Ternel Obermeyer
Cape town
Summary
Diligent Research Intern organized in handling documentation, recordkeeping and data analysis. Skilled in enhancing research with accuracy and precision. Dedicated to executing protocols to meet study objectives and requirements. Focused Administrator committed to maintaining productive and quality-driven environment. Collaborative and versatile professional with expertise in employee relations, strategic planning and report preparation. Skilled at easily transcending cultural differences. Diligent and detail-oriented Administrator with proven history in successful team management. Professionally coordinate files, correspondence and resources to boost productivity and facilitate operations. Skilled in general office processes and optimization strategies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Research Assistant, Facilitator, Administrator
University of Cape Town
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Created assessments and graded assignments for students to measure progress and understanding of course material.
- Organized group projects that promoted collaboration between classmates.
- Utilized web-based tools such as Skype, Zoom, Hangouts. for real-time instruction and communication with students.
- Monitored student attendance records and responded promptly to absences or tardiness.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students via video conferencing software.
- Researched new techniques for incorporating multimedia into lesson plans.
- Responded to student questions and comments in online forums.
- Gathered data from various sources, including online databases, libraries, and interviews with experts.
- Collaborated with other researchers in developing study designs, methods, and tools for data collection.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress on ongoing projects or brainstorm ideas for future endeavors.
- Prepared reports, presentations and articles using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
Finance and Procurement Administrator
Maziya general services
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Buyer, Purchasing and processing requisitions, Reconciliation monthly Financials, Weekly plant status reports, Monthly vehicle timesheet processing, HR duties
- Reviewed and processed purchase orders, ensuring accuracy of information.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Researched potential vendors for cost-effectiveness and reliability.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure the best prices.
- Maintained records of procurement activities, including invoices, payments and deliveries.
- Created reports to track spending trends and identify areas for cost savings.
- Developed relationships with vendors to ensure optimal service levels were met.
- Monitored stock levels to ensure adequate supplies were available when needed.
- Managed inventory processes, ordering new items as necessary to meet demand requirements.
- Assisted in resolving vendor disputes or discrepancies regarding payment or delivery issues.
- Executed purchasing strategies designed to improve efficiency while reducing costs.
- Updated databases regularly with accurate information about purchased items or services.
- Participated actively in team meetings related to procurement activities.
- Prepared presentations for senior management regarding proposed purchases or contracts.
- Prepared purchase orders and sent to distributors and suppliers.
- Prepared, coordinated and communicated price quotes, terms of sale, delivery dates and service obligations to customers and contractors.
- Reconciled accounts with purchase receipts and consulted yearly budget to stay within spending limits.
- Updated employee records in HR database system.
- Developed onboarding materials and presented orientation sessions for new hires.
- Managed leave of absence requests and tracked vacation time accruals.
- Handled confidential information with discretion and sensitivity.
- Responded to internal inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, payroll.
- Assisted customer service with inbound and outbound calls regarding HR inquiries.
- Liaised between management and employees by relaying work information, adjustments and grievances.
- Scheduled meetings with employees to address concerns and grievances.
CEO
SEK Business construction
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Accounts (Sage accounting)
- Developed and implemented strategic business plans to increase company profitability.
- Created and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, government agencies, and other industry partners.
- Overseen the daily operations of the organization and ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Assessed financial performance of the organization on a regular basis and identified areas for improvement.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed employees at all levels within the organization.
- Analyzed market trends and customer data to inform decision-making processes.
- Established policies and procedures that promoted an ethical work environment.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure competitive pricing for goods or services.
- Developed strategies for improving customer service standards throughout the company.
- Built strategic business partnerships by cultivating relationships with employees and experts.
- Negotiated and approved contracts between company and distributors, suppliers and other external entities.
- Monitored company performance by measuring and analyzing results and minimizing impact of variances.
- Delivered speeches and attended industry conferences to promote company image and engage with buyers.
Accounts/Invoicing Clerk
Champion sports cars
03.2010 - 08.2012
- Daily reconciling of Bank Account and Issuing Cheques, Petty cash recon, Attendance Register, Company Groceries, Managing Stationery, Managing Back office staff, Bring vehicles into stock, Costing reconditioning on vehicles, Maintaining of vehicle stock, Invoicing out vehicles, Licence and registration of vehicles, Requesting Natis (Registration Papers), Floor plan Invoicing
General Creditors Accounts Clerk
Citroen South Africa
04.2007 - 01.2010
- Ensure all Creditors and Payments are done and reconciled, Processing of Invoices, Credit Notes and Order Numbers are authorized and signed off by all relevant department Department Managers, To ensure that all COD Creditors are authorized, To Keep creditors BEE status up to date, with copy of BEE Certificate, Allocating of Creditors Account and sorting out Queries, Monthly Travel Expenses Reconciliation, Daily reconciling of Bank Account and Issuing Cheques, ensuring that all Company and Accounting policies and procedures are adhere to, ensuring that all Reporting deadlines are adhere to, Intercompany Balances and Month End
Parts Person
Citroen South Africa
04.2007 - 12.2009
- Receiving of Dealer Orders, Compiling Invoices for Picker, Placing of Parts onto Back Order, Invoicing of Parts in Stock, Updating Dealer orders Control Book, Updating Monthly First Pick figures and Summary File, Contact Dealer for Pricing Info, Availability, Credit Notes
- ETC., Basic Parts Interpretation
Costing Clerk, Switchboard Operator, Warranty Clerk
Lynray Renault
06.2006 - 03.2007
- Booking in customers vehicles for service and repairs, Costing of job cards on Pastel 2006, Create sublets for repairs + Process sublets, Invoicing job cards daily to reach daily and monthly targets, Updating customer and vehicle details on CRM, Filing Alphabetical & Numerical, Screening Incoming calls
Education
University of Cape Town
Johannesburg, South Africa 10.2019 -
High School Diploma -
Coronationville High School
01.2000 -
Skills
Research Paper WritingSurvey AdministrationRecordkeepingField ResearchTime ManagementWork PrioritizationCreating PresentationsDatabase ResearchMultitasking and OrganizationEvent Planning
Affiliations
- Salsa dancing
- Kick boxing
- Hiking
- Reading
Accomplishments
- Directed and managed my own Business from 2016 to 2019
Timeline
Research Assistant, Facilitator, Administrator
University of Cape Town
03.2023 - 08.2023
Finance and Procurement Administrator
Maziya general services
09.2021 - 12.2022
University of Cape Town
10.2019 -
CEO
SEK Business construction
01.2016 - 01.2019
Accounts/Invoicing Clerk
Champion sports cars
03.2010 - 08.2012
General Creditors Accounts Clerk
Citroen South Africa
04.2007 - 01.2010
Parts Person
Citroen South Africa
04.2007 - 12.2009
Costing Clerk, Switchboard Operator, Warranty Clerk
Lynray Renault
06.2006 - 03.2007
High School Diploma -
Coronationville High School
01.2000 -