Open To Work
Derick Smit
Caledon
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic business owner with a proven track record at B and D Cleaning Supplies, excelling in inventory management and customer service. Expert in financial reporting and budgeting, I foster strong supplier relationships and drive sales strategies, ensuring operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Committed to entrepreneurial leadership and achieving business growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
B and D cleaning supplies
Caledon
06.2023 - Current
- Managed daily operations of cleaning supplies business.
- Oversaw inventory management and restocking processes.
- Developed and maintained supplier relationships for product sourcing.
- Trained staff on customer service and product knowledge.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved complaints effectively.
- Kept records for production, inventory, income, and expenses.
- Oversaw daily operations of the business and provided guidance when needed.
- Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
- Monitored cash flow to ensure proper budgeting of resources.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
- Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.
Education
Overberg High School
Caledon, Western Cape04-2026
Skills
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Supplier relations
- Financial reporting
- Business administration
- Accounting management
- Cost control and budgeting
- Entrepreneurial leadership
- Sales strategics
- Sales planning
- Purchasing and planning
- Budget control
- Business planning
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Business Owner
B and D cleaning supplies
06.2023 - Current
Overberg High School