Eduard Alexander Ross
Accounts & Marketing Manager
Somerset West
Summary
PERSONAL PROFILE I see myself as a hard-working person. I am an extrovert and like working with people. I have perseverance and do not easily give up. Given the opportunity to prove myself, I will go to any length to succeed. I am a fast learner and enjoy challenges. I love working with people, support them where possible and encourage them where necessary.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Accounts- and Marketing Manager
Marius de Villiers
Stellenbosch
10.2017 - Current
- Business: ViewProtect Security & Bark Alarms
- Phone number: 021 883, Sales, Marketing, operations manager, social media, videos & graphics
- Training and managing of new clients & agents
- Managing of certified installers and sellers of ViewProtect products (to view my marketing material, please visit www.viewprotect.co.za .and its Facebook page) (as well as www.barkalarms.co.za)
- Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
- Utilized market trends and target audience statistics to effectively and appropriately market products.
- Managed workflow between staff, coordinating documents, planning, and creative material distribution.
Owner
The Paddy Straw Pty Ltd
Somerset West
12.2019 - 01.2023
- Registration of business
- Start-up new business, Develop new brand, source new clients service customers & marketing.
Director
Marius de Villiers
10.2017 - Current
- Name of Business: TBASA (NPO)
- Phone number: 021 883 3551
Managing Director
Facebook
01.2019 - 12.2022
- NINA – National Independent Nurses Association (NPO, Setup of the NPO
- Register and listing of NPO
- Listing and managing of new members
- Sourcing partners and sponsors, assist with job placements
- Managing the day-to-day social media (To view my marketing material, please visit www.nina.co.za, NINA, page, www.viewprotect.co.za and ViewProtect Facebook page)
Managing Director
Klaradyn Bakkery
04.2013 - 09.2017
- Reason for Leaving: Business was sold.
- Started the business from the ground up into a growing and profitable business.
- Serviced major chain supermarkets
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Negotiated new annual contracts and service agreements with vendors to achieve prime pricing.
- Spearheaded successful business development initiatives aligned with company's strategy and core competencies.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Devised and implemented innovative and marketing campaigns to promote products and services.
Sales Representative
Paramount Roofing
Somerset West
07.2010 - 03.2013
- Created professional sales presentations and seminars to effectively demonstrate product features and competitive advantages.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
- Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
Restaurant Manager
Panarottis Somerset Mall
04.2008 - 06.2010
- Reason for Leaving: Better career opportunities.
Manager
DCM
03.2007 - 03.2008
- Reason for Leaving: Better career opportunities.
Branch Manager
Kiddie Meringues, Meringue
02.2004 - 02.2007
- Reason for Leaving: Better career opportunities.
Manager
Prairie Hawk Spur
Johannesburg
06.2003 - 12.2004
- Reason for Leaving: Relocated to Cape Town
Prepress operator
Blue Rock Media, Surfside Warf
07.2002 - 01.2003
Assistant Manager
Period, School
12.1999 - 01.2001
- Reason for Leaving: Started with my matric year and needed to focus on school work.
Education
Grade 12 -
Hottentots-Holland High School
Diploma - undefined
Shaw Academy
Professional diploma - digital marketing
Skills
Driver’s licenseCode B
Availability: One months notice
Computer skillsWordExcel (basic)Pastel (invoicing)Sage AccountingPilot Point of sale (Full)OutlookSocial mediaCorelDrawCanvaWordPressGoogle AdsTimeline
Owner
The Paddy Straw Pty Ltd
12.2019 - 01.2023
Managing Director
Facebook
01.2019 - 12.2022
Accounts- and Marketing Manager
Marius de Villiers
10.2017 - Current
Director
Marius de Villiers
10.2017 - Current
Managing Director
Klaradyn Bakkery
04.2013 - 09.2017
Sales Representative
Paramount Roofing
07.2010 - 03.2013
Restaurant Manager
Panarottis Somerset Mall
04.2008 - 06.2010
Manager
DCM
03.2007 - 03.2008
Branch Manager
Kiddie Meringues, Meringue
02.2004 - 02.2007
Manager
Prairie Hawk Spur
06.2003 - 12.2004
Prepress operator
Blue Rock Media, Surfside Warf
07.2002 - 01.2003
Assistant Manager
Period, School
12.1999 - 01.2001
Grade 12 -
Hottentots-Holland High School
Diploma - undefined
Shaw Academy