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Christine Els

Sales Representative
Cape Town

Summary

Energetic Sales Representative offering demonstrated success identifying prospects and converting leads into customers. Superior communication skills, understanding of client needs and sales closing rates. Recognized for creativity and resourcefulness in meeting and exceeding sales, revenue, and profit goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Representative

Ignite Security
02.2025 - 04.2025
  • Sourcing potential clients
  • Door to door sales
  • Preparing quotes to sealing deals.
  • Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
  • Making sure installments is done in and to client satisfaction.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.

Mechanical Workshop Owner

Self-employeed
01.2018 - 12.2024
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.

Head Buyer

General Spring Center
01.2014 - 12.2017
  • Resolved supply chain issues swiftly through effective problem-solving techniques and leveraging established supplier relationships.
  • Increased efficiency in the procurement process by streamlining vendor negotiations and implementing cost-saving strategies.
  • Optimized inventory turnover rates by consistently analyzing market demand and adjusting purchasing decisions as needed.
  • Conducted regular market research to stay informed about industry trends, allowing for proactive adjustments to buying plans.

Preschool Teacher

Brakenjan Chreche
01.2010 - 12.2013
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.

Education

High School Diploma -

High School Alberton
Alberton, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Customer service

Sales development

Time management

Client service

Sales closing

Customer relationship building

Product and service knowledge

Product and service sales

Software

SAGE

Quick books

Timeline

Sales Representative

Ignite Security
02.2025 - 04.2025

Mechanical Workshop Owner

Self-employeed
01.2018 - 12.2024

Head Buyer

General Spring Center
01.2014 - 12.2017

Preschool Teacher

Brakenjan Chreche
01.2010 - 12.2013

High School Diploma -

High School Alberton
04.2001 -

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