Quality Assurance Control
Resume:
Carren Ashiley Zvandikona
** ******** **** ****** ** Gama, Muizenberg, Cape Town South Africa, 7945
*************@*****.*** / 060*******
Professional summary
Diligent and meticulous with a steady record managing inventory and bookkeeping for a manufacturing company.
Moderate understanding of financial and regulatory requirements. Experienced in analysing financial data to estimate future costs and revenues.
Able to assist with business planning decisions e.g. creating budgets and internal reports for the finance team.
Quality Planning, Quality Assurance, Quality Control and Continuous improvement.
Inventory controller skilled at improving inventory workflows and reviewing physical and digital information.
Dedicated and results-driven sales professional with a passion for fashion and clothing industry.
Skilled in product knowledge, styling advice, and creating memorable shopping experiences.
Experienced in upselling and cross-selling to maximize revenue opportunities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a keen eye for detail and a knack for staying current on fashion trends.
A proactive team player who thrives in fast-paced environments and is committed to delivering top-notch sales performance.
Skills
Budgeting and forecasting.
Financial analysis.
Knowledge of accounting software such as QuickBooks, Pastel and Xero.
Microsoft software proficiency, Data Analysis and Workflow management.
Inventory Controls investigation, General ledger accounting and Mathematical comprehension, Basic Business Understanding necessary to successfully work with industries outside of finance.
Professional Experience
Quality Controller – Cosmetics Manufacturing Company
Check the quality of incoming materials from suppliers and outgoing finished product to the customer.
Ensure products meet customer expectations based on company objectives.
Ensuring all deadlines and commitments are met, documents are accurate, and tasks completed.
Maintaining quality standards of materials and components used in production to ensure product compliance as well as customer satisfaction.
Set up Bill of Materials on inventory software> a comprehensive list of all the raw materials and components required to manufacture a product, list of ingredients, quantities and specifications of each component needed to manufacture a product.
Planning Bill of Materials> plan production scheduling, materials, and Inventory management to facilitate communication between manufacturing, suppliers, and sales.
Review Manufacturing Bill of Materials checklist used on the production floor (Production Orders) to ensure that all components and raw materials are assembled and installed accurately to reduce the likelihood of errors during production such as incorrect components and materials.
Perform Quality Control of BOMs to verify that the final product meets specifications and quality standards.
Communicate the results of inspections and put forward corrective suggestions.
Monitor & revise existing QC & QA processes to increase efficiency.
Inventory Control- Cosmetics Manufacturing Company
Devising ways to optimize inventory control procedures.
Predicting future demands for products based on historical data, market trends and other factors.
Setting reorder points: establishing the minimum quantity of a product that should trigger a reorder to maintain optimal stock levels.
Safety stock management: maintaining buffer stock to account for uncertainties in demand, lead times, and supply chain disruptions.
Just-in-time inventory: Adopting a lean inventory management approach to reduce holding costs and improve operational efficiency.
Inventory tracking and monitoring: Using inventory management software or systems to track stock levels, streamline replenishment processes, ensuring BOM’s are accurate and reduce errors.
Coordinate inventory counts and resolve variances.
Compile and maintain reports to track performances and KPI’s and deliver reports to management.
Review WIP to ensure accuracy, investigate reasons for variances and drive corrective actions.
Complete landed cost calculations for imported raw materials and ensure inventory is valued correctly.
Bookkeeping and Admin
Support finance with the recording and monitoring of business financial transactions, bringing the books to trial balance stage.
Keep a record of all business-related expenditures by recording transactions such as purchases and expenses to keep the business organized.
Managing petty cash, maintaining office supplies as well as coordinating equipment maintenance.
Organize and maintain office filing system.
Conducting research (data, facts and figures required by management to base decisions on) and preparing reports.
Interacting with business unit line managers on financial outcomes, expense trends.
Creation of budgets and cash flow forecasts for various departments.
Provide high-level administrative support to management.
Assist marketing department with all backend website building, such as, Amazon, Takealot, Shopify, Superbalist, B2B, WEB supplier.
Conducts research to assist with new projects and inquiries.
Sales Associate- Clothing Industry- driving revenue and building customer relationships.
Customer Assistance: greet and assist customers in finding products that meet their needs and preferences.
Offer personalized styling advice, recommend coordinating pieces, and help customers try on garments.
Answer customer questions and provide detailed information about products.
Upselling and Cross-Selling: suggest additional items or accessories to complement a customer's purchase, increasing the value of each transaction.
Visual Merchandising: help maintain store displays by organizing merchandise, creating attractive product presentations, and ensuring that the store layout enhances the shopping experience.
Stock Management: monitor inventory levels, conduct stock checks, and communicate with management about popular items that need restocking.
Point-of-Sale Operations: operate cash registers, process transactions, handle returns, and maintain a tidy checkout area.
Customer Service: address customer complaints, issues, and feedback in a professional and courteous manner, aiming to resolve problems and leave customers satisfied.
Promotions and Sales Events: promote exclusive offers, discounts, and sales events to drive traffic to the store and increase sales.
Brand Representation: embody the brand values and culture, contributing to
a positive brand image and fostering brand loyalty among customers.
Education
1.B. Tech in Cost and Management Accounting: Vaal University of Technology, Johannesburg, South Africa - March 2018
Main modules. Financial reporting, Management Accounting, Economics, Systems and Project Management, Business Ethics
2.Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting: Vaal University of Technology, Johannesburg, South Africa - March 2019
Main modules. Financial Accounting, Cost & Management Accounting, Organizational Management, Economics, Taxation, Auditing & Statistics.
Documents
Valid Passport
Accounting Certificates
REFERENCES
Pepper Tree Bath & Body Cape Town
Nick Human
Sedgars Department Store Vereeniging
Muhammed Flats/ Willies
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