Ruvaan Palm
Self Employed
Addo
Summary
Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams. Astute Business Owner experienced in operations management, competitive analysis and financial management. Demonstrated success in growth and innovation. Capitalized on new trends and technologies to boost business initiatives and reach sales objectives. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Owner
R S Engineering & Supplies
Addo
1998.01 - Current
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Workshop Manager
Sundays River Citrus Company
Addo
1985.01 - 1998.12
- Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
- Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
- Identified areas in need of improvement and developed plans to correct problems.
- Scheduled maintenance and repair projects to maintain optimal performance of all equipment and systems.
- Maintenance for 2 pack houses including boilers, transport flrrt, buildings.
- Installed all equipment in one pack house and commissioned it
Education
High School Diploma -
High School Kempton Park
Kempton Park 1972.01 - 1977.12
Mechanical Engineering Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Wits Technicon
1981.01 - 1982.12
Trade As Fitter And Turner - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
AECI
Kempton Park 1979.01 - 1985.12
Skills
Client Service
Business administration
Relationship building
Project Management
Maintenance management
Design and building of machinery needed
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 25 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of citrus crop sprayers and orchard sanitation.
Timeline
Owner
R S Engineering & Supplies
1998.01 - Current
Workshop Manager
Sundays River Citrus Company
1985.01 - 1998.12
Mechanical Engineering Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Wits Technicon
1981.01 - 1982.12
Trade As Fitter And Turner - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
AECI
1979.01 - 1985.12
High School Diploma -
High School Kempton Park
1972.01 - 1977.12