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Chris Kriel
Assistant Managing Director
Johannesburg
Summary
This CV was prepared as part of my application for a visa to live and work in Australia in and is up-to-date as of April 2023. For additional information, references, proof of employment/education, or any other questions about my roles and/or education please contact me on +27 (0) 83 676 9917.
My working career started 25 years ago at University, when at the age of 18 I was involved in various student-related part-time jobs, to earn an income while studying. After completing my Honours degree, aged 21, I moved to the UK and worked in various entry-level positions. Returning to South Africa in 2001, and began working full-time. I completed my Masters in Research Psychology, in 2010 (while working full-time at the South African Institute of Race Relations), and was hired as a sessional academic at the University of the Witwatersrand. Subsequently, I worked in various research roles for Interact RDT, Millard Brown, TGI and IRI-Aztec. In 2014, I started my own research company focused on innovative approaches to market research in the South African context while also fulfilling the role of Head of Research at Limelight Media. In 2017, I joined Anacon cc, where I work as assistant Managing Director until present. My current role includes customer service, supply chain management, business administration and other aspects relating to running an export and import business in both South Africa and Zimbabwe.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head of Reserach
Limelight Media Consulting
Johannesburg
2015.06 - 2016.07
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Chief Executive Officer
Kriel and Korinek
Johannesburg
2015.06 - 2016.07
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
- Analyzed and tracked business metrics and made appropriate adjustments to meet supply and demand needs.
- Negotiated with suppliers and delivery workers and ordered materials according to forecasted customer demand.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
Assistant Managing Director
Anacon cc
Johannesburg
2017.07 - Current
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Evaluated performance, adjusted strategies, and maintained agile, sustainable operations.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Monitored sales forecasts and projected financial planning for organization to achieve revenue goals.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Prioritized and allocated valuable resources to meet business targets.
- Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
- Supervised budgets and timelines by carefully reviewing project scope and providing support to managing director.
- Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
Senior Project Manager
Plus 94 Reserach
Johannesburg
2016.07 - 2017.06
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
- Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
- Developed and led multi-disciplinary team to redefine problems and reach solutions based on different perspectives.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to meet objectives and boost rapport.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
- Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
- Crafted and maintained project plans and schedules to meet organizational objectives.
- Provided outstanding service to clients through effective communication and prompt issue resolution to facilitate future business opportunities.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
Senior Account Executive
IRI-Aztec
Johannesburg , Gauteng
2014.09 - 2015.03
- Met with new customers to share product and service information, listen to needs and learn about business operations.
- Employed proactive and collaborative approaches to strengthen relationships and manage customer needs.
- Analyzed data to discover trends, informing market strategies and objectives.
Key Accounts Manager: Retentions
TGI
Johannesburg , Gauteng
2013.09 - 2014.08
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Senior Research Executive
Millward Brown
Johannesburg , Gauteng
2012.10 - 2013.09
- Taught staff, students and new employees income generation methods through varying external channels.
- Analyzed findings and reports from researchers in program and interpreted for supervisory staff.
- Designed and delivered trainings and presentations to institutional staff and supported research program development.
- Kept abreast of current industry, scientific and regulatory developments and issues.
Customer Experience Consultant
Interact RDT
Johannesburg , Gauteng
2012.01 - 2012.09
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Sessional academic
University Of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg , Gauteng
2010.07 - 2011.12
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Developed pedagogy and course content
- Lecturing 2 courses (Introduction to Development and Personality and development)
- Course coordinator for Personality and Development
Demographics Researcher
South African Institute of South Africa
Johannesburg , Gauteng
2008.09 - 2010.06
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Provincial Outreach Officer
South African Insitute of Race Relations
Johannesburg , Gauteng
2008.01 - 2009.06
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Education
Master of Arts - Research Psychology
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 2007.01 - 2010.12
Honours - General Psychology
University of The Witwaterdrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 2001.01 - 2001.12
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Philosophy
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 1998.01 - 2000.12
Skills
Business Development
undefinedSoftware
Microsoft suite
SPSS
Atlas.ti
Interests
Chess
Sport
Cryptocurrency
My family
Timeline
Assistant Managing Director
Anacon cc
2017.07 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Plus 94 Reserach
2016.07 - 2017.06
Head of Reserach
Limelight Media Consulting
2015.06 - 2016.07
Chief Executive Officer
Kriel and Korinek
2015.06 - 2016.07
Senior Account Executive
IRI-Aztec
2014.09 - 2015.03
Key Accounts Manager: Retentions
TGI
2013.09 - 2014.08
Senior Research Executive
Millward Brown
2012.10 - 2013.09
Customer Experience Consultant
Interact RDT
2012.01 - 2012.09
Sessional academic
University Of The Witwatersrand
2010.07 - 2011.12
Demographics Researcher
South African Institute of South Africa
2008.09 - 2010.06
Provincial Outreach Officer
South African Insitute of Race Relations
2008.01 - 2009.06
Master of Arts - Research Psychology
University of The Witwatersrand
2007.01 - 2010.12
Honours - General Psychology
University of The Witwaterdrand
2001.01 - 2001.12
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Philosophy
University of The Witwatersrand
1998.01 - 2000.12
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