LOUKAS PROVATARIS
MANAGER/BUYER/SALES/MARKETER
UPINGTON
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Store Manager Trainee
AGRIMARK
12.2022 - Current
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly and professionally.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies through improved security measures like surveillance cameras installation or staff training programs on theft detection techniques.
- Recruited trained, and developed a high-performing team of retail associates committed to delivering exceptional service.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to develop store-wide promotions and marketing initiatives that drove customer traffic.
- Implemented innovative sales techniques that motivated employees to exceed individual quotas consistently.
- Managed financial aspects of the business including budgeting, payroll processing, expense tracking, and loss prevention efforts.
SALES EXECUTIVE
WALKERS MIDAS
1 2022 - 11.2022
- Delivered exceptional customer service, resulting in a high percentage of repeat business and client referrals.
- Analyzed sales data regularly to monitor progress towards goals and make necessary adjustments to strategy as needed.
- Streamlined sales process to improve efficiency, reduce cycle time, and close deals faster.
- Expanded market share with strategic territory planning and targeted prospecting.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers to improve product margins and competitiveness.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
TRADING CLERK
KAAP AGRI,KAL GROUP
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Direct financing, Large Amounts of Fuel Sales, Inventory Management, Consignment stock, Claims, Stock Ordering, Sales, Direct Sales, WKW/WRW, Credits, Quotations
LIQUOR STORE MANAGER
KAAP AGRI,KAL GROUP
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Banking, Day End, Inventory Management, Consignment stock, Claims, Stock Ordering, Sales, Stock Receiving, Client service
- Monitored industry trends to stay informed on emerging products and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.
- Oversaw cash handling procedures for accuracy, reducing discrepancies in daily reconciliations substantially over time.
- Managed store budget effectively to minimize expenses while maintaining adequate staffing levels and ensuring necessary resources were available for smooth operations.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal product availability while minimizing loss due to spoilage or theft.
AGRICULTURE CLERK
KAAP AGRI,KAL GROUP
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Client service, Sales, Inventory Management, Consignment stock, Storage Management, Admin, Senior over 12 Employees
SHOP ASSISTANT
KAAP AGRI,KAL GROUP
1 2017 - 1 2018
- Client service, Sales, Product advice and knowledge, Inventory Management, Marketing, V.V.W
Education
NSC NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATION -
HIGH SCHOOL DUINEVELD
01.2012 - 01.2016
FFH HEALTH AND SAFTY REPRESENTATIVE - undefined
01.2018 - 01.2021
B.A.S FIRST AID - undefined
01.2021 - 01.2021
CONFLICT MANAGEMENT - undefined
01.2023 - 01.2023
BUSSINESS ETHICS C1 - undefined
01.2023 - 01.2023
RISK MANAGEMENT - undefined
01.2023 - 01.2023
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION - undefined
01.2023 - 01.2023
Skills
COMMUNICATION
COMPUTER
MANAGEMENT
MARKETING
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
SALES DRIVEN
COST CONTROL
STOCK CONTROL
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
Certification
CERTIFICATION OF EXCELLENCE
Languages
ENGLISH
AFRIKAANS
References
References available on request
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: PORT ELIZABETH
- Date of Birth: 10/04/98
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: RSA
- Driving License: B
- Marital Status: Married
Additional Information
PYSYCHOMETRIC ASSESSMENT
ASSESSMENT DEVELOPMENT ASSES CO ASSESSMENT TRAINEE MANAGER (P10‑11)
ON GOING STUDIES
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT LEVEL 3 , BUSINESS MANAGEMENT LEVEL 4 , BUISINESS MANAGEMENT LEVEL 5
DIPLOMA IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND BUSINESS MANAGEMENT N4
Timeline
CONFLICT MANAGEMENT - undefined
01.2023 - 01.2023
BUSSINESS ETHICS C1 - undefined
01.2023 - 01.2023
RISK MANAGEMENT - undefined
01.2023 - 01.2023
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION - undefined
01.2023 - 01.2023
Store Manager Trainee
AGRIMARK
12.2022 - Current
B.A.S FIRST AID - undefined
01.2021 - 01.2021
TRADING CLERK
KAAP AGRI,KAL GROUP
01.2020 - 01.2022
LIQUOR STORE MANAGER
KAAP AGRI,KAL GROUP
01.2019 - 01.2020
AGRICULTURE CLERK
KAAP AGRI,KAL GROUP
01.2018 - 01.2019
FFH HEALTH AND SAFTY REPRESENTATIVE - undefined
01.2018 - 01.2021
NSC NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATION -
HIGH SCHOOL DUINEVELD
01.2012 - 01.2016
SALES EXECUTIVE
WALKERS MIDAS
1 2022 - 11.2022
SHOP ASSISTANT
KAAP AGRI,KAL GROUP
1 2017 - 1 2018
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