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Tenielle Truter

Tenielle Truter

Supply Chain Masters Student
Plettenberg Bay

Summary

I am a proactive and motivated individual, who can work well under pressure to meet required deadlines. When given a task, I will execute it to the best of my ability and will always go the extra mile to achieve customer satisfaction and business performance goals.


I am an easy going person that can easily adapt to a new crowd and/or environment. I am always open to new challenges and eager to learn new skills.


Being a student of the ISLI MSc Global Supply Chain Management program at Kedge Business School in Bordeaux, France, I am currently in search of an end-of-study internship for 4-6 months within the retail supply chain industry, starting from July 2023.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Marketing Leader

31st ISLI FORUM Kedge Business School
Bordeaux
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • Co-ordinate and delegated tasks to various team members.
  • Identified appropriate marketing channels and target customers for campaigns.
  • Created social media profiles such as Instagram and LinkedIn to help reach a wider audience and to create brand awareness for the forum and the company speakers/sponsors involved in the event. As well as to stay connected to current, future and past alumni and company sponsors/speakers.
  • Created improved event marketing objectives by constructing communication initiatives and branding strategies to increase client outreach.
  • Wrote engaging and successful marketing and advertising copy.
  • Created customized marketing materials to increase event awareness.
  • Created visual content that was appealing to viewers and that in-line with and adhered to all participating parties marketing regulations.
  • Developed creative presentations, visual displays for social media platforms and print media.
  • Made use of third-party applications (Linktree) to help distribute information and increase event sales.
  • Worked closely with speaker and sponsoring teams, as well as the head of Kedge Business School marketing, to create and maintain marketing materials for event and social media.
  • Tracked key performance indicators to measure success of campaigns.


Programs Used:

  • Linktree
  • Adobe (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign & Acrobat)
  • Canva
  • ProCreate
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Social Platforms: Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook.

Student Mission

Kedge Business School
Bordeaux
10.2022 - 05.2023

Mission Theme:

The transition towards creating circular economy in the tyre industry.


Background:

The Mission assignment was a student group project, consisting of three (3) members. During our mission study we conducted research on various ways the tyre industry can successfully implement circular economy within their supply chain.

  • Conducted secondary research in the topic of extending the life cycle of tyre materials and how tyre can become more environmentally friendly etc.
  • Collaborated with various industry professionals to gather primary data.
  • Created visual presentations to report our findings.
  • Created a 3D simulation using Simio to visually represent the supply chain of the tyre industry.


Programs used:

  • Simio

Board of Trustees Member

The River Club Homeowners Association
Plettenberg Bay
04.2021 - 04.2023
  • Served as advocate and ambassador for the River Club HOA by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance the estate living.
  • Developed new approaches to help with effective resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to resident demands.
  • Prepared and presented reports to inform board on organizational progress and goals.
  • Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute initiatives to Improve estate living.
  • Assisted with development of organizational budgets and resource allocation plans.
  • Monitored financial metric and provided strategic direction to support financial stability.
  • Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate short- and long-term success.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to drive HOA growth and development.
  • Provided guidance and leadership on strategic planning initiatives and organizational development.
  • Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve estate offerings.
  • Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize HOA performance.
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Oversaw and created HOA communications.
  • Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to residents.
  • Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.

Sales Consultant Representative

Nolans Flooring & Blinds
Plettenberg Bay
10.2021 - 07.2022
  • Built relationships with suppliers to promote long term business growth and competitive advantage.
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
  • Quoted prices and credit terms.
  • Organized third-party transportation services based on the clients needs.
  • Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits and design combinations.
  • Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss their needs and recommend optimal design and product solutions.
  • Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
  • Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address customer needs.
  • Generated new leads through networking and attending industry events.
  • Developed and implemented marketing plans to increase brand awareness and drive sales.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales.
  • Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
  • Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
  • Developed, maintained and utilized diverse client base.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
  • Attended weekly sales meetings and sales trainings.
  • Kept detailed records of daily activities.
  • Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
  • Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
  • Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.
  • Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
  • Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.
  • Stayed current on company offerings and industry trends.


