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MICHAEL DE VRIES

MICHAEL DE VRIES

Summary

Industry recognized executive/entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience working for leading companies Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Accomplished Consultant drives organizational improvements through leveraging expertise in research and system enhancement. Well-versed in collaborating with employees and leaders to resolve control and procedural problems negatively affecting business operations. Dedicated to cost, process and resource optimization.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT

DANMAR AUTOBODY
01.2018
  • Render consulting services in the position of Branch Manager at Danmar Autobody Cape in the field of Automotive Collision Repairs

Manager Isuzu New & Used

Isuzu Middelburg
08.2023 - Current
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Established robust risk mitigation strategies to safeguard against potential operational challenges or disruptions.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Drove operational efficiency through data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics tools for informed strategy development.
  • Implemented innovative marketing campaigns that boosted brand awareness and generated significant sales leads.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Championed diversity and inclusion efforts within the workplace, resulting in an inclusive environment that fostered creativity and innovation among employees from various backgrounds.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Cultivated partnerships with external stakeholders to maximize business opportunities and extend network reach within the industry sector.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

GROUP Brand Manager

AUTO ITALIA
06.2020 - Current
  • Responsible for Alfa/Jeep/Fiat-Mahindra-Suzuki-Peugeot/Citroen-JAC-Chery

ASSESOR

GREEN-LINE ASSESSORS
09.2014 - Current
  • To assess and validate motor and non-motor claims to determine validity based on contract

Franchise Owner

IN-XPRESS
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Freight specialist with an international consultancy firm, providing unique shipping solutions

ASSESOR

CLAIM-SOLUTIONS
09.2014 - 01.2020
  • To assess and validate motor and non-motor claims to determine validity based on contract

ASSSOCIATE

EASIGRASS JHB
01.2017 - 02.2018
  • Sales of Easigrass products (Artificial Grass)

ESTATE MANAGER

RESIDENTIAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT
01.2016 - 02.2018
  • Handling issues relating to general maintenance, security, domestic workers, contractors, refuse removal, power and water interruptions, visitor parking, Estate Agents and general enquiries

BRANCH MANAGER

CARZONE TRADING AGENCIES
03.2014 - 08.2014
  • Assist the Franchise Director in formulating a dealership policy

SALES EXECUTIVE

McCARTHY GM HATFIELD
01.2013 - 02.2014
  • Grow customer numbers

SALES EXECUTIVE

LINDSAY SAKER
05.2011 - 12.2012
  • Grow customer numbers

BRANCH MANAGER

AUTO PEDIGREE
04.2010 - 01.2011
  • Assist the Franchise Director in formulating a dealership policy

OWNER

CJ HOLDINGS CAPE TOWN
03.2003 - 03.2010
  • Directly responsible for operational activities

GENERAL MANAGER

VOLKSWAGEN/AUDI
04.2001 - 02.2003
  • Assist the Franchise Director in formulating a dealership policy

SALES MANAGER

McCARTHY VOLKSWAGEN PAROW
03.1997 - 03.2001
  • Assist the Franchise Director in formulating a dealership policy

SALES EXECUTIVE / FLEET SALES MANAGER / SALES MANAGER

McCARTHY MERCEDES BENZ/AUTO ATLANTIC BMW
03.1982 - 02.1997
  • BMW Specialize in the Retail and Wholesale of new BMW and late model approved used vehicles

Education

DP Programme Session 1/4 F2F/DP Programme Assignme - Management And Operations

Suzuki Senior Management - DP Training
Gauteng
03.2021

DIPLOMA IN HEALTH AND SAFETY - Safety Health Environment

Shields Safety Health Environment
01.2014

DEPARTMENTAL MANAGERS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, Audi Sales Management, Business Administration and Management -

Wits Business School
01.2000

Leadership Skills, Human Resource Applications, Marketing your Dealership, Finance, Budgeting & Forecasting, Interaction Management -

McCarthy Training Center
01.1984

SALES CADET COURSE, Marketing, Business Administration and Management -

Mercedes Benz Training Center
01.1984

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT, Communication, Accounting, Economics, Business Economics, Mercantile Law, Management, Statistics -

