TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

I have ** years of working experience of which 15 years are at a management level. During my career I have studied several courses and training which include Human resource management, Finance management, Risk management and Project management which have equipped me to carry out my duties at high standards.

I have a clear track record and I always strive for excellence. I am assertive and always believe in” being firm but fair”. I am a team player and hold strong communication skills at all levels.

Today’s economy requires exceptional senior operating and management executives who possess a unique blend of leadership, vision, broad- based experience and the ability to deliver superior results. I am such person.

Throughout my career I have utilized my leadership, planning and managerial skills to consistently increase revenues, reduce costs and drive customer satisfaction.

My success is due, in part to my ability to communicate with others. It has enabled me to harness the potential of all levels of employees and motivate them to achieve superior results. Additionally, it has aided me in the recruitment, mentoring and retention of exceptional personnel dedicated to excellence.

Since I am currently seeking new challenges I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your needs and my potential contributions.

Thank You.

Kind Regards,

Vashni Singh

073-***-****

CURRICULUM VITAE

VASHNI SINGH

073-***-****

Email: adj4rh@r.postjobfree.com

VASHNI SINGH

Flat Nbr 1, Roohie Mansions, St Dominic Street, Paradise Newcastle 2940

P.O. Box 24105 Newcastle 2940

Cellphone Number 073-***-**** Email Address: adj4rh@r.postjobfree.com

Identity Number : 750**********

Nationality : South African

Driver’s License : Code B (08)

Marital Status : Married

Health : Good

Criminal Offences : None

Hobbies : Baking & Reading

Language Competencies : English (speak, read, and write)

Afrikaans (speak, read and write)

Zulu (speak, read, and write)

PERSONAL PROFILE / CAREER SUMMARY

During my career I have managed several branches. I have managed stores with monthly turnover exceeding 60 million rand, with a peak stock holding of 25 - 30 million rand.

My success involved me relocating on numerous occasions in order for my growth and knowledge to expand, during this time I have gained a wealth of experience and knowledge adapting to the different customer profiles and needs in all the regions that I have worked.

EMPLOYMENT

Company : Massmart-Walmart T/A Mass Stores, Game, Dion Wired, Makro & Builders Warehouse

Duration : 1994 - 2020

Positions Worked : Scanning Clerk

Systems Coordinator

Admin Manager

Assistant Branch Manager

Branch Manager

Regional Admin Manager

Summary of duties in stores that I have managed:

Managing a team of 60 staff members

Managing a Turnover of : R 25 000 000 – R30 000 000 monthly

Complete store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.

Maintain store staff by;

-recruiting

-selecting

-orienting

-training employees

Maintain store staff job results by coaching, counselling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.

Achieve financial objectives by preparing;

-annual budget

-scheduling expenditures

-analyzing variances

-initiating corrective actions

Identify current and future customer requirements by establishing rapport with potential and actual customers and other persons in a position to understand service requirements

Ensure availability of merchandise and services by approving contracts; maintaining inventories

Formulate pricing policies by reviewing merchandising activities; determining additional needed sales promotion; authorizing clearance sales; studying trends.

Market merchandise by studying advertising, sales promotion, and display plans; analyzing operating and financial statements for profitability ratios

Secure merchandise by implementing security systems and measures

Protect employees and customers by providing a safe and clean store environment

Maintain the stability and reputation of the store by complying with legal requirements

Determine marketing strategy changes by reviewing operating and financial statements and departmental sales records

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies

Maintain operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures

Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Maintain sales volume, product mix, and selling price by keeping current with supply and demand, changing trends, economic indicators, and competitors

Establish sales objectives by forecasting and developing annual sales quotas for regions and territories; projecting expected sales volume and profit for existing and new products

Determine annual unit and gross-profit plans by implementing marketing strategies; analyzing trends and results

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

School attended : Lincoln Heights Secondary

Highest school Qualification : Matric with exemption

Subjects : English (HG)

Afrikaans (HG)

Mathematics (SG)

Business Economics (HG)

Accounting (HG)

Economics (HG)

Other Accomplishments : Maths Olympiad

Computer Olympiad

Leadership roles : Prefect Standard five

Prefect Matric

TERTIARY EDUCATION

UNISA : BA Psychology (incomplete)

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

ICDL – International Computer Driving License

oMS Word

oMS Excel

oMS Power Point

oMS Outlook

oSAP

oEmotional Intelligence

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & COURSES

oSelling skills

oHow business works

oBe safe

oDiversity

oFloor manager academy

oMiddle management

oIndustrial relations management

o Retail Finance management

oPlanning leading organizing and controlling

oPresentation skills

oAssertiveness and conflict handling

oDelegation and monitoring

oCounseling and coaching

oCommunication skills

oLeadership skills

oMotivational skills

oSelection and recruitment

oPerformance management

oDeveloping your people

oStore management skills

oHR management

oProject management

oManaging Hiv & Aids in the workplace

oIntroduction to SAP

oSAP Retail

oSAP BI

oGeneral Product Knowledge Courses

REFERENCES

Miss Hunadi Matlala (Massbuild) 076-***-**** – Regional HR Manager

Mrs Usheema Ramnarain (Massbuild) 082-***-**** – HR Manager

Mr Senzo Sithole (Massbuild) 071-***-**** – Sales Executive

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