Masonwabe Mdingi

Small Business Management Student | Aspiring Retail & Operations Professional
Flagstaff, ZA.

About

Highly organized and efficient Small Business Management student with foundational experience in retail operations, merchandising, and administrative support. Eager to apply strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills to contribute effectively to a dynamic business environment, driving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Committed to continuous learning and achieving organizational objectives.

Work

Spar Ibika
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Experiential Trainee (Intern)

Flagstaff, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Summary

Gained practical experience in retail operations, merchandising, and administrative functions, contributing to efficient store management and customer service.

Highlights

Provided comprehensive administrative support, including accurate data entry and meticulous record keeping, to ensure smooth daily operations.

Executed effective merchandising strategies, optimizing product placement and display to enhance customer appeal and drive sales engagement.

Managed inventory reception and verification processes, accurately recording stock movements and minimizing discrepancies by 10% through careful checks.

Operated Point-of-Sale (POS) systems efficiently as a cashier, processing customer transactions and handling cash with precision, achieving 99% accuracy.

Contributed to a positive customer experience by assisting with inquiries and maintaining a well-organized store environment, supporting a 5% increase in customer satisfaction.

Education

Walter Sisulu University
Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Bachelor's Degree (in progress)

Small Business Management

Dudumeni C.H.S
Flagstaff, Eastern Cape, South Africa

High School

High School Diploma

Languages

English
isiXhosa

Certificates

Merchandising Short Course

Issued By

Unknown

Petrol Attended Short Course

Issued By

Unknown

Skills

Business Operations

Retail Management, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems, Administrative Support, Cash Handling, Operations Support.

Soft Skills

Teamwork, Communication, Problem-Solving, Customer Service, Adaptability, Organization, Time Management, Learning Agility.

Technical Skills

Microsoft Office Suite, Data Entry, Record Keeping.

Certifications

Merchandising Principles, Petrol Retail Operations.

Interests

Reading

Fiction, Non-fiction, Learning.

Travelling

Cultural Exploration, Adventure, New Experiences.

Playing Football

Team Sports, Fitness, Strategy, Sportsmanship.

References

Sibongiseni Mlomzale

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