Tygerberg College
01.1984

Skills

  • Performance Marketing
  • Business Development
  • Client Relationships
  • Sales
  • Marketing
  • Problem Solving
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Management
  • Leadership
  • Analytical Skills
  • Succession Planning
  • Strategy Development
  • Trend Analysis
  • Excellent Communication
  • Team building
  • Performance measurement
  • Operations Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Multitasking
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Time management abilities
  • Self Motivation
  • Employee Motivation
  • Financial Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Adaptability
  • Staff Management
  • Networking
  • Data Management

Accomplishments

  • Mercedes Benz first Cadet Course
  • McCarthy Motor Learning Center highest average achieved
  • Most successful Mercedes Benz and Honda Consultant
  • Won numerous incentive prizes sponsored by Mercedes Benz, Honda, BMW, Volkswagen, and Audi
  • Winner of Mercedes Benz SA short term insurance Overseas Trip
  • Qualified for Mercedes Benz Masters Tournament Final
  • Appointed as Fleet Manager at McCarthy Motors
  • Top achiever BMW 5 Series sales
  • Top Marketer at Auto Atlantic BMW
  • Overseas Trip to United States, United Kingdom, Germany
  • Appointed as Sales Manager at Auto Atlantic
  • Nominated for outstanding Sales Manager at McCarthy Volkswagen
  • Won numerous incentive prizes sponsored by McCarthy Volkswagen
  • Top Sales Manager - Overseas Trip to France
  • General Manager at Paarl Volkswagen
  • New showroom built at McCarthy Volkswagen Parow
  • New showroom built at Paarl Volkswagen
  • Completed Wits Business School Departmental Managers Development Program
  • Owner of Dals Auto-Panel Saltriver
  • Owner of CJ Holdings
  • Completed BMW, Audi, Renault, High-Speed Driving Course
  • Received General Motors Top Executive of the Year and Warrior of the Month Award
  • Recipient of many "symbols of victory"
  • Experience in the building trade
  • Knowledge of the Banking Trade
  • Owned St Elmo's restaurant in Rondebosch
  • Experience in the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries
  • International Automotive experience in the Middle East

Timeline

Manager Isuzu New & Used

Isuzu Middelburg
08.2023 - Current

GROUP Brand Manager

AUTO ITALIA
06.2020 - Current

Franchise Owner

IN-XPRESS
01.2019 - 01.2020

MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT

DANMAR AUTOBODY
01.2018

ASSSOCIATE

EASIGRASS JHB
01.2017 - 02.2018

ESTATE MANAGER

RESIDENTIAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT
01.2016 - 02.2018

ASSESOR

GREEN-LINE ASSESSORS
09.2014 - Current

ASSESOR

CLAIM-SOLUTIONS
09.2014 - 01.2020

BRANCH MANAGER

CARZONE TRADING AGENCIES
03.2014 - 08.2014

SALES EXECUTIVE

McCARTHY GM HATFIELD
01.2013 - 02.2014

SALES EXECUTIVE

LINDSAY SAKER
05.2011 - 12.2012

BRANCH MANAGER

AUTO PEDIGREE
04.2010 - 01.2011

OWNER

CJ HOLDINGS CAPE TOWN
03.2003 - 03.2010

GENERAL MANAGER

VOLKSWAGEN/AUDI
04.2001 - 02.2003

SALES MANAGER

McCARTHY VOLKSWAGEN PAROW
03.1997 - 03.2001

SALES EXECUTIVE / FLEET SALES MANAGER / SALES MANAGER

McCARTHY MERCEDES BENZ/AUTO ATLANTIC BMW
03.1982 - 02.1997

DP Programme Session 1/4 F2F/DP Programme Assignme - Management And Operations

Suzuki Senior Management - DP Training

DIPLOMA IN HEALTH AND SAFETY - Safety Health Environment

Shields Safety Health Environment

DEPARTMENTAL MANAGERS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, Audi Sales Management, Business Administration and Management -

Wits Business School

Leadership Skills, Human Resource Applications, Marketing your Dealership, Finance, Budgeting & Forecasting, Interaction Management -

McCarthy Training Center

SALES CADET COURSE, Marketing, Business Administration and Management -

Mercedes Benz Training Center

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT, Communication, Accounting, Economics, Business Economics, Mercantile Law, Management, Statistics -

Tygerberg College

Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

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