Sello Solomon Kobe
Warehouse associates
Durban,KWAZULU NATAL
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in warehouse operations and logistics planning, notably at Sensor Security System. Demonstrated ability to streamline processes for efficiency, achieving higher inventory turnover rates. Skilled in negotiation and fostering team collaboration, I excel in environments requiring attention to detail and strategic planning. Committed to continuous improvement and effective communication, I drive operational success and team development.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stores Controller
Sensor Security System
02.2019 - 07.2023
- Developed comprehensive training materials for new hires, ensuring consistent knowledge transfer across the team.
- Streamlined order processing for faster turnaround times, improving customer satisfaction rates.
- Spearheaded initiatives to reduce waste within the warehouse by implementing sustainable packaging solutions.
- Enhanced inventory management by implementing efficient tracking systems and storage organization.
- Improved order accuracy rates through meticulous recordkeeping and attention to detail during the picking and packing processes.
- Achieved higher inventory turnover rates by monitoring slow-moving items and initiating targeted promotions or markdowns.
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to plan promotional events that effectively moved excess inventory.
- Established strong relationships with vendors to ensure timely deliveries and resolve any supply chain issues promptly.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by analyzing product movement patterns and adjusting storage layouts accordingly.
- Reduced stock discrepancies by conducting regular audits and reconciling physical counts with system data.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Negotiated favorable pricing with suppliers, reducing overall procurement costs without compromising on quality.
- Managed outstanding balance amounts by evaluating reports and determining collection statuses.
Warehouse Associate
Express Professional Recruitment
06.2016 - 01.2019
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Assisted in reducing product damage by properly handling and storing materials.
- Increased accuracy in order picking by utilizing electronic scanning devices and following established procedures.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Operated various types of equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks safely while moving products throughout the facility.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices and providing support for their integration into the team.
- Assisted with reorganizing storage areas to accommodate changes in demand patterns or product offerings.
- Completed regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Contributed to a cleaner workspace with daily upkeep and scheduled deep cleaning sessions.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
Administration Clerk
Fuelogic
02.2015 - 05.2016
- Handled incoming phone calls and answered questions from callers.
- Established and maintained standard office procedures to achieve demanding targets.
- Reduced errors in data entry tasks through diligent attention to detail and thorough verification procedures.
- Supported administrators by efficiently managing daily scheduling, appointment setting, and calendar organization.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information with strict adherence to company policies and procedures regarding data protection.
- Scheduled appointments and managed calendars for staff members.
- Assisted in the preparation of detailed reports for senior management, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of information.
- Managed incoming correspondence, prioritizing items requiring immediate attention from executives or other team members.
- Prepared meeting materials and took clear notes to distribute to stakeholders.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates with prompt responses to inquiries and effective resolution of issues.
- Directed day-to-day program delivery with utmost efficiency and tight cost controls to consistently achieve budget targets.
- Enhanced communication within the department by establishing a centralized email system.
- Checked non-functional office equipment, troubleshot issues and independently resolved concerns to maintain team productivity.
- Answered over Number calls each day on multi-line telephone systems, supporting communication needs of Number staff members.
- Managed efficient processing of more than Number documents per month in high-volume Type environment.
- Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
General Warehouse Associate
Primeserve Outsourcing
01.2002 - 12.2014
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Operated RF scanners to track merchandise and verify contents of containers.
- Helped maintain a well-organized warehouse by participating in regular housekeeping activities, such as sweeping, dusting, and keeping aisles clear of obstructions.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Exceeded daily productivity goals through efficient task completion and strong time management skills.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through open communication, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving efforts.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Operated forklifts to transfer inventory to and from target destinations.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than Number packages per day.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
Data Gathering Officer
Naledi Development
01.1998 - 07.2001
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to address complex issues, leading to more efficient problem-solving processes.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
- Coordinated operations with other emergency service groups.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to inform strategic planning processes and measure progress towards goals.
- Organized public forums to address community concerns, improving transparency and accountability.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance and support to foster professional development and career progression.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
Education
Bcom( Economics And Statistics) Uncompleted - Statistics
Unisa
Pretoria Gauteng Matric Certificate - Mathematics
Ramatema High School
Bochum Limpopo 12.1994
Skills
- Warehouse Operations
- Materials Handling
- Logistics Planning
- Stock replenishment
- Demand forecasting
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Strategic Planning
- Collections understanding
- Negotiation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Effective Communication
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Team building
- Task Prioritization
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Goal Setting
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time management abilities
- Continuous Improvement
- Adaptability
- Written Communication
Certification
Matric Certificate
Certificate of attendance(STA203_N practical course using statistical package SPSS)
Certificate of Merit
Forklift and ReachTruck Certificate
TEFL Certificate
Languages
Sepedi
Zulu
Tswana
English
Afrikaans
Xhosa
Venda
Sesotho
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Zulu
Advanced (C1)
Sepedi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Venda
Intermediate (B1)
Afrikaans
Upper intermediate (B2)
Tswana
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Xhosa
Elementary (A2)
Sesotho
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Stores Controller
Sensor Security System
02.2019 - 07.2023
Warehouse Associate
Express Professional Recruitment
06.2016 - 01.2019
Administration Clerk
Fuelogic
02.2015 - 05.2016
General Warehouse Associate
Primeserve Outsourcing
01.2002 - 12.2014
Data Gathering Officer
Naledi Development
01.1998 - 07.2001
Bcom( Economics And Statistics) Uncompleted - Statistics
Unisa
Matric Certificate - Mathematics
Ramatema High School
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