GIFT MUVA SOKO
CHANCLIFF
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with extensive experience at GICO Distribution Centre, excelling in fleet management and stock control. Proficient in Microsoft Office and skilled in team supervision, fostering strong customer relations. Proven ability to enhance efficiency and drive results, leveraging a forklift license and First Aid certification to ensure safety and productivity. Dedicated Assistant with established interpersonal skills and eagerness to support team members. Intricate understanding of productivity software and physical office assets. Resourceful interpersonal communications skills lends well to streamlining behind-the-scenes operations.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR ASSISTANT OPERATIONS MANAGER
GICO DISTRIBUTION CENTRE
CHANCLIFF
03.2011 - Current
- Coordinated fleet operations to ensure timely deliveries and optimal resource utilization
- Scheduling all truck routes
- Processed back orders to maintain inventory accuracy and enhance customer satisfaction
- Conducted regular stock taking
- Compiling all reports for the warehouse
- Issuing loading and offloading instructions in the stores.
- Implemented disciplinary actions
STORES SUPERVISOR
SPAR DISTRIBUTION CENTRE
01.2002 - 12.2010
- Executed inventory counts to confirm stock levels and support operational decisions
- Managed back orders and produced stock reports to maintain inventory accuracy
- Supervised team members to enhance performance and accountability
- Stock movements by butchers
- Loading and offloading of trucks
- Truck fueling and system tracking
- Customer analysis and relations
- (FMCG)
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
OCEANA GROUP
04.2002 - 12.2002
- Supervised floor team in warehouse to ensure efficient operations and safety compliance.
- Operated forklift for stacking and loading trucks, optimizing space utilization.
- Managed back order processing to ensure timely fulfillment.
- Managed customer relations to address inquiries and enhance service satisfaction.
- Stock reconciliation and variations.
- Stock takings
- Performed housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness and organization.
- GRV & GIV Captured in the system
- (Commercial Cold Storage)
SENIOR SALES REPRESENTATIVE
COWBELL INTERNATIONAL INC
01.2001 - 12.2002
- Managed regional sales team operations to drive performance.
- Developed promotional campaigns to increase product visibility and sales.
- Maintained competitive pricing strategy to enhance market position.
- Oversaw budget allocation for sales and promotions.
- Delivered comprehensive reports and actionable feedback to management.
- Recommending all credit approvals for new customers
- Led recruitment efforts for new staff and acquired necessary company assets.
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
COWBELL INTERNATIONAL INC
01.1998 - 12.2001
- Implemented targeted sales techniques to enhance customer engagement
- Developed market entry strategies to expand customer base
- Identified competitors and managed funds to optimize market positioning
- Processed customer orders accurately and efficiently
- Merchandising stock and pricing of the products
Accounts Supervisor
COMMERCIAL BANK (STANDARD BANK AT PRESENT)
01.1998 - 12.1998
- Authorized farm input loans, facilitating operational funding for agricultural projects.
- Reconciled ledger accounts and loans, ensuring accurate financial records and compliance.
- Communicated with defaulters to resolve account delinquencies and improve collection rates.
- Monitoring the daily operations of staff accounts
Accounts Department
COMMERCIAL BANK (STANDARD BANK AT PRESENT)
01.1995 - 12.1995
- Reconciled suspense accounts to ensure accurate financial records
- Facilitated certified bank cheque services for clients to streamline transactions
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of auto teller area to enhance client experience
Bank Clerk
COMMERCIAL BANK (STANDARD BANK AT PRESENT)
01.1994 - 12.1994
- Opened new accounts for clients to access banking services.
- Issued and updated pass books to ensure client access to banking services.
- Issued cheque books and reconciled general accounts to maintain financial accuracy.
- Captured data for accurate record-keeping.
Education
Diploma - Business Studies
The Polytechnic University
01-1994
Senior Certificate - O’ Levels
01-1993
Skills
- Good in computer software such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint etc)
- Code 10 drivers license which is a C1 with a PDP (public drivers permit) and First Aid certification
- Forklift license for small machines and big ones for stacking
Personal Information
- Title: SENIOR ASSISTANT WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
- Date of Birth: 11/06/73
- Gender: MALE
- Nationality: SOUTH AFRICAN
- Marital Status: MARRIED
Languages
- ZULU
- ENGLISH
Other Information
7311065962080
Timeline
SENIOR ASSISTANT OPERATIONS MANAGER
GICO DISTRIBUTION CENTRE
03.2011 - Current
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
OCEANA GROUP
04.2002 - 12.2002
STORES SUPERVISOR
SPAR DISTRIBUTION CENTRE
01.2002 - 12.2010
SENIOR SALES REPRESENTATIVE
COWBELL INTERNATIONAL INC
01.2001 - 12.2002
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
COWBELL INTERNATIONAL INC
01.1998 - 12.2001
Accounts Supervisor
COMMERCIAL BANK (STANDARD BANK AT PRESENT)
01.1998 - 12.1998
Accounts Department
COMMERCIAL BANK (STANDARD BANK AT PRESENT)
01.1995 - 12.1995
Bank Clerk
COMMERCIAL BANK (STANDARD BANK AT PRESENT)
01.1994 - 12.1994
Diploma - Business Studies
The Polytechnic University