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Work History
Education
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Tanya Bailie

Cape Town

Summary

Adaptable professional with a proven ability to thrive in dynamic environments and quickly acquire new knowledge. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and effectively applies insights across various projects. Committed to continuous learning and proficient in navigating organizational change to drive results.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrator/Administrator/Supply Chain Assistant/Junior Buyer Assistant/Junior Buyer

Energy Partners Refrigeration (Pty) Ltd
Cape Town
08.2023 - Current
  • Managed the procurement process from requisition to receipt, ensuring compliance with company policies.
  • Obtained quotes from vendors to ascertain most cost-effective supplier.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains.
  • Employed ERP systems to process purchase orders.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to ensure timely alignment of component schedules.
  • Liaised with accounting and vendors to minimize and clear up invoice discrepancies, ensuring accuracy in billing and inventory.
  • Kept thorough documentation of lead time, pricing and item details.
  • Handled weekly payment operations for vendor services and business travel expenses.

Additional duties.

  • Ensure project details and costs are accurate on job cards.
  • Reviewed and completed unresolved cases in system.

Administrative Assistant/Receptionist

Centurion Eye Hospital
Centurion
05.2021 - 07.2023
  • Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, and maintained front reception desk.
  • Coordinated mailings, including sorting mail and preparing packages for shipping via courier service.
  • Daily retrieval, recording, and distribution of patient pathology reports.
  • Receiving, recording, and verifying patient records.
  • Distributed prescriptions and medical certifications via email to relevant parties.
  • Managed stock intake and distribution efficiently.
  • Ordered medication for staff and patients.
  • Compiled and organized information on medication orders for payroll tracking.
  • Reviewed and corrected meeting minutes.
  • Managed reservations for Horus Guest Rooms.
  • Coordinated scheduling and set-up of internal and external Boardroom reservations.
  • Scheduling appointments.
  • Ensured seamless documentation of patient information.

Office Administrator/Sales Representative

Armentum Carpentry
Centurion
03.2017 - 12.2019
  • Coordinated and managed daily administrative operations of the office.
  • Performed clerical duties such as photocopying, emailing, and scanning documents.
  • Answered incoming calls in a professional manner, directed callers to appropriate personnel, or took messages as needed.
  • Reviewed employee time sheets for accuracy prior to submission for payroll processing, and generating payslips.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, and verifying the receipt of supplies.
  • Data capturing on handwritten and electronic order systems.
  • Managed procurement of inventory.
  • Prepared detailed cut listings from kitchen designs and client requests.
  • Ensured payment collection at order initiation, and before merchandise release.

Administrative Assistant/Receptionist/Sales Representative

The Kitchen and Bedroom Gallery
Centurion
06.2002 - 02.2017
  • Reduced financial discrepancies by accurately analyzing and managing customer orders and invoices.
  • Responded to customer issues to provide immediate resolution and improve retention.
  • Managed stock logistics to ensure smooth operations in procurement and distribution.
  • Ensured accurate and timely invoice generation.
  • Utilized electronic and handwritten methods for efficient data entry in order systems.
  • Designed kitchen and bedroom cupboards.
  • Calculated cutting list for cabinets.
  • Handled routine clerical responsibilities.
  • Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
  • Managed daily office operations and maintained office supplies inventory, ensuring efficient workplace functionality.
  • Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.

Secretary/Clerk

Old Mutual
Witbank
06.2000 - 06.2001
  • Managing incoming calls from clients.
  • Conducted cold calls to schedule appointments.
  • Handled submission of documents to the Underwriting Administrator for processing.

Receptionist

AECI Explosives
Witbank
06.1997 - 06.2000

Temporary position - called in to assist on several occasions between 1997 and 2000.

  • Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
  • Delivered administrative support to team members by making copies, sending faxes, and organizing documents.
  • Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.

Education

High School Diploma -

Witbank High School
Mpumalanga, South Africa
12-1993

Skills

  • Vendor evaluation
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Purchase order management
  • Strategic Materials Sourcing
  • Database maintenance
  • Proficient in Handling Multiple Tasks
  • Strong Organizational Abilities
  • Proficient in Windows Software
  • Office administration

Languages

English
First Language
Afrikaans
Intermediate (B1)
B1

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Administrator/Administrator/Supply Chain Assistant/Junior Buyer Assistant/Junior Buyer

Energy Partners Refrigeration (Pty) Ltd
08.2023 - Current

Administrative Assistant/Receptionist

Centurion Eye Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2023

Office Administrator/Sales Representative

Armentum Carpentry
03.2017 - 12.2019

Administrative Assistant/Receptionist/Sales Representative

The Kitchen and Bedroom Gallery
06.2002 - 02.2017

Secretary/Clerk

Old Mutual
06.2000 - 06.2001

Receptionist

AECI Explosives
06.1997 - 06.2000

High School Diploma -

Witbank High School
Tanya Bailie