of OHS Act, ISO 9001 Quality Management & Risk Management Systems
- Reason for leaving, Promotion to Regional Functions Manager as selected by CEO & Executive of Bidvest Catering South Africa to Lead and Manage Functions and Events in the Gauteng region for Bidvest Catering South Africa
- Is responsible for overseeing and managing specific functions (such as operations, finance, HR, sales, or logistics) within a designated region
- This role involves strategic planning, performance monitoring, and ensuring alignment with overall business goals
- Job Summary
- The Regional Functions Manager leads and coordinates activities related to a particular function (e.g., operations, HR, finance, or supply chain) within a specific geographic region
- They ensure smooth execution of processes, compliance with company policies, and achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement regional strategies aligned with corporate objectives
- Operations Management: Oversee and optimize processes to improve efficiency and productivity
- Financial Oversight: Monitor budgets, control costs, and ensure financial performance targets are met
- People Management: Lead, mentor, and support teams within the region to drive performance and engagement
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Coordinate with corporate leadership, local teams, and external partners
- Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure adherence to company policies, industry regulations, and risk mitigation plans
- Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs, generate reports, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Customer & Client Relations: Maintain strong relationships with key clients, customers, and vendors
- Market Analysis: Assess regional market trends and provide insights for strategic decision-making
- Problem-Solving: Address operational challenges and implement solutions effectively
- Qualifications & Skills
Senior Events Specialist
Bidvest Facilities Management
02.2023 - 12.2024
- Operational Delivery:
- Reporting to National Operational Manager: Lutendo Munyadziwa
- Assist to co-ordinate events and meetings for the site
- Assist in the coordination of the AV/VC set up requirement for the events and meetings, together with the technical team
- Assist in the coordination of all services during events (set up, stationery, catering, beverages etc)
- Liaise with the catering company pertaining to events / meeting requirements
- Liaise with events team regarding events / meeting requirements
- Ensure the Events Request Form has been completed accurately
- Ensure all rooms set ups as required by the client meet client’s specifications
- Ensure water bottles are refreshed regularly throughput the day and that the clean glasses are available at all times
- Ensure that catering is booked on the system as and when required
- Ensure that rooms are cleared and tidied after each event or meeting
- Report over-flowing dustbins and cleaning issues to the cleaning team on duty in your area
- Report and hand in any lost property found in the meeting rooms to security
- Assist to ensure that events are planned at least 48hours prior to the meeting
- Ensure issues raised have been managed and actions taken to prevent recurring issues 2
- Contractual Delivery:
- Ensure that the co-ordination of the final setting-up of areas in preparation for event services
- Ensure provision of table settings and decoration, the manner and cost of which is to be agreed by Client
- Ensure clearing of all food, crockery, glassware etc, from the rooms at the end of the event and for the rooms to be cleared no later than 2hours from the time of delivery, or on completion of the meeting; whichever is the earliest
- Ensure that catering staff used tableware, crockery, cutlery, etc
- Is collected subsequently at a time agreed with the recipient of the service
- Receive requests for the retrieval of furniture and coordinate the preparation, delivery, and setup of items at the appropriate business location(s) or in support of all events
- Customer Focus:
- Work with teams to develop and maintain a customer-focused attitude toward activites, concentrating on those that most strongly contribute toward improving customer lifetime value
- Interact with clients to provide and process information in response to inquiries, concerns and requests about products and services
- Keep up to date with business developments and strategic objectives within the environment
- Provide advice on general changes and compliance within the workplace management framework when required
- Work with processes and procedures in such a way that operational efficiencies and performance are enhanced
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Attend to and resolve all customer queries timeously or escalate when necessary
- Championed the adoption of new software tools that streamlined workflows across multiple departments.
- Follow up and follow through on all escalated queries timeously
- Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
- Manage conflict within your events working space
- Code of Conduct:
- Undertake such other responsibilities as directed by Management that will drive sustainability
- Work in a flexible way when the occasion arises so that tasks, which are not specifically covered in the job description, are undertaken
- Take responsibility for one’s own performance
- Promote Bidvest (Lehlangene Facilities Management’s (LFM) & Client’s image and corporate citizenry through deliberate and coordinated activities
- Adhere to the LFM’s Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Management System’s Policies & Procedures as applicable to this position
- Ensure LFM ethical values are always adhered to
- Reporting:
- Assist in the preparation of monthly reporting within set timeframes for distributing to the relevant parties
- Creating Financial Events Forecasting
- Creating weekly updated Events Calendar
- Creating weekly reports for Health & Safety on incidents reported
- Orders creating PR’s, PO’s & Good’s Receipting
- Reason for leaving, Promotion to Regional Functions Manager as selected by CEO & Executive of Bidvest Catering South Africa to Lead and Manage Functions and Events in the Gauteng region for Bidvest Catering South Africa
Bid Coordinator
Bidvest Facilities Management
Centurion
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Increased bid success rates by developing and implementing a streamlined bid management process.
