Samuel Riche
Lusaka
Summary
Thank you for considering my application for this position. I am a highly-motivated, passionate, energetic and commercially-focused team worker who understands the importance of self discipline, high standards and prioritizing my work in line with the company objectives.
In recent years, I have developed excellent communication and interpersonal skills, which means i will consistently be a positive role model while dealing with customers and collaborating with my coworkers.
If you hire me, I will take ownership of difficult challenges and problems, seek ways to help increase sales and take a cost-conscious approach to my work to help save money and increase profits.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing Manager
BIST Sneakers
Longacres Mall Lusaka
08.2023 - Current
- Increase brand awareness by developing and implementing strategic marketing campaigns.
- Boosting sales performance through the creation of engaging promotional materials and targeted advertising strategies.
- Manage social media accounts for optimal audience engagement and increased online presence.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new opportunities, adjusting marketing plans accordingly for maximum effectiveness.
Store Manager
Studio88 Zambia Limited
Eastpark Mall
10.2015 - 08.2023
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
Stockroom Associates
Edcon Jet Stores
Levy Junction & Iringa Mall
11.2011 - 10.2015
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Applied proper safety procedures in stockroom, and store, and immediately informed management of safety concerns.
- Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate
- Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
- Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations
- Performed weekly inventory counts to verify stock levels.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
Cashier
Foodlover's Market
Levy Junction Mall
12.2010 - 01.2011
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
Education
Diploma In Management Studies - Management Studies
National Institute of Public Administration (NIPA
Lusaka 10.2019
Grade 12 Certificate -
Munali Boys High School
Lusaka 12.2007
Skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Interpersonal skill
- Collaboration/ Team work
- Organizing and prioritizing
- Computer proficiency
- Commercial awareness
- Operations Management
- Competitor Monitoring
- Promotional planning
- Accurate money handling
Skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Interpersonal skill
- Collaboration/ Team work
- Organizing and prioritizing
- Computer proficiency
- Commercial awareness
- Operations Management
- Competitor Monitoring
- Promotional planning
- Accurate money handling
Timeline
Marketing Manager
BIST Sneakers
08.2023 - Current
Store Manager
Studio88 Zambia Limited
10.2015 - 08.2023
Stockroom Associates
Edcon Jet Stores
11.2011 - 10.2015
Cashier
Foodlover's Market
12.2010 - 01.2011
Diploma In Management Studies - Management Studies
National Institute of Public Administration (NIPA
Grade 12 Certificate -
Munali Boys High School