Philisiwe Mavuso
Johannesburg,Soweto
Summary
Experienced retail professional with extensive knowledge in the retail industry, brand understanding, and stock rotation tactics. Demonstrates exceptional merchandise display creativity and visual creativity, coupled with strong decision-making prowess and supply chain understanding. Adept at customer focus, critical thinking capabilities, and a sales-driven approach. Efficient in time management and retail space optimisation, with a solid grasp of purchasing procedures and familiarity with POS systems and SAP Business One system. Proven track record in visual merchandising, trend forecasting, layout adjustments, brand exposure techniques, consumer trends analysis, pricing strategy implementation, markdown procedures, and team collaboration. Career goal: to leverage expertise in enhancing retail operations and driving sales growth.
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Merchandiser
Homemark
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2014 - 11.2025
- Kept abreast of latest fashion trends to drive business growth.
- Performed stock management duties for optimal inventory control.
- Analysed sales reports, implemented effective merchandise strategies accordingly.
- Boosted product visibility by creating appealing displays.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance shopping experience.
- Conducted comprehensive market research for understanding customer preferences.
- Achieved improved product placement with negotiation skills.
- Maintained strong vendor relationships to negotiate better deals.
- Monitored competitor activities for staying ahead in the market.
- Walked through store regularly to evaluate and enhance merchandising displays.
Care worker
Orlando Children's Home
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Assisted in meal preparation to ensure proper nutrition.
- Enhanced a child with comfort by providing personal care services, including bathing and grooming.
- Liaised effectively with multidisciplinary team members, ensured seamless provision of care services.
- Managed household chores, created a clean environment.
- Administered prescribed medication on schedule; optimised treatment effectiveness without any missed doses or overdose incidents occurring under my watchful eye and careful handling methods adopted throughout tenure at previous facility roles held within this sector before transitioning into current position as Care Worker today!.
- Established strong rapport with patients through effective communication skills resulting in an atmosphere of trust and respect.
- Championed patient independence, actively involving service users in care plan development.
- Encouraged community inclusion by supporting social activities, attending local support groups and events.
- Identified key client needs to develop targeted support programmes.
Cleaner
Bidfood (Prestige Hygiene)
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations requiring immediate cleanup to minimise disruption.
- Managed rubbish removal efficiently, ensuring waste was properly sorted for recycling or disposal.
- Achieved a sparkling finish for glass surfaces by using appropriate cleaning materials.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene by thorough daily dusting and hoovering.
- Kept communal areas tidy and well-organised for optimal functionality.
- Utilised eco-friendly products to maintain a safe, chemical-free environment.
- Secured premises at end of shift, ensuring safety of all areas.
- Provided deep cleaning services for occasional needs such as post-construction or move-in scenarios.
- Performed routine checks on cleaning supplies inventory to avoid running out of key items.
- Ensured the provision of clean towels and toiletries for guest satisfaction in hotel suites.
- Contributed to improved health standards with meticulous kitchen cleaning routines in restaurants.
- Implemented sanitation procedures with industrial cleaning equipment in factory settings.
Cashier
Pick n Pay
Johannesburg, Gauteng
02.2009 - 09.2012
- Identified counterfeit notes whilst handling cash, ensuring financial security.
- Balanced till at end of day, maintaining accurate records.
- Handled returns and exchanges following company policies, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Coordinated with team members for smooth shift transitions.
- Packaged customer items carefully, ensuing merchandise safety.
- Handled high volumes of transactions during holiday seasons efficiently.
- Maintained clean and organised workspace to ensure efficient service.
- Managed queue effectively during peak hours for seamless checkout process.
Education
Grade 11 - Accounting,English,IsiZulu,Maths,Economics,Business Economics
Orlando West Secondary School
Johannesburg, Gauteng 01.2003 - 11.2006
Skills
- Retail industry knowledge
- Brand understanding
- Stock rotation tactics
- Merchandise display creativity
- Visual creativity
- Decision-Making prowess
- Supply chain understanding
- Customer focus
- Critical thinking capabilities
- Sales-Driven approach
- Efficient time management
- Retail space optimisation
- Purchasing procedures knowledge
- Retail industry familiarity
- Team player
- Visual merchandising
- Trend forecasting
- POS systems knowledge
- SAP Business One system
- Layout adjustments
- Brand exposure techniques
- Consumer trends
- Pricing strategy implementation
- Friendly and outgoing
- Markdown procedures
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Care worker
Orlando Children's Home
01.2020 - 12.2023
Cleaner
Bidfood (Prestige Hygiene)
01.2016 - 05.2017
Merchandiser
Homemark
01.2014 - 11.2025
Cashier
Pick n Pay
02.2009 - 09.2012
Grade 11 - Accounting,English,IsiZulu,Maths,Economics,Business Economics
Orlando West Secondary School
01.2003 - 11.2006
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