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Magdalena Van Der Merwe
Personal Assistant And General Manager
Roodepoort
Summary
Dynamic General Manager with a proven track record at The Boxman, excelling in operations management and customer relationship building. Skilled in project management and team leadership, I fostered strong partnerships, ensuring financial stability and organizational growth. My proactive approach led to improved efficiencies and enhanced client loyalty.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Personal Assistant and General Manager
The Boxman
03.2018 - Current
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
Group Admin Manager
MCG Industries
03.2014 - 11.2017
- Supervised staff and delegated tasks to maintain positive, productive administrative operations.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Ensured smooth daily operations with timely completion of all essential administrative tasks and responsibilities.
- Improved office efficiency by implementing streamlined administrative processes and procedures.
Sales Support, Adminstrator, Personal Assistant
LAS (Liquid Automation Systems)
11.2011 - 02.2014
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
Personal Assistant
LAS (Liquid Automation Systems)
02.2010 - 10.2011
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Assisted in the preparation of presentations and reports, contributing to well-informed decision making.
- Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
- Maintained confidentiality and discretion while handling sensitive information relevant to company operations.
Project Administrator
LAS (Liquid Automation Systems)
02.2009 - 01.2010
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project integration and alignment with organizational goals.
- Supported senior management in strategic planning activities related to future projects or initiatives within the organization.
- Monitored project progress closely, promptly addressing any deviations from the plan or schedule.
- Efficiently managed incoming requests from stakeholders by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and relevance.
Personal Assistant to the Managing Director
LAS (Liquid Automation Systems)
05.2007 - 01.2009
- Coordinated travel logistics including flight bookings, accommodations and transportation ensuring seamless trips for the Managing Director.
- Gathered necessary documentation for meetings by liaising with internal team members or external partners effectively.
- Managed correspondence on behalf of the Managing Director, drafting professional emails and letters to clients, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Provided regular updates on ongoing projects keeping the Managing Director well-informed about progress and potential challenges.
Personal Assistant
Lekana Employee Benefit Solutions
03.2006 - 04.2007
- Assisted in the preparation of presentations and reports, contributing to well-informed decision making.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Served as first point of contact for incoming visitors or phone calls, ensuring prompt responses or directing inquiries appropriately.
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
Personal Assistant
Joint Municipal Pension Fund
10.1990 - 02.2006
- Assisted in the preparation of presentations and reports, contributing to well-informed decision making.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.
- Served as first point of contact for incoming visitors or phone calls, ensuring prompt responses or directing inquiries appropriately.
Secretary
NEG Insurance
07.1988 - 05.1989
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for senior staff, ensuring smooth business trips with minimal disruptions.
Secretary
Jan Nel Properties and Trio Timbers
02.1988 - 06.1988
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Secretary
Long Homes
09.1987 - 01.1988
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Assist in buying of building material and products
- Petty cash
Typist
Benoni Municipality
01.1984 - 08.1987
- Increased typing accuracy by implementing proofreading and editing techniques.
- Facilitated smooth office functioning through effective inventory management of office supplies and equipment.
- Liaising with Landlords and screening/preparing of Lease Agreements
Education
High School Diploma -
Brandwag Hoerskool
Benoni 04.2001 -
Skills
Operations management
Customer relationship management
Team leadership
Project management
Software
Microsoft Excel
Power Point
Timeline
Personal Assistant and General Manager
The Boxman
03.2018 - Current
Group Admin Manager
MCG Industries
03.2014 - 11.2017
Sales Support, Adminstrator, Personal Assistant
LAS (Liquid Automation Systems)
11.2011 - 02.2014
Personal Assistant
LAS (Liquid Automation Systems)
02.2010 - 10.2011
Project Administrator
LAS (Liquid Automation Systems)
02.2009 - 01.2010
Personal Assistant to the Managing Director
LAS (Liquid Automation Systems)
05.2007 - 01.2009
Personal Assistant
Lekana Employee Benefit Solutions
03.2006 - 04.2007
High School Diploma -
Brandwag Hoerskool
04.2001 -
Personal Assistant
Joint Municipal Pension Fund
10.1990 - 02.2006
Secretary
NEG Insurance
07.1988 - 05.1989
Secretary
Jan Nel Properties and Trio Timbers
02.1988 - 06.1988
Secretary
Long Homes
09.1987 - 01.1988
Typist
Benoni Municipality
01.1984 - 08.1987
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