- Developed winning strategies by analyzing historical data from past bids to identify trends that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Maintained sales tasks with detailed notes in enterprise contact management system to assist in bringing sales opportunities to closure.
- Secured new business opportunities by proactively monitoring industry news, events, and tender websites for relevant leads.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality bids and proposals.
- Reason for leaving, Promotion to become Events Coordinator & was selected by Exco to lead training and become a Facilitator for Information Communications & Technology Training (ICT) for the new Project at Department of Agriculture Land Reform & Rural Development (DALRRD), (ICT) Facilitator & Customer Service Facilitator for Protea Coin at Bidvest Facilities Management (Lehlangene Facilities Management) LFM under project of: The Department of Agriculture Land Reform & Rural Development (DALRRD
SME Business Consultant
Pnet
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Receiving & making calls to clients wanting to recruit candidates
- Preparing Proposals and Quotations that identify clients’ needs in a professional and timeous manner
- Developing and maintaining company presence in the marketplace through calling, email and phoning
- Identifying new corporate customers through networking, referrals and research
- Matching prospects requirements to existing service via well-constructed written proposals
- Professionally demonstrating service offered
- Resolving customer enquiries quickly and effectively
- Following up on all leads rapidly and effectively
- Dealing with all meetings and clients in an urgent and focused manor
- Ensuring proper comprehension of Pnet services offered
- Training customers on the proper use of Pnet service
- Performing customer care calls to ensure customer satisfaction and retention
- Do follow up calls to develop long term sustainable relationships with clients
- Reason for leaving: Contract ended
Sales and Marketing Executive
Emoyeni Solutions
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Responsibilities: Identify, develop and build relationships with prospective clients
- For new clients, prepare a brief for Client Manager
- Identify, organise and attend relevant networking events, following up on leads gathered
- Work alongside Executive Directors to identify PR opportunities
- Identify suitable awards for the Companies to enter
- To plan and execute the launch of management software product
- Competitor and Market awareness
- To give client support for activities
- Preparing quotations
- Reason for leaving: Contract ended, company got liquidated, Dynamic Holdings)
- Responsibilities: Identify, develop and build relationships with prospective clients
- For new clients, prepare a brief for Client Manager
- Identify, organise and attend relevant networking events, following up on leads gathered
- Brand Development
- Work alongside Executive Directors to identify PR opportunities
- Identify suitable awards for the Companies to enter
- To plan and execute the launch of management software product
- Competitor and Market awareness
- To give client support for activities
- Preparing quotations
- Property Maintenance
- Reason for leaving: Contract ended, company got liquidated
Funeral Sales Advisor
Discovery
03.2018 - 04.2018
- Receiving & making calls to clients wanting to purchase funeral cover
- Selling Funeral Cover by driving around to individuals & businesses
- Leading one another in the group as we also worked in a team
- Setting targets and reaching them in numbers of quotes and sales
- I also had to take on leadership skills training to cope in the environment I was in
- Reason for leaving: Position was not permanent and was on a commission base solely, I left because I was looking for something more permanent with a salary due to my financial responsibilities.
Sales executive
Kia Motors
12.2016 - 05.2017
- Receiving & making calls to clients wanting to purchase a car
- Selling Vehicles and Commercial Workhorses
- Leading one another in the group as we also worked in a team
- Setting targets and reaching them in numbers of quotes and sales
- I also had to take on leadership skills training to cope in the environment I was in.
Lead Generator
OUTsurance
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Receiving calls from Poppers of new clients
- Selling Vehicle, House and household contents insurance
- Leading one another in the group as we also worked in a team
- Setting targets and reaching them in numbers of quotes and sales
- I also had to take on leadership skills training to cope in the environment
- Reason for leaving: Contract ended, position was not a permanent role and I took a break from employment during this period.
