Donald Ruiters
Driver
Bloemfontein
Summary
Punctual Driver with unprecedented talents in truck operations, loading and unloading and route coordination. Experience in operating and driving various trucks to transport goods and materials. Committed to ensuring delivery within specified timeframes. Safety-focused individual possessing outstanding driving record. Proactive, reliable and dedicated to cost-effective transportation of goods and materials. Excellent record of punctuality and work ethic. Hardworking Driver with expertise providing excellent transportation services. Engaging and pleasant personality with safe and accident-free driving record. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning new skills field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Transportation professional dedicated to delivering packages on time and in perfect condition. Offering excellent interpersonal and time management skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Driver, Warehouse Orders
Magapaints Ltd
Bloemfontein
03.2022 - Current
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads, and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Obtained signatures from customers upon delivery of goods.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
Store Manager
SA Truck Bodies
Bloemfontein
03.2015 - 08.2015
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Assistant Sales Manager
LEVI'S Store Loch Logan
Bloemfontein
08.2013 - 10.2014
- Demonstrated exemplary customer service by engaging clients on sales floor.
- Assisted sales team with completing customer transactions and managing issues.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Trained new associates in successful sales and performance strategies.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures by counting drawers and managing security.
- Directed sales support staff in administrative tasks to help sales reps close deals.
- Strengthened performance by applying excellent program and project leadership skills.
- Liaised between customers and product development team to recommend product improvements.
- Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
- Evaluated costs against expected market price points and set structures to achieve profit targets.
- Generated sales report to help upper management make effective decisions and sales plans.
- Managed and developed sales team.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Communicated product quality and market comparisons by creating sales presentations.
Education
Grade 11 - English, Afrikaans, Life Oriantation, Business Economics, History, Mathematics, Tcnology
Heatherdale Secondary School
Bloemfontein, FS 01.2004 - 12.2008
Skills
City and non-city driving
undefinedRefferences
Megapaints
Manager : Wilmien
Contact : 084 629 8350
SA Truck Bodies
Manager : Shamain Saula
Contact : 073 219 2884
LEVI'S STORE
Manager : Verina Vermeulen
Contact : 072 55 49159
Timeline
Driver, Warehouse Orders
Magapaints Ltd
03.2022 - Current
Store Manager
SA Truck Bodies
03.2015 - 08.2015
Assistant Sales Manager
LEVI'S Store Loch Logan
08.2013 - 10.2014
Grade 11 - English, Afrikaans, Life Oriantation, Business Economics, History, Mathematics, Tcnology
Heatherdale Secondary School
01.2004 - 12.2008
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