Catherine Semakane
Gauteng, Roodepoort
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Fashion Stylist
Africarise
Gauteng
03.2025 - Current
- Styled client outfits for various events to enhance personal fashion choices.
- Assisted in selecting clothing and accessories for photoshoots and presentations.
- Collaborated with team members to develop seasonal fashion trends and concepts.
Branch Manager
BurgundyFly/Foschini
Gauteng
07.2019 - 10.2020
- Oversaw daily branch operations and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Managed inventory levels and organized product displays for optimal customer experience.
- Trained and mentored staff to enhance service quality and product knowledge.
Branch Manager
Ralo cosmetics
Gauteng
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Evaluated staff performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Trained and mentored staff to enhance service quality and product knowledge.
- Managed inventory levels and organized product displays for optimal customer experience.
- Oversaw daily branch operations and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Coordinated marketing initiatives to promote new products and drive customer engagement.
- Implemented efficient processes to streamline branch workflows and reduce waste.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints effectively to maintain satisfaction levels.
- Managed staff scheduling, hiring and training processes.
- Directed daily operations of the branch, including customer service, human resources, sales and marketing activities.
- Managed and inspired team members to perform to full potential, driving branch profitability.
- Monitored financial performance of the branch on a monthly basis.
- Provided guidance and support to team members regarding problem resolution and customer service issues.
- Resolved escalated customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Assigned duties to employees and examined work for accuracy, neatness and timeliness.
Education
PJ Simelane Secondary
Gauteng Skills
- Fashion merchandising
- Seasonal trend analysis
- Outfit coordination
- Visual presentation
Languages
Afrikaans, English, Shona, Zulu and Xhosa
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fashion Stylist
Africarise
03.2025 - Current
Branch Manager
BurgundyFly/Foschini
07.2019 - 10.2020
Branch Manager
Ralo cosmetics
01.2016 - 01.2019
PJ Simelane Secondary