CEO - PMB Office National

• Mar 2016 - Present

As CEO I am the head honcho responsible for all aspects of the running of the business. From the day to day stuff, to the really big picture problems. This includes developing and implementing strategic plans, maintaining an open dialogue with all stakeholders, and driving organizational success and financial well-being.Welcome to a new stationery world where convenience meets affordability and friendly service!PMB Office National has joined forces with Bargain Basket PMB (servicing the greater Pietermaritzburg area since 1998) to bring you an unequaled collective range of school and office stationery as well as paper, computer consumables, janitorial products and office furniture.Service excellence and unbeatable pricing has always been our gateway to success and we will strive to continue bringing you the best service and the best pricing in the area. We now offer you the best of both worlds: local, expert knowledge and national purchasing strength. Anywhere, anytime ordering through our website is now a reality, but if you prefer we are also only a phone call or e-mail away!With over 70 outlets across the country, we bring a whole new meaning to being local. We are the largest independently owned provider of office products and stationery in South Africa and we are committed to providing only the best service to you.At Office National “We Mean Business”! Show less

Member of the Board of Directors - OFFICE NATIONAL AFRICA

• Jan 2018 - Feb 2020

Property Consultant

• Oct 2015 - Feb 2016

Providing an essential service in finding and bringing together the sellers and buyers of all types of immovable property including houses, farms, factories, workshops, shops and offices. Discuss and put together the most effective marketing plan for the seller’s property. Act as negotiator between sellers and buyers and bring about agreement as to the price, date of occupation and many other factors. Perform many other administrative functions, including liaising with bond originators and conveying attorneys, giving marketing feedback to sellers, writing advertisements, advertising on social media and updating web portal information on properties. Show less

Owner and executive manager

• Feb 1999 - Sep 2015

I led the planning, start up and opening of the new branch. Exceeded the sales targets & profit goals from the first year in this company with a multi-million Rand annual turnover. Developed many entry-level and leadership positions. Oversee full complement of retail store operations. Budgeting and cost controls. Customer service excellence. Team building. Training and skills development. Supervision. Inventory management. Merchandising strategies. Cash and credit management. Analysing statistical data. Social media marketing. Advertising. Full scope of HR duties. All office management duties. Show less

Teacher (HOD)

• Jan 1998 - Dec 1998

Afrikaans First Additional Language Grade 10-12 Afrikaans First Additional Language Grade 10-12

Teacher

• Jan 1994 - Jul 1997

Afrikaans First Additional Language Grade 8-11 Mathematics Grade 8-12 Afrikaans First Additional Language Grade 8-11 Mathematics Grade 8-12

Teacher

• Jan 1993 - Dec 1993

Mathematics: Grade 9-11 Mathematics: Grade 9-11

Teacher

• Jan 1991 - Dec 1992

Afrikaans FAL: Grade 8-12 Afrikaans First Language: Grade 8 & 9 Afrikaans FAL: Grade 8-12 Afrikaans First Language: Grade 8 & 9