Chris Van Der Merwe
Workshop Manager
Viljoenskroon
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Dedicated Industry professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Workshop Manager
Rushof Boerdery
Viljoenskroon
11.2020 - Current
- Scheduled maintenance and repair projects to maintain optimal performance of all equipment and systems.
- Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
- Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
Sales Executive
Kia Somersetwest
Cape Town
04.2019 - 07.2020
- Increased revenue by implementing effective sales strategies in sales cycle process from prospecting leads through close.
- Enhanced success of advertising strategies by boosting engagement through social media and other digital marketing approaches.
- Utilized internal lead referral tools to solicit new business opportunities and contacts.
Sales Manager
Hyundai Klerksdorp
Klerksdorp
01.2007 - 05.2010
- Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
- Recruited and hired top-level talent to add value and expertise to sales department.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive business strategies and sales and marketing plans that complemented overall corporate operating plan.
- Met with clients, delivering presentations and educating on product and service features and offerings.
- Researched competitors' activities and products to uncover new trends
- Coached and counseled sales personnel, assisting with individual selling efforts and helping sales representatives reach targets.
- Utilized metrics to modify low-performing sales and marketing programs and plans to increase effectiveness.
- Promoted continuing education opportunities for sales team to bolster skills and add value to department.
- Attended industry shows, conventions and other meetings with primary mission of expanding market opportunities.
- Closed lucrative sales deals using strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Maintained ethical and positive working environment to reduce turnover and promote high retention rates.
- Targeted and prospected for new business through telemarketing, individual creativity and innovation.
Education
Matric -
Klerksdorp High School
Klerksdorp 01.1994 - 12.1998
Skills
Fabrications knowledge
Repairs proficiency
Tool use expertise
Written and verbal communication
Organization and Time Management
Cultural Awareness
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Winning is not everything, it’s the only thing
Timeline
Workshop Manager
Rushof Boerdery
11.2020 - Current
Sales Executive
Kia Somersetwest
04.2019 - 07.2020
Sales Manager
Hyundai Klerksdorp
01.2007 - 05.2010
Matric -
Klerksdorp High School
01.1994 - 12.1998