Assistant Bookkeeper
Ridgeback Village Restaurant
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Cashing up of all moneys received and recording on the system
- Paying suppliers and staff
- Filing of financial dossiers
- Assisting Finance department when needing help regarding bookkeeping
- Reason for leaving: Contract ended
Promoter
SAB Breweries
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Responsible for marketing
- Come up with creative ways to promote alcohol or rather the brand
- Draw crowds with devices and creative solutions developed
- Reason for leaving: Position was not permanent and was on a temporary basis.
Hostess
Ridgeback Village Restaurant
01.2006 - 12.2008
- Greet guests and assign customers to tables suitable for their needs
- Inspect dining and serving areas to ensure cleanliness & Setup
- Provide menus and record customers dining reservations and orders
- Maintain contact with kitchen staff, management, serving staff
- Dealing with Customers to ensure that dining details are handled
- Customer concerns are addressed, and satisfaction is ensured
- Inform customers of establishment specialties and features
- Operate cash registers to accept payments for food and service
- Reason for leaving: Contract ended
Education
High School Diploma -
Cornwall Hill College
Centurion, South Africa 04.2001 - 12.2009
GED -
Varsity College
Menlyn, South Africa 04.2012 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Unisa
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2014 -
No Degree - First Aid- Level 1
Imsimbi Training
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 - 12.2023
Project Management Course - Project Management
Imsimbi Training
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2023 - 12.2024
Skills
Document management
Deadline management
Financial forecasting
Proposal writing
Team leadership
Operations management
Strategic planning
Decision-making
Performance management
Time management
Staff development
Workforce management
Customer service
Project management
Marketing
Business administration
Customer relationship management (CRM)
Staff management
Policy implementation
Contract management
Cross-functional teamwork
Documentation and reporting
Expense tracking
Verbal and written communication
Project planning
Staff training and development
Negotiation
Business planning
Sales management
Complex Problem-solving
Budget control
Task delegation
Product management
Emergency response
Brand management
Safety procedures
Coaching and mentoring
Recruiting and interviewing
Conflict resolution
Inventory management
Policy and procedure development
Vendor management
Stakeholder management
Regulatory compliance
Problem-solving
Teamwork and collaboration
Multitasking
Positive attitude
Computer skills
Multitasking Abilities
Self motivation
Adaptability and flexibility
Team building
Excellent communication
Work Planning and Prioritization
Analytical thinking
Time management abilities
Team development
Continuous improvement
Interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Active listening
Problem resolution
Additional Information And Awards
Reading, Writing own poetry, Singing High School choir, Horse riding, Cooking, Socialising, Received Senior Colour Award in High School choir, 5 show jumping awards
Future Plans
I plan to further my studies, keep learning and building my knowledge further. I would also like to empower and build people giving them skills to be able to work and live well in our diverse land.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/02/91
- Nationality: South African
Personal Skills And Competences
English, Sotho, Greek, Sotho, SiSwati, isiZulu, Good, Fair, Fair, Fair, Biaracial, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 10, Android OS, iOS, Microsoft Office Suite, Pastel Accounting, GAAP, Zoho, Podio, Sage, SAP, Crestron/HFX System
Software
Operating Systems
SAP
GAAP
4Flow
KARRI APP
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Certification
Project Management
Interests
Project Planning
Project Management
Facilities Management
Events Management
Security Management
Catering
Facilitator
Timeline
Regional Functions Manager, Functions Manager
Bidvest Catering
01.2025 - Current
Project Management
11-2024
Senior Events Specialist
Bidvest Facilities Management
02.2023 - 12.2024
Project Management Course - Project Management
Imsimbi Training
01.2023 - 12.2024
Bid Coordinator
Bidvest Facilities Management
05.2022 - 02.2023
SME Business Consultant
Pnet
07.2019 - 08.2020
Sales and Marketing Executive
Emoyeni Solutions
04.2018 - 04.2019
Funeral Sales Advisor
Discovery
03.2018 - 04.2018
Sales executive
Kia Motors
12.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Unisa
04.2014 -
Lead Generator
OUTsurance
01.2014 - 01.2015
GED -
Varsity College
04.2012 - 12.2012
Assistant Bookkeeper
Ridgeback Village Restaurant
01.2012 - 01.2014
Promoter
SAB Breweries
01.2009 - 12.2009
Hostess
Ridgeback Village Restaurant
01.2006 - 12.2008
High School Diploma -
Cornwall Hill College
04.2001 - 12.2009
No Degree - First Aid- Level 1
Imsimbi Training
04.2001 - 12.2023
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