Neil Harper

Experience

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  Atlas Aircraft - Denel Aviation

  Jan 1990 - Apr 1992

  Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice
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  MultiChoice

  Apr 1992 - Jun 1993

  Customer Services - Gauteng
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  Cross Country Containers

  Apr 1993 - Jun 1996

  Logistics and Shipping Clerk
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  Sturrock Grindrod Maritime

  Jul 1996 - Jul 1999

  Mitchell Cotts Maritime - Shipping Sales
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  Liquidmoon Graphx cc

  Jul 1999 - Jan 2002

  Co-Owner
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  Stage 1 Tarpaulins / Project Management cc

  Feb 2002 - Jul 2009

  General Administration, Sales and Marketing

  Sales and Administration

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  Stage 1 Tarpaulins (Pty) Ltd

  Jul 2009 - Jul 2012

  Managing Director
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  LMSA Group

  Aug 2012 - May 2014

  General Manager

  Full service project jobing in the Canvas and PVC converting industry.Own business involved detailed costing models that I developed and maintained in extensive excel spreadsheets. Virtually every job was different and each project costing (quotations/estimates), delivered from measurement to manufacture and delivery. Sometimes installation too. (Used Brightpearl.com for the sales orders and quotes, purchase orders, accounting and customer relationship management of the business)

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  Brightpearl

  Jun 2014 - Oct 2016

  Owned overall relationship with customers in the London and South East of the UK territory, which included increasing adoption, ensuring retention and satisfaction. Drive continued value of the companies products and services. Develop, prepare, and nurture customers for advocacy. Establish critical goals to aid the customer in achieving their business goals. Identify and develop upsell opportunities. Software as a Service (SaaS) implementation manager and training consultant. Set up and training for business owners and their staff on the Brightpearl Business and Channel Management System.

  • Customer Success Manager - UK

    Dec 2015 - Oct 2016

  • Professional Services - Implementation Manager

    Jun 2014 - Nov 2015
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  MyNanoByte Ltd

  Apr 2017 - Aug 2017

  Start Up Volunteer

  Volunteering in various aspects of the Start-up Business.Artificial Intelligence Software development in the Financial, Retail and ERP sector.A.I. is here; be more human and embrace the technology.

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  Blue Arrow

  Jul 2017 - Nov 2017

  Co-op Food Warehouse Operative
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  Organic Health CONNECTA

  Oct 2017 - Sept 2019

  Founder

  We try our best to provided organic, or natural, consumable products only where possible and the dietary lifestyle plans focus specifically around beating debilitating diseases like Ataxia's, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Type 2 Diabetes, Obesity and Cancer. We include the amazing IF (Intermittent Fasting) dietary plan and how to benefit from it with healthy products, services and lifestyle choices.Our product ranges complement this lifestyle quest for a HEALTHY BODY and HEALTHY BRAIN. Show less

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  Co-op

  Nov 2017 - now

  As a dedicated member of the night shift stock team, I contribute significantly to maintaining the stock integrity at the Avonmouth depot. Our close-knit team collaborates seamlessly, rotating through various tasks daily. These responsibilities include:Cycle Counting and Product Life Monitoring: Ensuring accurate stock levels by conducting regular cycle counts and monitoring product life.FEFO and Expiry Day Management: Prioritising stock based on first-expiry-first-out (FEFO) principles and promptly addressing any expiring items.Chill End-of-Day Checks: Verifying stock conditions and making necessary adjustments before the next day’s receiving process.System Updates and Corrections: Handling penalty box and pallet system labels (iLPNs) corrections, ensuring smooth operations.Additionally, I excel in data management and reporting:Complex Report Generation: Using elaborate Excel spreadsheets, I create detailed reports that incorporate Manhattan data for daily management handovers.Optimising Product Lines: Strategically rearranging fresh product lines to minimise replenishment during picking (RELP).Beyond my technical skills, I actively contribute to process improvement:Archiving System Management: I built and maintain a long-term Archiving System in Excel, SharePoint and Power Automate, streamlining document submission and retrieval across all departments.Training and Integration: As a SAP/Manhattan implementation trainer, I facilitated seamless transitions for our night stock team. I also assisted with Office 365 and MS Teams integration.Recently, I completed training and successful operation of the new Manhattan Active system, further enhancing my skill set.My commitment extends beyond the workplace:Waste Reduction Advocacy: I built and lead a unique internal depot stock waste reduction system, leveraging MS Forms, SharePoint, and Power Automate. Our efforts not only reduce food waste but also support local charities through donation collections. Show less Warehouse operations tasks, I efficiently managed warehouse operations using the Manhattan warehouse management system. My responsibilities included order picking, assembling store orders based on individual schedules, and constructing cages or pallets to minimise product damage. I ensured timely order fulfilment by locating items in designated bays for loading and unloading vehicles, including FMCG and High Value Electrical appliances. My focus on efficient space utilisation and secure packing allowed for streamlined product distribution and put-away processes. Show less

  • Stock Support Assistant - Co-op Food Logistics

    Sept 2018 - now

  • Co-op Food CDC Warehouse Operative

    Nov 2017 - Sept 2018
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  Harper Rodgers - KwinQwelo Ltd

  Nov 2018 - Oct 2022

  Co-Founder

  Online Marketplace Private Branded Product Development. Specialising in Party Decorations

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  AutoM8 IT Digital Solutions

  Jan 2022 - now

  Business Owner

  Digital Solutions - Operational, Social, Accounting and Recruiting, Time-Saving Business Application Automation.Is there something you do more than twice? Daily, weekly, monthly? We can automate it. Let's free up your time and mind for what truly matters: growing your business.UK-based? Discover how automation can transform your business:Together, let's make business better. Not just this year, but every year from now on.