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Ceaser Mutize
Distribution Associate
Benoni,GP
Summary
Talented Distribution Associate managing high volume workload in fast-paced environment. Prioritizing and organizing tasks for maximum efficiency. Knowledgeable about preparing and managing shipments. Establishes positive relationships with carriers and representatives through communication and coordination skills. Competent in route planning and shipment method determination. Adept at building and maintaining positive relationships with both customers and vendors.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Distribution Associate
Eastside Konnect
Benoni, Gauteng
01.2016 - Current
- Received loads, checked merchandise and tagged with warehouse IDs ( Zumbani Farming, Kgotso Milling, )
- Prepared boxes, pallets and crates for outgoing shipments with target of 680 Tones per week.
- Prioritized and rearranged tasks with transporters to meet changing demands.
- Inspected merchandise for damage and discrepancies with documentation.
- Facilitated receiving and shipping and loading and unloading of goods, transferring products to designated storage sites ( Democratic Replublic of Congo, Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe )
- Collaborated with other departments on supply and quality issues.
- Scheduled pickups and deliveries to maintain smooth operations.
- Coordinated storage locations, product movements and customs paperwork.
- Checked shipments against paperwork and signed documents.
Sales Executive
Graycon Food Service Equipment
Boksburg, Gauteng
02.2014 - 12.2015
- Increased revenue by implementing effective sales strategies in sales cycle process from prospecting leads through close.
- Analyzed past sales data and team performance to develop realistic sales goals.
- Collaborated with internal teams and suppliers to evaluate costs against expected market price points and set structures to achieve profit targets.
- Grew sales and boosted profits 10%, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
- Held weekly meetings with sales reps and suppliers to identify techniques to overcome sales obstacles.
- Executed local, regional and national marketing and branding initiatives to drive sales within existing and prospective accounts.
- Managed entire sales cycle across customer accounts, proposing and closing sales to achieve total revenue growth, profit and customer satisfaction plans.
- Presented products to clients using dynamic presentations and practical use-case scenarios.
- Quoted prices, credit terms and other bid specifications.
- Facilitated sale of food service equipment to customers.
Restaurant Manager
The Keg & Knight Pub & Restaurant
Benoni, Gauteng
08.2010 - 12.2013
- Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
- Purchased adequate quantities of food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Met, greeted and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Achieved highest employee retention rate in region at 80%.
- Skillfully interacted with external vendors to obtain best quality in pricing and product.
- Prepared for and executed new menu implementations.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Conducted health, safety and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
- Initiated 3 month in-house customer service contest for staff to effect continuous improvements in service scores
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
- Carefully developed lucrative annual food and beverage marketing plan and strict budget to maximize profits. Increased sales by 15%.
Project Coordinator
Edstan Distributors Pty LTD
Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2001 - 08.2008
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments ( World Vision Zimbabwe, German Agro Action Zimbabwe, Plan International Zimbabwe )
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters ( Nyautare Irrigation Project, Nyamaropa )
- Gathered requirements for ongoing projects and organized details for management use.
- Oversaw productivity streams for ongoing and special projects.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals ( 4080 MT Organic Fertilizer )
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets ( Chimanimani Irrigation Project )
Education
Occupational Health And Safety Online Course - Occupational Health And Safety
University of Cape Town
09.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Kambuzuma High School 2
Harare, Zimbabwe 01.1993 - 11.1996
No Degree - LCCI - Markerting Diploma
Speciss College
Harare, Zimbabwe 01.1998 - 11.2000
Skills
Maintaining safety standards
undefinedCertification
Famous Brands Management Certificate, [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Affiliations
Labour Law Management South Africa
Software
Timeline
Occupational Health And Safety Online Course - Occupational Health And Safety
University of Cape Town
09.2021 - Current
Distribution Associate
Eastside Konnect
01.2016 - Current
Sales Executive
Graycon Food Service Equipment
02.2014 - 12.2015
Famous Brands Management Certificate, [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
06-2012
Restaurant Manager
The Keg & Knight Pub & Restaurant
08.2010 - 12.2013
Project Coordinator
Edstan Distributors Pty LTD
01.2001 - 08.2008
No Degree - LCCI - Markerting Diploma
Speciss College
01.1998 - 11.2000
High School Diploma -
Kambuzuma High School 2
01.1993 - 11.1996
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