Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
REFERENCES
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GAEDIWE GAKEPINA

MAUN

Summary

Retail sales professional versed in product placement and merchandising. Extensive experience in inventory management and shipment processing. Proficient Sales Supervisor with a knack for motivating sales team to increase overall performance. Well-versed in reports generation, purchase orders, product delivery and customer issues resolution.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Shop Assistant

STYLE
06.2024 - Current


  • Checked incoming orders and organized new stock.
  • Assisted customers in finding items and explained benefits and services to increase sales and satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve overall store goals and objectives.
  • Collected payment by cash, debit or credit card and used Point of Sale system to process transaction.
  • Managed product displays, showcasing new arrivals or bestsellers for increased visibility and sales opportunities.

CASHIER

MIDAS MAUN
02.2021 - 03.2023


  • Enhanced store sales by upselling products and suggesting additional items to customers.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Developed strong product knowledge, enabling effective recommendations tailored to individual customer needs.
  • Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

ICT DYNAMICS
02.2013 - 10.2017
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
  • Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
  • Tracked office supplies and restocked low items to keep team members on-task and productive.
  • Safeguarded company information by maintaining strict confidentiality protocols and ensuring secure document storage practices.
  • Facilitated smooth operations by maintaining updated inventory records, anticipating supply needs, and placing timely orders for essential materials.


BRANCH MANAGER

A TO Z
05.1996 - 07.2023
  • Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
  • Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocation.
  • Implemented effective sales strategies to achieve branch targets and exceed expectations consistently.
  • Managed branch financials including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking for accurate reporting and decision-making support.


Education

MAUN SECONDARY SCHOOL
MAUN BOTSWANA

DRESS MAKING

MAUN VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE
MAUN

Skills

  • Product Knowledge
  • Inventory Management
  • Product Promotions
  • Upselling strategies
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Customer Service
  • Cash Handling

REFERENCES

Available on Request

Timeline

Shop Assistant

STYLE
06.2024 - Current

CASHIER

MIDAS MAUN
02.2021 - 03.2023

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

ICT DYNAMICS
02.2013 - 10.2017

BRANCH MANAGER

A TO Z
05.1996 - 07.2023

MAUN SECONDARY SCHOOL

DRESS MAKING

MAUN VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE
GAEDIWE GAKEPINA