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Matt Visser

Buyer
Bloemfontein

Summary

Motivated business professional bringing 12 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating, and supporting staff members.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Buyer

Africa Fruit And Veg
01.2016 - Current
  • Coordinated logistics efforts to ensure on-time delivery of goods while minimizing transportation costs.
  • Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
  • Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
  • Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
  • Interacted with vendors, store managers and other stakeholders to maintain on-time deliveries.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.

Store Manager

King Of Drinks
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies by regularly reviewing store procedures and taking corrective measures when necessary.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Damelin
Durban, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Purchasing and planning

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Timeline

Owner/Buyer

Africa Fruit And Veg
01.2016 - Current

Store Manager

King Of Drinks
01.2012 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Damelin
04.2001 -
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