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Markus Fourie

Rustenburg,Cashan

Summary

Accomplished entrepreneur with a proven track record in business development and growth strategy across diverse industries. Expertise in budget management and employee oversight, ensuring operational efficiency. Proficient in HR systems, including Sage and SARS, along with CAD software skills. Strong foundation in accounting and finance aimed at driving organizational success.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Director

Washco (Car Wash & Detailing)
Cape Town, Western Cape
2020.03 - 2023.04
  • Business acquired for R950 000 - March 2020
  • Business sold for R3 000 000 - April 2023
  • Total revenue growth: 196.6% (March 2020 - April 2023)

Duties

  • Recruited & managed 21 staff members
  • Design and build water recycling system
  • Developed comprehensive business plans for company growth
  • Lead and streamline operations, Eliminate inefficiencies
  • Marketing Strategies
  • Payroll (Sage)
  • Tax compliance (SARS) and Bookkeeping
  • Led negotiations with vendors and suppliers, securing favourable terms.
  • Compile training manuals and do staff training
  • Managed daily operations by overseeing financials, key performance indicators and employee performance.

Director

Sevco (Micro Finance)
Rustenburg, North West
2014.07 - 2019.09
  • Business opened - July 2014 (~R400 000 Capital Investment)
  • Business sold for R4 200 000 - September 2019
  • Total revenue growth: 185.7% (January 2015 - September 2019)

Duties

  • Recruited & managed 14 employees
  • Developed comprehensive business plans for company growth
  • Developed online loan platform
  • Lead and streamline operations, Eliminate inefficiencies
  • Marketing Strategies
  • Led negotiations with vendors and suppliers, securing favourable terms.
  • Payroll (Sage)
  • Compile training manuals and do staff training
  • Managed daily operations by overseeing financials, key performance indicators and employee performance.

Director

3D Printco (3D Design & Printing)
Cape Town, Western Cape
2023.10 - 2026.04
  • Business opened - Aug 2023 (R120 000 Capital)
  • Business sold for R445 000 - March 2026

Duties

  • Design and manufacture 3D products
  • Experience using CAD software
  • Manage website traffic and orders
  • Bookkeeping (Sage)
  • Lead and streamline operations, Eliminate inefficiencies
  • Marketing
  • Managed daily operations by overseeing financials, key performance indicators and stock

Director

Hubbly Heaven (Tobacco Store)
Rustenburg, North West
2015.07 - 2017.02
  • 50% of Business acquired for R45 000 - July 2015
  • Business sold for R380 000 - February 2017

Duties

  • Recruited & managed 1 staff member
  • Implemented operational changes for improved efficiency.
  • Developed comprehensive business plans for company growth
  • Marketing
  • Payroll (Sage)
  • Led negotiations with vendors and suppliers, securing favourable terms.

Manager

Ready Cash (Micro Finance)
Rustenburg, North West
2011.03 - 2015.09
  • Managed 2 Branches 8 employees total
  • Led performance reviews, identified areas for improvement.
  • Led company to profitability
  • Facilitated staff training, resulting in better customer service.
  • Organised financial and operational data to help with yearly budgeting and planning.
  • Fostered a positive work environment with regular team-building activities.
  • Implemented new systems to streamline operations

Education

National Senior Certificate (Matric) -

High School Rustenburg
Rustenburg, North West
2006.01 - 2010.12

Skills

  • Business development expertise
  • Growth strategy implementation
  • Budget management skills
  • Employee management
  • Operational oversight
  • HR systems proficiency (Sage & SARS)
  • CAD software proficiency (Onshape & Blender)
  • Accounting and finance knowledge (Sage)

Languages

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Native

Timeline

Director

3D Printco (3D Design & Printing)
2023.10 - 2026.04

Director

Washco (Car Wash & Detailing)
2020.03 - 2023.04

Director

Hubbly Heaven (Tobacco Store)
2015.07 - 2017.02

Director

Sevco (Micro Finance)
2014.07 - 2019.09

Manager

Ready Cash (Micro Finance)
2011.03 - 2015.09

National Senior Certificate (Matric) -

High School Rustenburg
2006.01 - 2010.12
Markus Fourie