Jason Antonio Fernandes
Marketing / Sales / Research & Communications Specialist
Johannesburg, Winchester Hills, 13 Mountain View
Summary
Garnering more than six years’ experience in marketing management and varying customer services - I value a challenging and interactive workspace. Utilizing a multi-talented marketing plethora to deliver the best performance standards in both traditional and digital marketing strategies. Exceptional knowledge of local and international market conditions, admin, communications and information technology. As a flexible team player, I aim at constant growth for myself and the company.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Asset Management Specialist (Hardware & Software)
City of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, Braamfontein, JD House
09.2021 - Current
- Development and maintenance of the strategic and annual asset management plans aligned with departmental strategy and budget, and in consultation with public works.
- Development and maintenance of asset registers, including acquisitions, maintenance management, transfers, and valuations.
- Developing, executing, and monitoring asset needs assessment, acquisition management, operational and disposal plans.
- Plan and execute the asset verification, investigation, and report on variances to resolve and update the asset register.
- Basic Accounting Systems (BAS) utilized to capture accounting transactions, control the general ledger, perform financial admin, and prepare financial reports.
- Utilized LOGIS for provisioning, procurement, stock control and reporting. (SAP Finance)
- Spatial plans updated, for example, renewals and enhancements.
- Software management - ad-hoc duties for software procurement and deployment. Handling of admin rights, access and security via Microsoft Admin portals: Teams, Azure, Service Manager Console.
- Safeguarding & reconciliation of assets.
Sales Representative
Toys ‘R’ Us
Johannesburg, the Glen Shopping Mall
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Stock taking − Warehousing (physical products)
- In-store promoting of upcoming deals.
- Successfully reached monthly sales target (December & January)
- Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Assisted in product placement and visual merchandising, maintaining attractive and inviting appearance.
Financial Sales Consultant
Silverline Investments (Stock Market College)
Johannesburg (remote)
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Generating leads & booking appointments.
- Presentations (product package) F2F.
- Client enrollment, follow-up support and customer services.
- Identifying and regenerating further references.
- Prepared contracts and related documentation according to strict standards.
Mechanic Assistant
Star Gearbox (Family business)
Johannesburg South
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Coordinated ready access to tools and parts needed for repair and maintenance activities.
- Conducted routine oil changes, tire rotations, fluid replacements and bulb changes, gearbox mounting (automatic and manual motors)
- Promoted shop safety by cleaning work areas and removing hazardous materials.
- Maintained customer and vehicle records, working with both hard-copy service records and computerized data.
- Disassembled broken, defective and worn out equipment to aid with repairs / replacements.
Sales Representative
Toys R' Us
Johannesburg, the Glen Shopping Mall
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Stock taking − Warehousing (physical products)
- Client satisfaction with expertise and presentation
- Successfully reached monthly sales target (November & December)
- Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Served as liaison for company, clients and referred prospects regarding inquiries, issues, order management, post-sales follow-up and customer relations.
Mechanic Assistant
Star Gearbox (Family business)
Johannesburg South
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Coordinated ready access to tools and parts needed for repair and maintenance activities.
- Gearbox mounting of automatic and manual motors, routine oil changes, tire rotations, fluid replacements and bulb changes.
- Maintained customer and vehicle records, working with both hard-copy service records and computerized data.
- Disassembled broken, defective and worn out equipment to aid with repairs and replacements.
Bank Teller
BankSETA learnership Nedbank
Johannesburg, Sandton City Mall
03.2018 - 12.2018
- Conducting basic numeric calculations to facilitate and interpret financial data accurately and appropriately.
- Processing and issuing of bank statements, documents. Monetary transfers, logging cashier's checks and other transactions to maintain accurate account records.
- Financial advisory, educating customers on use of banking website and mobile apps.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges and interest rates.
- Removed mutilated currency from circulation.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Identified sales opportunities and referred customers to branch partners in financial services.
Sales Representative
Reggies
Johannesburg, the Glen Shopping Mall
09.2015 - 12.2015
- Created professional sales presentations and seminars to effectively demonstrate product features and competitive advantages.
- Met with existing customers to assist with assembling of outdoor items and recommended optimal solutions.
- Boosted brand awareness, implemented promotional campaigns and employed sales tactics as part of territory development.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
- Assisted in product placement and visual merchandising, maintaining attractive and inviting appearance.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
Telemarketer
Market Trader
Johannesburg, Marshalltown
03.2015 - 06.2015
- Completed daily cold calling and outreach to build sales pipeline and lead generation.
- Handled high-volume telemarketing operations with expert use of client management software and computer dialing.
- Delivered company scripted sales pitch to potential customers, adjusting pitch to meet needs of specific individuals and businesses.
