Gershom Trimble

Forklift Driver - South African Breweries (pty) Ltd SAB - Warehouse Dept

(2024-01 - 2025-12)

Managed an essential process of offloading and loading all delivery trucks within the warehouse.
Ensuring all deliveries are completed and done within a specific time frame creating no backing up of trucks and efficient turnaround time.
The outcome of achieving a specific time frame when loading and unloading means that the department will reach their quota for the month or week.
Making sure all safety protocols and procedures are adhered to whilst operating in the warehouse.
Basic house keeping done on a daily basis aswell as maintaining the company standards while operating your forklift.
Vigilence required when operating a forklift in the warehouse as accidents do occur frequently and also having knowledge of where products are sitrusted to prevent collisions.

Machine Operator - South African Breweries (pty) Ltd SAB - Packaging Dept

(2023-01 - 2024-12)

Managed and oversaw a particular machine performing a specific function that allows the conveyor to operate smoothly and avoid the production line from stopping.
Ensuring the machine runs and performs optimally without any breakdowns and preventing jams occuring less frequently.
Focusing on all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure the well being of you and your colleagues.
Routine maintenance done 2/3 times a year where you as the operator personally do a thorough assessment on the machine in order to check which parts needs to be replaced or repaired. There after you'll do a deep cleanse on all parts of the machine.
Collaborated with marketing teams to develop targeted promotional campaigns that drove customer interest and engagement

Sales Representative - Coca-Cola (pty) ltd Peninsula Beverages - Supermarket Channel

(2008-01 - 2014-12)

Strengthened brand reputation by delivering superior customer experiences that fostered loyalty and repeat business.
Evaluated sales metrics to identify areas for improvement, implementing strategic changes to increase success rates.
Attended ongoing training sessions to stay current on trends, market conditions and product offerings and applying knowledge gained to better serve customers.
Cash register operation and store organization.
Informed product selections and expense reporting.

Sales Consultant / Visual Merchandiser - Levi Strauss SA (pty) ltd - Levis Store Cavendish Square

(2005-01 - 2008-12)

Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business and recommend optimal solutions.
Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations specific product promotions.
Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high potential accounts.
Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
Maintained up to date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and specific standards.
Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking and relationship building.
Conducted product demos to educate customers on features, benefits and competitive advantages.

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