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Lambert Fourie

Vaalpark
Lambert  Fourie

Summary

Motivated business professional bringing 8+ years of entrepreneurial experience in various fields. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations, customer relations, and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.

Good at solving problems and quick thinking.

I am also a Christian.

Overview

9
years of professional experience
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Redlex Construction

Construction Junior Manager
01.2015 - 12.2015

Job overview

  • Reported project results to senior project manager.
  • Optimized inventory control processes, minimizing stock discrepancies and maximizing cost savings.
  • Established efficient workflows within the team by utilizing task delegation techniques based on individual strengths and skills.
  • Resolved customer complaints swiftly and professionally, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Monitored project progress to keep tasks on track and meet deadlines.

Brew Coffee Stop

Team Leader
01.2016 - 08.2016

Job overview

  • Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.

Aura Bean (Pty) Ltd.

Business Owner
01.2017 - Current

Job overview

  • Certified coffee roaster with SCA.
  • Certified barista with SCA
  • Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Delivered exceptional results under tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks effectively and delegating responsibilities appropriately.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Enhanced company profitability by reducing overhead costs and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
  • Boosted revenue by identifying new business opportunities and diversifying product offerings.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business and client related projects.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and regularly updating staff on industry best practices.
  • Developed a high-performing team through effective recruitment, training, and performance management.
  • Assessed damaged materials and notified maintenance personnel of needed repairs.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.

White Owl Graphic & Design

Online Business Owner
01.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Created websites for client's in North America and Europe as well as in South Africa
  • Optimized product listings with eye-catching images and persuasive descriptions, increasing conversion rates.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resolving issues promptly and fostering long-term client loyalty.
  • Implemented effective time management practices that allowed timely completion of tasks without compromising work quality.

Education

SHS High School
Sasolburg

High School Diploma
01.2014 - 12.2014

University Overview

Matriculated with diploma

Specialty Coffee Association
Johannesburg

Roasting Intermediate Certified from Coffee Roasting And Chemical Reactions
08.2021

University Overview

Roasting process, including roast cycle, roast levels, identifying defects, the physical changes that beans undergo during the roasting process, as well as workspace management and lean production.


Physical and chemical changes as well as basic thermodynamics and heat transfer that occurs during the roast.

Specialty Coffee Association
Bloemfontein

Intermediate Barista Certified from Barista
09.2019

University Overview

Grinder calibration, espresso extraction analysis, latte art skills and drinks construction.

Espresso extraction percentage value in relation to industry standards.

Skills

  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • Product sourcing
  • Website Management
  • E-commerce management
  • Customer Service
  • Attention to Detail
  • Driven and Determined
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Customer Relations
  • Entrepreneurial personality
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Employee Training
  • Cost Control and Budgeting
  • Strategic Planning
  • Issue Resolution
  • Quality Assurance
  • Project Management
  • Performance Improvement
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Cost analysis and savings
  • Sales expertise
  • Computer Literacy
  • Website Design
  • Coffee expertise
  • Barista mentoring
  • Expert coffee roasting
  • Consulting in coffee industry

Timeline

Online Business Owner

White Owl Graphic & Design
01.2018 - Current

Business Owner

Aura Bean (Pty) Ltd.
01.2017 - Current

Team Leader

Brew Coffee Stop
01.2016 - 08.2016

Construction Junior Manager

Redlex Construction
01.2015 - 12.2015

SHS High School

High School Diploma
01.2014 - 12.2014

Specialty Coffee Association

Roasting Intermediate Certified from Coffee Roasting And Chemical Reactions

Specialty Coffee Association

Intermediate Barista Certified from Barista
Lambert Fourie