Customer-oriented General Manager with 14 years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. A meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen.
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.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
General Manager
Reahilwe funeral homes
Boiketlo Village, Phuthaditjhaba
04.2011 - Current
Direct and supervise work of embalmers, funeral attendants, death certificate clerks, and other middle management personnel.
Negotiate contracts for pre-arranged funeral services.
Respond to customer complaints, legal inquiries, payment negotiations, or other post-service matters.
Review financial statements, sales or activity reports, or other performance data to identify opportunities for cost reductions or service improvements.
Monitor, package and tailor make sales of services, products, and merchandise according to customer specifications.
Organize and attend presentations at community events to promote services and build community relationships
Consult with families or friends of the deceased to
arrange funeral details, such as obituary notice
wording, casket selection, or plans for services.
Evaluate the performance of vendors, contract employees, or other service providers to ensure quality and cost-efficiency.
Explain goals, policies, or procedures to staff personnel.
Monitor funeral service operations to ensure that they comply with applicable policies, regulations, and laws.
Plan and implement changes to service offerings to meet community needs and increase funeral home revenues.
Plan and implement sales promotions and other marketing strategies and activities for funeral home operations.
Set marketing, sales, and other financial goals for funeral service establishments and monitor progress toward these goals.
Complete and maintain records such as statutory-required documents, tracking documents, and product inventories.
Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
· Reduced errors in financial records by conducting comprehensive audits and implementing corrective measures when needed.
· Increased team productivity with thorough training on organizational policies, procedures, and best practices.
· Safeguarded company assets by establishing robust inventory control mechanisms significantly over time.
Intern
Nokia Siemens Networks
Centurion, South Africa
08.2010 - 03.2011
Reconciling Purchase orders and invoices,also following up on payments due.
Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
Financial clerk
Reahilwe funeral homes
Boiketlo Village, Phuthaditjhaba
01.2009 - 06.2009
Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.
Perform payroll functions, such as maintaining timekeeping information and processing and submitting payroll
Create, maintain, and enter information into databases.
Set up and manage paper or electronic filing systems, recording information, updating paperwork, or maintaining documents, such as attendance records, correspondence, or other material
Operate office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, and phone systems and arrange for repairs when equipment malfunctions.
Complete forms in accordance with company procedures.
Make copies of correspondence or other printed material.
Locate and attach appropriate files to incoming correspondence requiring replies.
Operate electronic mail systems and coordinate the flow of information, internally or with other organizations.
Collecting money from clients and issuing out receipts for money received using a computerized administration system.
Reconciled and recorded receipts, incoming cash, and other fiscal transactions.
Strengthened client relationships by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service in all interactions.
Optimized cash flow management through diligent monitoring of accounts receivable collections and accounts payable disbursements.
Safeguarded company assets by establishing robust inventory control mechanisms significantly over time.
Education
National diploma - cost and management accounting
Durban University of technology
01.2005 - 01.2009
Skills
Staff supervision
Leadership and team building
Computer skills and ability to learn proprietary software