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Education
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Software
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Karabo Love Mpofu

Karabo Love Mpofu

Parts Sales Person
Middelburg

Summary

Dynamic Parts Sales Representative with extensive product knowledge and a goal-oriented mindset, honed at Barloworld Equipment. Proven track record in expediting order processing and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving and teamwork. Skilled in supply chain coordination, ensuring timely fulfillment of customer needs while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Professional sales expert with extensive experience in parts and components, ready to deliver exceptional service and support. Known for results-driven approach, consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations. Collaborative team player who adapts quickly to changing demands, showcasing skills in product knowledge and customer relationship management.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Parts Sales Representative

Barloworld Equipment
06.2023 - Current
  • Assisted customers in finding appropriate parts promptly.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting a positive shopping experience for customers.
  • Ordered parts from various distributors to fulfill demands.
  • Conducted cash handling, credit card transactions, and register closeout at end of business day.
  • Maintained extensive understanding of common problems and methods for repair.
  • Identified specific replacement parts to meet customers' needs, making accurate suggestions with confidence.
  • Reduced wait times for customers by expediting order processing and delivery schedules.
  • Provided exceptional customer service through active listening, empathizing with issues, and offering effective solutions promptly.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to continuously improve product knowledge and sales skills for better performance results.
  • Greeted customers via telephone and in person to answer questions, resolve concerns, and complete sales.

Parts Counter Sales Person

Bell Equipment
09.2021 - 05.2023
  • Completed sales and service documentation for customer and business records and provided receipts of purchase.
  • Mitigated financial discrepancies by managing inventory, damaged goods and backorders.
  • Ordered parts for customers, repair shops and mining customers for use in earthmoving equipment.
  • Managed returns and exchanges effectively, resolving customer issues promptly and professionally.
  • Assisted management with forecasting future inventory needs based on historical sales data.

Parts Storeman

Bell Equipment
07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Maintained a clean and clutter-free warehouse, ensuring easy access to products and adherence to safety guidelines.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to workplace health and safety standards, conducting regular inspections, and reporting hazards immediately.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively by conducting regular stocktakes and updating the tracking system accordingly.
  • Supported customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues related to orders, deliveries, or products.
  • Ensured timely order fulfillment through accurate picking, packing, and dispatching of goods as per customer requirements.

Parts Trainee

Bell Equipment
04.2017 - 06.2019
  • Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
  • Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.
  • Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
  • Supported departmental tasks to increase understanding of industry processes.
  • Interacted with customers under supervision to support operational objectives.

Education

No Degree - Automotive Repair And Maintanance

Mpumalanga Regional Training Trust
Witbank
04.2001 -

No Degree - Automotive Repair And Maintanance

Mpumalanga Reginal Training Trust
Witbank
04.2001 -

No Degree - Grade 12

Eastdene Combined School
Middelburg
04.2001 -

Skills

Teamwork orientation

Supply chain coordination

Product knowledge expertise

Pricing strategy

Customer needs assessment

Goal-oriented mindset

Technical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Software

SAP Client 100

Microsoft office

Parts Manuals

Timeline

Parts Sales Representative

Barloworld Equipment
06.2023 - Current

Parts Counter Sales Person

Bell Equipment
09.2021 - 05.2023

Parts Storeman

Bell Equipment
07.2019 - 08.2021

Parts Trainee

Bell Equipment
04.2017 - 06.2019

No Degree - Automotive Repair And Maintanance

Mpumalanga Regional Training Trust
04.2001 -

No Degree - Automotive Repair And Maintanance

Mpumalanga Reginal Training Trust
04.2001 -

No Degree - Grade 12

Eastdene Combined School
04.2001 -
Karabo Love MpofuParts Sales Person