Programs Used:

  • Sage Pastel
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Canva
  • ProCreate

Freelance Social Media and Website Manager

Travail Marketing
Plettenberg Bay
07.2021 - 09.2021
  • Assisted with regular website content changes.
  • Collected and responded to user feedback through iterative improvements to site structure and content.
  • Created consistent structural input format to maintain site continuity by authoring and implementing best-practices for designers and content providers.
  • Collaborated with business development personnel to verify compliance with customer requirements.
  • Wrote engaging and successful marketing and advertising copy.
  • Created customized marketing materials to increase brand awareness.
  • Created visual content that was appealing to viewers.
  • Developed creative presentations, visual displays for social media platforms.
  • Tracked key performance indicators to measure success of campaigns.


Programs Used:

  • Linktree
  • Adobe (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign & Acrobat)
  • Canva
  • Monday.com
  • Sked Social
  • Facebook Business Suites
  • Wix
  • Wordpress
  • MailChimp
  • Social Platforms: Instagram, Facebook.

Intern Schemes Mananager

AppPROP Property Management
Plettenberg Bay
10.2020 - 07.2021
  • Served as advocate and ambassador for various Homeowners Associations (HOAs) and Sectional Title properties by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance the estate living.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Developed new approaches to help with effective resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to resident demands.
  • Prepared and presented reports to inform board on organizational progress and goals.
  • Collaborated with board members to develop and execute initiatives to Improve estate living.
  • Assisted with development of organizational budgets and resource allocation plans.
  • Monitored financial metric and provided strategic direction to support financial stability.
  • Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate short- and long-term success.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to drive HOA/ Sectional Title growth and development.
  • Provided guidance and leadership on strategic planning initiatives and organizational development.
  • Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve estate offerings.
  • Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize HOA/ Sectional Title performance.
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Oversaw and created HOA/ Sectional Title communications.
  • Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to residents.
  • Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.

Social Media Executive & Web Content Editor

Rumour Has It Digital & Creative
Stellenbosch
03.2020 - 06.2021
  • Increased customer engagement through social media.
  • Developed custom marketing content such as promotional materials, and advertisements for social media.
  • Monitored online presence of company's brand to engage with users and strengthen customer relationships.
  • Designed and implemented social media strategies to align with business goals.
  • Analyzed and reported social media and online marketing campaign results.
  • Developed and managed content calendars for each platform to establish timely and relevant posts.
  • Oversaw social media presence and aligned posts to include branding and trending ideas.
  • Assisted with regular website content changes.
  • Collected and responded to user feedback through iterative improvements to site structure and content.
  • Wrote engaging and successful marketing and advertising copy.
  • Assisted with CRM setups and updates using Zoho CRM.


Programs used:

  • Zoho One (Workdrive, Sprints, CRM, Social, Projects, Cliq & Meetings)
  • Adobe (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, XD)
  • Canva
  • Google Drive
  • Facebook Business Suites
  • Shopify
  • Wordpress
  • Social Platforms: Instagram, Facebook.

Co-owner / Manager

Solace Clothing
Plettenberg Bay
11.2018 - 06.2019
  • Created business proposal
  • Represented signing authority
  • Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate, and support sustainability objectives.
  • Drove implementation of new market expansion to propel business forward and adapt to market changes.
  • Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Collaborated with development teams, internal customers, and product line management to verify delivery of desired quality requirements to distributors.
  • Sourced suppliers.
  • Established product designs.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Monitored performance, identified areas of improvement and devised solutions to address areas of weakness.
  • Improved operational efficiencies to reduce costs and improve productivity.
  • Reported weekly and monthly financial accounts.
  • Managed all financial accounts.
  • Managed financial operations and investments to maximize profits and minimize costs.
  • Created and maintained customer-centric culture to drive customer satisfaction and expand customer base.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Managed daily and monthly in-store and external operations.

