Gavin Crawford

I am an astute ex business owner experienced in operations management, competitive analysis and financial management. As the owner of my retail business, I demonstrated success in growth and innovation. I am capable of capitalizing on new trends and technologies to boost business initiatives and reach sales objectives. I am a motivated business professional bringing 20 years of entrepreneurial experience as well as a previous 25-year career in sales. I regard myself as being dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. My owner/manager role enabled me to become well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members. I am creative and results-driven with a forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. I have a demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations. Having spent 20 years as a business owner with exceptional background spent in retail and business communications I have proved myself as a leader with engaging demeanor and success, working in the demanding retail environment. I have a talent for training and mentoring successful teams. As a collaborative leader with dedication I was able to partner with co-workers to promote an engaged, empowering work culture. The successful growth of my business is evidence of documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. I regard myself as a strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. I used my independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. as an encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver I have talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. I am proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. With dedication to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities I was able to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. I am a dedicated retail professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. The retail area has given me a skill in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance our organizational brand. I am a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level Data Capture and Proof-Reading position. I have strong English written and spoken skills. I would also do well at Transcription work and am ready to help a team achieve company goals. I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.

I received the English prizes whilst at High School.

In my 25 years as sole Sales Representative and subsequently Sales Manager for an independent manufacturer and supplier to the retail bakery trade I was instrumental in growing the company from a small concern to it's present multi-million rand turnover.

I then started a retail PostNet franchise which I grew to a sizeable turnover listed towards the upper end of the group turnover and have since sold it to retire with my wife to the Western Cape.