LOURENS BADENHORST
GAUTENG
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Network and Security Administrator
Jarvis Products
Germiston
01.2020 - Current
- Monitored network performance to detect potential problems in a timely manner.
- Configured and maintained routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and other network devices.
- Implemented security policies to protect systems from unauthorized access.
- Performed regular vulnerability scanning on all servers and workstations.
- Installed and configured anti-virus software for desktop computers and servers.
- Developed procedures for disaster recovery of the company's networks and systems.
- Maintained user accounts and profiles by adding or deleting users as needed.
- Provided technical support for end-users experiencing issues with their hardware or software applications.
- Researched new technologies related to networking and security solutions.
- Coordinated communication between internal teams regarding changes within the network environment.
- Participated in risk assessment activities including identification of vulnerabilities and threat analysis.
- Provided guidance on implementation of new technologies into existing infrastructure.
- Performed data backups and disaster recovery operations.
- Installed security software to protect networks.
Technical Buyer
Jarvis Products
Germiston
03.2016 - Current
- Reviewed purchasing needs and developed cost-effective purchasing strategies.
- Analyzed supplier performance to ensure quality standards were met.
- Negotiated pricing, delivery terms and payment terms with suppliers.
- Developed relationships with new and existing suppliers to identify cost savings opportunities.
- Generated purchase orders in accordance with approved requests.
- Managed inventory levels of purchased materials and supplies.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods by monitoring shipment progress.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing purchasing activities.
Export Sales Executive
Jarvis Products
Germiston
03.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with logistics providers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Prepared detailed reports on export sales performance.
- Ensured compliance with relevant export regulations and laws.
- Provided technical support and training to overseas customers.
- Generated quotations for prospective clients according to their requirements.
- Reviewed import-export documents prior to shipment of goods.
- Made appointments with potential clients to discuss products.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
Internal Sales Representative
Jarvis Products
Germiston
08.2013 - 02.2016
- Developed and maintained customer relationships through regular contact and follow-up.
- Provided product advice to customers based on their needs and preferences.
- Performed market research to identify potential sales opportunities.
- Conducted outbound calls to introduce products and services and generate sales leads.
- Generated quotations, processed orders, and followed up with customers for timely delivery of goods.
- Prepared weekly and monthly reports on sales performance for management review.
Assistant Store Manager
NWK
Petit (Benoni)
01.2011 - 07.2013
- Management of all operational functions within the Store
- Staff Management and Control Financial Management Stock Control Procurement Customer Relations Sales Management
- Developed strategies for increasing store profitability by analyzing financial data and implementing cost-saving measures.
Assistant Admin Manager
NWK
Head Office
10.2009 - 12.2010
- Personnel Management Financial Management Administrative Management Recruitment
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
Assistant Store Manager
NWK
Buhrmannsdrift
04.2009 - 09.2009
- Staff Management and Control Financial Management Stock Control Procurement Customer Relations Sales Management
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
- Developed strategies for increasing store profitability by analyzing financial data and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Supervised a team of employees and provided ongoing training to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner and addressed any issues that may arise during store hours.
Floor and Sales Manager
NWK
Biesiesvlei
06.2008 - 03.2009
- Floor and Shelf Management Stock Control, Ordering and Management Customer Relations Sales
- Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
Administrative Clerk
NWK
Biesiesvlei
11.2006 - 05.2008
- Stock and Stock Level Control Petty Cash Cash-ups and Banking
- Managed daily office operations, including scheduling appointments and managing incoming calls.
- Organized and maintained filing systems both electronically and manually.
- Ordered supplies and equipment as needed.
- Answered inquiries from customers regarding services or products offered by the company.
Senior Cashier and Stock Controller
NWK
02.2006 - 10.2006
- Provided customer service by greeting and assisting customers with their purchases.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as counting money, reconciling tills, balancing registers and preparing bank deposits.
- Organized cash drawers and collected payments for goods or services purchased.
- Managed daily store operations including cash handling, merchandising, inventory control and customer service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hoërskool Wolmaransstad
Wolmaransstad12-2004
Skills
- Office 365
- POS
- Network Security Management
- IP Addressing and Subnetting
- Application Security
- Network Security
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Hardware Installation
- Decision-Making
- Data Backup
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Infrastructure Planning
- Project Management
- Adaptability
- Permissions and Access Control
- Cloud Management
- Professionalism
Custom
- NWK, Feb 2006 to Date, Several - See Below
- NWK, Jan 2011 to Date, Assistant Store Manager, Need a greater challenge.
- NWK, Oct 2009 to Dec 2010, Assistant Admin Manager, Promotion
- NWK, Apr 2009 to Sep 2009, Assistant Store Manager, Promotion
- NWK, Jun 2008 to Mar 2009, Floor and Sales Manager, Promotion
- NWK, Nov 2006 to May 2008, Administrative Clerk, Promotion
- NWK, Feb 2006 to Oct 2006, Senior Cashier and Stock Controller, Promotion
Custom
- Grade 12, 2004, Hoërskool Wolmaranstad
- UNISA, 2009, BCom (Business Management), Busy with 2nd Year
Custom
LOURENS BADENHORST, FULLY PROFICIENT IN ENGLISH AND AFRIKAANS, CODE B, SOUTH AFRICAN, GAUTENG, 4 WEEKS, 072 870 5518, loua@xpandedsecuritysolutions.co.za
Custom
Gladly provided on request.
Timeline
Network and Security Administrator
Jarvis Products
01.2020 - Current
Technical Buyer
Jarvis Products
03.2016 - Current
Export Sales Executive
Jarvis Products
03.2016 - Current
Internal Sales Representative
Jarvis Products
08.2013 - 02.2016
Assistant Store Manager
NWK
01.2011 - 07.2013
Assistant Admin Manager
NWK
10.2009 - 12.2010
Assistant Store Manager
NWK
04.2009 - 09.2009
Floor and Sales Manager
NWK
06.2008 - 03.2009
Administrative Clerk
NWK
11.2006 - 05.2008
Senior Cashier and Stock Controller
NWK
02.2006 - 10.2006
High School Diploma -
Hoërskool Wolmaransstad
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