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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Additional Information
Software
Interests
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COLE PERRYMAN

COLE PERRYMAN

External Sales Consultant
Durban

Summary

Dynamic Sales Representative with a proven track record of driving revenue growth in both business-to-business and business-to-consumer environments across diverse industries. Recognized for consistently surpassing sales targets, expanding market territories, and enhancing customer relationships to ensure long-term success. Expertise in managing daily operations while fostering a collaborative team atmosphere that promotes continuous learning and development. Strong administrative, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills contribute to achieving organizational objectives and collective success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

External Sales Consultant

Eezi Move
Waterfall
09.2023 - Current
  • Generate new business through outbound sales calls and follow-up on leads
  • Prepare accurate quotations tailored to customer moving requirements
  • Convert inquiries into confirmed bookings through effective negotiation
  • Coordinate with operations to ensure smooth service delivery
  • Track payments and manage client accounts to ensure financial accuracy
  • Conduct competitor research to maintain competitive pricing strategies
  • Maintain strong client relationships resulting in repeat business and referrals
  • Consistently work toward exceeding monthly sales targets in a commission-driven environment
  • Advised clients on appropriate product selections based on their unique needs, ensuring optimal satisfaction levels upon purchase.
  • Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
  • Responded to telephone and in-person requests for information.
  • Developed long-lasting client relationships by consistently exceeding expectations with exceptional service.
  • Followed up with existing customers to provide additional support and address concerns.
  • Streamlined sales processes to improve efficiency, leading to quicker deal closings and increased productivity.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by supporting fellow Sales Consultants in achieving their individual goals and targets.

Warehouse Supervisor

Karcher
Pinetown
07.2018 - 08.2023

Sales & Customer-Focused Contributions:

  • Assisted sales representatives by processing invoices and customer orders
  • Engaged directly with customers regarding stock availability and ETAs
  • Supported showroom sales when representatives were unavailable
  • Helped reduce delays by improving communication between warehouse and sales teams

Operational Leadership:

  • Managed full stock takes, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliation
  • Generated stock and back-order reports for management
  • Coordinated local and international courier logistics
  • Reduced stock discrepancies through improved monitoring processes
  • Trained staff on systems and warehouse processes
  • Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
  • Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
  • Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 100 packages per day.

Sales & Warehouse Control

Karcher
Pinetown
11.2017 - 07.2018
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

IT Support Engineer

Thusa
Durban
07.2017 - 09.2017
  • Call out’s
  • Improved IT system performance by implementing proactive maintenance processes and timely upgrades.
  • Fixing Server issues
  • Scanned for system breaches in customers servers
  • Worked on new installations of systems on site
  • Set up new computers
  • Information recovery of crashed computers
  • Installed, configured, tested and maintained operating systems, application software, and system management tools.

Store Controller

Just Refrigeration
Pinetown
05.2015 - 06.2017
  • Managed inventory and stock ordering for production
  • Controlled goods receiving and supplier coordination
  • Ensured production line continuity by monitoring stock levels and ETAs
  • Supervised warehouse staff and stock issuing procedures
  • Maintained accurate SAP records and reporting
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams for seamless execution of inventory-related projects, leading to improved efficiency.
  • Enhanced inventory management by implementing efficient tracking systems and storage organization.
  • Assisted in budget planning by providing accurate forecasts of inventory costs based on historical trends and future projections.
  • Optimized warehouse space utilization by analyzing product movement patterns and adjusting storage layouts accordingly.
  • Achieved higher inventory turnover rates by monitoring slow-moving items and initiating targeted promotions or markdowns.

Education

No Degree - 10 Courses

Academy of Advanced Tech
Durban, South Africa
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Glenwood Highschool
Durban, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

IT (SAP Proficient)

Logistics

Attention To Detail

Adaptability

Team Player

Problem- Solving Skills

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved 0% variance with stock takes for 3 years in a row.
  • Managed 100 opportunities per month.
  • Supervised team of 6 staff members.
  • Achieved the highest single sale in the company's history.

Additional Information

Additional contact number 0648603297

Software

Microsoft Office

SAP Business One

SAP Enterprise

AutoCad

Interests

Mountain Biking

Self Improvement Books

Camping

Timeline

External Sales Consultant

Eezi Move
09.2023 - Current

Warehouse Supervisor

Karcher
07.2018 - 08.2023

Sales & Warehouse Control

Karcher
11.2017 - 07.2018

IT Support Engineer

Thusa
07.2017 - 09.2017

Store Controller

Just Refrigeration
05.2015 - 06.2017

No Degree - 10 Courses

Academy of Advanced Tech
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Glenwood Highschool
04.2001 -
COLE PERRYMANExternal Sales Consultant