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Riaz Jogee

General Management (Sales/Relationship)

Summary

Serviced-focused General Manager dedicated to delivering positive customer experiences to promote loyalty and repeat business. Orchestrates optimal resource utilization to handle expected operational needs. Sales leader with sound judgment, good planning abilities and interpersonal communication strengths. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level management position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

18
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
3
Languages

Work History

Nu-Ray Industrial, Johannesburg

General Manager
2016.07 - 2021.02 (4 years & 7 months)

Job overview

  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain superior service levels.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationship
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.

Alba Gas & Welding, Johannesburg

Sales Manager/2IC Manager
2010.10 - 2016.06 (5 years & 8 months)

Job overview

  • Met with clients, delivering presentations, and educating on product and service features and offerings.
  • Attended industry shows, conventions, and other meetings with primary mission of expanding market opportunities.
  • Identified, hired and trained qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures, and sales strategies.
  • Compiled and analyzed data to determine approaches to improve sales and performance.
  • Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
  • Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new or existing customers.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Closed lucrative sales deals using strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
  • Boosted marketing, reviewed pricing strategies and expanded distribution channels to increase sales revenue.

DJ Thermal Engineering, Durban

Buyer
2008.02 - 2009.09 (1 year & 7 months)

Job overview

  • Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
  • Management of Stores{Despatch and Receiving}
  • Supplier returns and credits
  • Arranging for materials and goods to be delivered to various sites.
  • Stock costing on jobbing and service sheets.
  • Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
  • Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.

FPT , Durban

Stores Manager
2003.05 - 2008.02 (4 years & 9 months)

Job overview

  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Managed Inventory. Stock requisitions and control of tools register.
  • Receiving and despatch to internal departments.
  • Goods received notes and purchase orders.

Education

Unisa Durban

No Degree from Procurement Management Cert. (Incomplete 2009)
2001.04

University Overview

Unisa Durban

NDLOG from National Diploma Logistics - Incomplete
2007.01 - 2008.12 (1 year & 11 months)

University Overview

Centenery Secondary School Durban

Matric Senior Certificate from Course G48
2001.01 - 2001.12 (11 months)

University Overview

Skills

    Client account management

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Interests

Motor Vehicles

Sports

Writing

Timeline

General Manager
Nu-Ray Industrial
2016.07 - 2021.02 (4 years & 7 months)
Sales Manager/2IC Manager
Alba Gas & Welding
2010.10 - 2016.06 (5 years & 8 months)
Buyer
DJ Thermal Engineering
2008.02 - 2009.09 (1 year & 7 months)
Unisa
NDLOG from National Diploma Logistics - Incomplete
2007.01 - 2008.12 (1 year & 11 months)
Stores Manager
FPT
2003.05 - 2008.02 (4 years & 9 months)
Unisa
No Degree from Procurement Management Cert. (Incomplete 2009)
2001.04
Centenery Secondary School
Matric Senior Certificate from Course G48
2001.01 - 2001.12 (11 months)
Riaz JogeeGeneral Management (Sales/Relationship)