- Software packages for trading platforms (Forex & Fire Fox)
- Transferring ‘HOT’ sales to supervisor / team leader.
Education
National Diploma NQF6 - Marketing Management
Boland College (Stellenbosch Campus)
Stellenbosch, Cape Town 01.2016 - 07.2017
E-Marketing Short Course - Digital Marketing
Boland College (Stellenbosch Campus)
Stellenbosch, Cape Town 07.2017 - 08.2017
Google Workshop Certificate - Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
Google Workshop
Virtual Class (Google Workshop Platform) 02.2022 - 02.2022
Alison Empower Yourself Certificate - Customer Service
Alison.com
Virtual Class 05.2022 - 05.2022
Alison Empower Yourself Certificate - Sales Prospecting & Lead Generation
Alison.com
Virtual Class 06.2022 - 06.2022
Alison Empower Yourself Certificate - Retail Management - Merchandising, Distribution
Alison.com
Virtual Class 07.2022 - 07.2022
LinkedIn Microsoft Certificate/Badge - MS Outlook & MS Project
LinkedIn Learning
Virtual Class 07.2022 - 08.2022
Simplilearn Certificate - Advanced Search Engine Optimization
Simplilearn.com
Virtual Class 09.2022 - 10.2022
Microsoft Certificate - Microsoft SC-900 (Security, Compliance & Identity)
NetCampus
Randburg, Johannesburg 10.2022 - 10.2022
SAP R3 Finance (CP1) Client 500 Qualification - ERP SS_FI_AA_001/6 - Asset Master Data & Reporting
City of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, Braamfontein 06.2022 - 09.2022
Skills
General marketing
Entrepreneurial skills
Analytical ReadingInter/extra personal communication skillsComputer Skills (Office Suite)
Microsoft Teams setup and services
Handling of client enquiries & informationAdaptability & Strategic PlanningTeam leadershipDigital MarketingSEM & SEOStrategic negotiation / bargaining skillsPublic speaking & PresentationsSocial media expertise
Hardware Asset Management
Inventory management specialist
Analytics and SEO
Customer demographics
Product Marketing
Administrative office operations
Microsoft O365 Administration
Sales forecasting
License Code
Code B Drivers License - 41690000BS4C
References
- Nezisa Mphakathi
(Head Manager GICT Asset Management)
City of Johannesburg
Contact: 071 442 6619 OR
Vusi Mulaudzi: 083 702 7131
- Paulina Molefe
(Branch Manager)
Toys R' Us, The Glen
Contact: 073 280 6364 OR Gladys: 073 559 4460
-Steve Masilo
(Branch Manager)
Nedbank, Sandton City
Contact: 076 154 4313
-Sameer Syed
(Team Leader)
Market Trader
Contact: 061 463 5070
Timeline
Microsoft Certificate - Microsoft SC-900 (Security, Compliance & Identity)
NetCampus
10.2022 - 10.2022
Simplilearn Certificate - Advanced Search Engine Optimization
Simplilearn.com
09.2022 - 10.2022
Alison Empower Yourself Certificate - Retail Management - Merchandising, Distribution
Alison.com
07.2022 - 07.2022
LinkedIn Microsoft Certificate/Badge - MS Outlook & MS Project
LinkedIn Learning
07.2022 - 08.2022
Alison Empower Yourself Certificate - Sales Prospecting & Lead Generation
Alison.com
06.2022 - 06.2022
SAP R3 Finance (CP1) Client 500 Qualification - ERP SS_FI_AA_001/6 - Asset Master Data & Reporting
City of Johannesburg
06.2022 - 09.2022
Alison Empower Yourself Certificate - Customer Service
Alison.com
05.2022 - 05.2022
Google Workshop Certificate - Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
Google Workshop
02.2022 - 02.2022
Asset Management Specialist (Hardware & Software)
City of Johannesburg
09.2021 - Current
Sales Representative
Toys ‘R’ Us
11.2020 - 01.2021
Financial Sales Consultant
Silverline Investments (Stock Market College)
08.2020 - 11.2020
Mechanic Assistant
Star Gearbox (Family business)
01.2020 - 07.2020
Sales Representative
Toys R' Us
10.2019 - 12.2019
Mechanic Assistant
Star Gearbox (Family business)
01.2019 - 08.2019
Bank Teller
BankSETA learnership Nedbank
03.2018 - 12.2018
E-Marketing Short Course - Digital Marketing
Boland College (Stellenbosch Campus)
07.2017 - 08.2017
National Diploma NQF6 - Marketing Management
Boland College (Stellenbosch Campus)
01.2016 - 07.2017
Sales Representative
Reggies
09.2015 - 12.2015
Telemarketer
Market Trader
03.2015 - 06.2015