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- 1. David van Heerde Little Dene, Handleton Common, Lane End, Bucks, HP14 3LA Mobile: 07972143277 Email: dave.vanheerde@gmail.com Successful and Experienced Retail and Trade Professional Profile Strong knowledge of the trade and retail industry gained whilst working in a variety of positions including as General Manager for the leading South African supplier of capital equipment to the paint industry, Lejn Limited. Previous experience includes sales and service of laboratory testing equipment, automated shaking and tinting equipment and colour management software. Currently seeking to secure full-time permanent employment with an organisation that provides the opportunity for career advancement for competent workers. Professional Assets  Superior customer service skills demonstrated whilst working in the retail paint industry, hospitality and IT industry sectors  Fourteen years’ experience in the provision of equipment for the retail paint industry including eight years servicing laboratory test instruments and automated shaking and tinting equipment  Excellent written and verbal communication skills used to negotiate the purchase of equipment and software for Lejn Limited, South Africa  Outstanding organisational and time management skills used in current position to prioritise workload in order to meet deadlines  An analytical thinker with highly-developed problem-solving skills utilised in current position to resolve customer hardware, software and colourant issues and minimise customer downtime  Strong awareness of the need to ensure the safety of all people in the workplace  Proven ability to deliver on commitments and complete work of the highest standard  Demonstrated ability to work autonomously or as a productive team member Career Summary Fast & Fluid Management, Manchester Service Engineer Jan 2015 – Present The Chequers Inn, Marlow Landlord Jul 2011 – Dec 2014 Fego Café, Ascot General Manager Mar 2009 – Jun 2011 Telecom Solutions International Operations Manager Mar 2007 – Dec 2008 Lejn Limited, South Africa General Manager 2002 – 2007 Lejn Limited, South Africa Product Manager 1998 – 2002 Lejn Limited, South Africa Sales Rep/Account Manager 1996 – 1997
- 2. Relevant Experience Fast & Fluid Management, Manchester Service Engineer Jan 2015 – Present Working as a sub-contractor for the Manchester branch of the Netherlands-based company installing newly purchased equipment, carrying out preventative maintenance, and repairing existing equipment throughout the southern part of the UK. Telecom Solutions International Operations manager Mar 2007 – Dec 2008 An independent business-to-business communications provider supporting companies with Shoretel voice and data solutions. Managed a team of 4 engineers and 4 internal support staff. Responsible for installation scheduling and product sourcing. Escalation point for customer implementations. Made redundant due to telecoms downturn in 2008. Fego Caffe - Ascot General Manager Mar 2009 – June 2011 A 74 seater restaurant serving breakfast and lunches. Roles include staff recruitment and training, stock controls and ordering, opening and closing duties. The Chequers Inn July 2011-Jan 2015 Landlord of a country pub and restaurant, near Marlow with full financial responsibilities and personal investment. Created full events management program. Responsible for staff recruitment, management and training, stock ordering and controls, cellar management, menu development. Recently relinquished tenancy on completion of 3 year term to re-enter corporate business environment for career progression. Lejn Limited, South Africa General Manager 2002 – 2007 Experience included:-  Expanded service division to create agencies in all major cities across South Africa and increased the team to six Engineers  Retained contracts with largest customers including Dulux and Plascon  Improved SLA from 24 hour to 4 hour on-site response  Negotiated preferred supplier contract with overseas principals  Project management of key implementations – Dulux & Plascon Change overs. Achievements  Increased annual profit by 100% during first year as General Manager and by 50% for each of the two subsequent years  Established corporate structure and sold the company on behalf of the shareholders in 2007 Lejn Limited, South Africa Product Manager 1997 – 2002  Retained sales and service responsibility for key clients  Responsible for the specification and design of equipment to customer requirements  Sourced appropriate solutions for clients  Negotiated the purchase of equipment and software for company  Created pricing strategy Lejn Limited, South Africa Sales Rep / Account Manager 1995 – 1997  Responsible for sales of laboratory test instruments from Sheen Instruments, UK, automated tinting and shaking equipment imported from Fast & Fluid, The Netherlands, and colour management software from Largo AB, Sweden  Received product training from manufacturers in the UK, Sweden and The Netherlands which enabled the provision of after sales and service for customers
- 3. Qualifications and Training Prince 2 – Practitioner & Foundation Status 2008 Small Business Management Training 1998 Sales Management Training 1998 Leadership Training 1999 Largo Match 2000 Paint Manufacturing Software 2001 Additional Information Interests: Rugby, golf, fishing and horse riding Referees: Information is available on request