Khayalethu Kewu, Warehouse Manager
Mthatha, ****, South African, 066-***-****, ********@*****.***, string SUMMARY Dynamic Stores/Warehouse Manager with over 5 years of experience in retail operations and team leadership. Proven expertise in inventory management, vendor relations, and compliance with safety regulations. Achievements include consistently meeting sales targets while managing operational budgets effectively. Skilled in staff training and development, ensuring a motivated workforce. Ready to bring strategic and operational excellence to drive success in any warehouse or store environment.
WORK EXPERIENCE
09/2011 – 10/2011 Field Work in the Census Project, Statistics South Africa Pretoria Executed comprehensive counting of dwellings and individuals for census accuracy.
06/2014 – 05/2016 Liquor Store Controller/supervisor, USave Shoprite Mthatha Mthatha Managed cashier operations and completed OBS reporting Oversaw ordering and receiving processes, while capturing invoices and managing cash office duties
Handled product returns efficiently.
07/2019 – 01/2023 Branch Manager, USave Shoprite Mthatha Ensured compliance with food safety regulations
Recruited and trained new employees effectively
Cultivated vendor relationships and managed orders Scheduled staff efficiently to meet branch demands Executed administrative duties meticulously
Produced accurate and timely reporting.
10/2023 – Present Assistant Manager, Boxer Superstore Mthatha Supervise and motivate staff while promoting team empowerment Evaluate daily store operations to identify improvement areas Implemented operational policies and procedures to enhance efficiency Drove sales performance by establishing targets and formulating customer retention strategies
Monitored branch budgets closely, ensuring alignment with financial objectives and prudent expense management
Compiled and presented regular reports on branch performance metrics Managed inventory levels to guarantee product availability for customers Oversaw compliance with relevant laws and company policies Ensured maintenance standards were upheld, fostering a safe and healthy work environment.
EDUCATION
2008 – 2010 Port St John's High School
STD 10 (Grade 12), Business Studies and Mathematics Literacy
Port St Johns
SKILLS Cashier Ordering
Receiving Capturing Invoices
Staff Management Operational Management
Inventory Management Leadership
Training Communication
Problem Solving Management
Motivating Empowering
Employee Relations
LANGUAGES IsiXhosa English
REFERENCES Salvador Ncele
Regional Manager, Boxer Superstore
Chunyiswa Diniso
Admin Manager, Shoprite
Nkosiyazi Malindi
Branch Manager, Boxer Superstore
Thobela Mvukuzo
Store Manager, USave Shoprite