Co-Owner /Manager of Operations

Belle Âme Clothing
Plettenberg Bay
11.2017 - 06.2019
  • Created business proposal
  • Represented signing authority
  • Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate, and support sustainability objectives.
  • Drove implementation of new market expansion to propel business forward and adapt to market changes.
  • Collaborated with development teams, internal customers, and product line management to verify delivery of desired quality requirements to distributors.
  • Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Sourced suppliers.
  • Established product designs.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Monitored performance, identified areas of improvement and devised solutions to address areas of weakness.
  • Improved operational efficiencies to reduce costs and improve productivity.
  • Reported weekly and monthly financial accounts.
  • Managed all financial accounts.
  • Managed financial operations and investments to maximize profits and minimize costs.
  • Created and maintained customer-centric culture to drive customer satisfaction and expand customer base.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Managed daily and monthly in-store and external operations.

Office Assistant

Robberg Estates
Plettenberg Bay
11.2014 - 12.2016

This was seasonal work only from November to January during school holidays.

  • Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
  • Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
  • Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
  • Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Supported staff on special assignments and ad hoc projects.
  • Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
  • Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
  • Purchased and maintained office supplies.

Promotional Work

DGB; Plett Polo; Promotions 4 You
Plettenberg Bay
06.2014 - 12.2016
  • Identified interested and qualified customers to provide potential customers with additional information regarding product.
  • Built professional network to establish and maintain relationships with community contacts, providers and others who may refer potential leads.
  • Organized and stocked merchandise to keep necessary levels for sales demand.
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with customers.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to drive satisfaction.
  • Maintained clean, organized and professional work environment.
  • Provided product samples, coupons and informational brochures to persuade people to buy products.
  • Set up and broke down promotional booths and tents and talked to potential customers for successful promotional events.
  • Maintained accurate records of promotional events and customer interactions.
  • Monitored customer preferences to determine focus of sales efforts.
  • Demonstrated products to customers to illustrate features, advantages and benefits.
  • Engaged customers to communicate key product features.
  • Greeted customers warmly and pleasantly answered inquiries.
  • Worked with team to achieve sales goals for products.
  • Planned and organized sampling events by working hand-in-hand with retail store managers and leaders.
  • Developed and executed promotional campaigns to drive brand awareness and sales.

Education

Master of Science - Global Supply Chain Management

Kedge Business School
Bordeaux, France
09.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Commerce Honours - Supply Chain Management

IMM Graduate School
Stellenbosch, South Africa
02.2021 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing And Management Science

IMM Graduate School
Stellenbosch, South Africa
02.2018 - 11.2020

High School Diploma -

Wittedrift High School
Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
01.2012 - 11.2016

Skills

    Communications management

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Software

Sage Pastel

Canva

Procreate

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

SQL

Python

Simio

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat

Zoho One

Shopify

Wix

WordPress

Tableau

Microsoft Outlook

Certification

COUPA

Timeline

TOSA

05-2023

COUPA

03-2023

Le Wagon France

02-2023

Marketing Leader

31st ISLI FORUM Kedge Business School
12.2022 - 06.2023

Student Mission

Kedge Business School
10.2022 - 05.2023

Master of Science - Global Supply Chain Management

Kedge Business School
09.2022 - Current

Sales Consultant Representative

Nolans Flooring & Blinds
10.2021 - 07.2022

Freelance Social Media and Website Manager

Travail Marketing
07.2021 - 09.2021

Board of Trustees Member

The River Club Homeowners Association
04.2021 - 04.2023

Bachelor of Commerce Honours - Supply Chain Management

IMM Graduate School
02.2021 - 06.2022

Intern Schemes Mananager

AppPROP Property Management
10.2020 - 07.2021

Social Media Executive & Web Content Editor

Rumour Has It Digital & Creative
03.2020 - 06.2021

IELTS

02-2020

Bio Sculpture

12-2019

Introduction to Graphic Design

09-2019

Co-owner / Manager

Solace Clothing
11.2018 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing And Management Science

IMM Graduate School
02.2018 - 11.2020

Co-Owner /Manager of Operations

Belle Âme Clothing
11.2017 - 06.2019

TEFL Business

03-2017

TEFL English

01-2017

Office Assistant

Robberg Estates
11.2014 - 12.2016

Promotional Work

DGB; Plett Polo; Promotions 4 You
06.2014 - 12.2016

High School Diploma -

Wittedrift High School
01.2012 - 11.2016
Tenielle TruterSupply Chain Masters Student