Johannes Pretorius
Jacobus
Vanderbijlpark
Summary
Dynamic store owner with a proven track record at Van's Building Material, excelling in customer relations and merchandise planning. Enhanced sales through innovative marketing strategies and optimized store layout design. Strong problem-solver and effective team leader, fostering a collaborative environment that drove employee engagement and improved operational efficiency.
Professional with strong background in retail management, poised to drive business success. Skilled in inventory control, customer engagement, and financial oversight, ensuring operational efficiency. Focused on team collaboration and adaptable to changing business needs, delivering consistent and measurable results. Known for strategic thinking, reliability, and passion for creating positive customer experience.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Owner
Van`s Building Material
01.2000 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing customer inquiries or concerns promptly.
- Adapted store operations to meet changing market conditions and customer needs while preserving overall business stability.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new product opportunities and ensure alignment with consumer preferences.
- Strengthened relationships with vendors to ensure reliable product deliveries while maintaining healthy business partnerships.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment to create an inviting shopping experience.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Mentored staff members in various aspects of retail operations, promoting professional development among team members.
- Increased store sales by implementing effective marketing strategies and attractive merchandise displays.
- Developed a loyal customer base with personalized assistance, attentive listening, and friendly interactions.
- Managed inventory levels for optimal stock availability, reducing excess stock and minimizing costs.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Improved store efficiency through proper staff scheduling, task delegation, and timely performance evaluations.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on store equipment to ensure operational efficiency and prevent costly repairs or replacements later on.
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate favorable pricing agreements and secure high-quality products for the store.
- Optimized product positioning within the store layout to increase visibility of key items resulting in higher sales conversions.
- Proactively addressed potential safety hazards within the store environment, maintaining a secure and compliant space for staff and customers.
- Cultivated a positive work culture that fostered teamwork, open communication, and continuous improvement among staff members.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Intervened when short staffed. Tasks like Forklift driver, Truck driver, deliveries and sales.
Workshop Manager
Du Plessis Sand
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering quality workmanship and meeting deadlines.
- Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
- Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
- Managed and led a team of technicians for optimal productivity and job satisfaction.
Technician
Mass Petroleum
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Aid with new Feul pump installations and upkeep.
Line Operater
ArcelorMittal
08.1997 - 08.2016
- Followed best manufacturing practices for operation of production equipment.
- Displayed strong problem-solving skills by identifying opportunities for process improvements, resulting in enhanced productivity or reduced waste.
- Prioritized workplace cleanliness, adhering to 5S principles and maintaining an organized workspace that contributed positively towards overall operation efficiency.
- Calibrated and adjusted equipment to achieve quality production.
- Loaded and unloaded product on and off conveyor line by routinely lifting up to 50 tons. By use of overhead cranes.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily production targets and consistently meet deadlines.
- Ensured a safe work environment by following all company policies and OSHA regulations, leading to fewer workplace accidents.
- Contributed to a positive company culture by actively participating in team meetings, providing constructive feedback, and fostering an environment of collaboration and mutual support.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate tracking of raw materials and finished goods for efficient resource allocation.
- Sustained consistent output levels even under high-pressure situations, contributing to overall plant productivity goals being met or exceeded regularly.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed to correct machine malfunctions.
- Followed job order for product specifications, dimensions, tolerances, and sequence of operations.
- Upheld strict documentation practices with attention-to-detail in completing required paperwork concerning product specifications, maintenance logs, and daily production reports.
- Communicated effectively with team members across departments for seamless coordination during shift transitions and critical operations updates.
- Supported quality control initiatives by providing detailed feedback on product defects.
- Increased production capacity by identifying and eliminating bottlenecks in manufacturing process.
- Collaborated with maintenance team to develop preventative maintenance schedules, reducing frequency of unexpected breakdowns.
- Assisted in development of training materials, improving onboarding process for new hires.
- Enhanced safety standards, conducting thorough training sessions for new operators.
- Increased overall productivity by training new employees on proper procedures, equipment usage, and safety protocols.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different lines or roles within the facility based on changing business needs or staffing requirements.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
Education
High School Diploma -
04.2001 -
Skills
Store operations
Merchandise planning
Employee scheduling
Local marketing
Point of sale systems
Store layout design
Small business operations
Customer relations
Client service
Staff management
Staff hiring
Sales oversight
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Multitasking
Decision-making
Self motivation
Sales management
outdoor enthusiast
Enjoy camping, fishing.
Timeline
Workshop Manager - Du Plessis Sand
03.2023 - 08.2024
Technician - Mass Petroleum
03.2023 - 08.2024
High Technical School Carel De Wet - High School Diploma,
04.2001 -
Store Owner - Van`s Building Material
01.2000 - Current
Line Operater - ArcelorMittal
08.1997 - 08.2016