Leann Van Eeden

Experience

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  Cowboy Town

  Mar 2018 - Aug 2020

  Sales Assistant

  Handled customer inquiries and complaints, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.Increased sales by building strong customer relationships and providing excellent service.Enhanced customer satisfaction with personalized product recommendations based on their needs and preferences.Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service.Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.Managed efficient cash register operations. Show less

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  Pioneer Foods Sasko

  Dec 2018 - Jan 2019

  Vacation work

  Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.Demonstrated strong analytical skills through successful completion of challenging coursework within the engineering curriculum.Searched for tooling or workflow enhancements to increase team efficiency.Applied fundamental engineering principles effectively when faced with real-world challenges during internships or capstone projects.

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  North-West University / Noordwes-Universiteit

  Jan 2019 - Nov 2021

  Student Assistant

  Supported administrative staff with data entry tasks, ensuring accuracy in record-keeping systems.Assisted professors with grading assignments, resulting in timely feedback for students.Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.Volunteered time to supervise students during exams and tests.

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  Audi SA

  Dec 2019 - Jan 2020

  Vacation work

  Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional attitude and demonstrating respect for all individuals involved in the project.Gained operational knowledge and supported departmental needs.Improved efficiency in task completion by implementing innovative problem-solving techniques when faced with obstacles.Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities when faced with unexpected challenges during event coordination or daily tasks.Regularly communicated with management to provide feedback and updates. Show less

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  Massmart

  Jan 2022 - now

  Contributed to higher team productivity by sharing best practices during regular meetings with fellow analysts.Strengthened supply chain processes by collaborating cross-functionally with logistics, planning, and merchandising teams on various projects.Collaborated with store managers to plan and execute successful merchandise resets, streamlining product flow and reducing stock discrepancies.Enhanced order accuracy by closely monitoring purchase orders, shipment schedules, and delivery confirmations.Evaluated vendor performance to ensure timely deliveries and adherence to quality standards, strengthening relationships with key partners.Provided timely and accurate reporting to management, enabling informed decision-making on inventory levels and assortment planning.Identified slow-moving items, effectively managing excess inventory levels while driving sales growth.Built relationships due to prompt and courteous service. Show less Transport experience.Arranging third-party trucks for Distribution centers.Day-to-day operations with regards to system and process manager, as well as operations manager.Project management experience.Gained proficiency in industry-specific software tools by completing hands-on training sessions.Developed strong analytical skills through conducting research and analyzing data for various projects.Developed cross-functional capabilities by collaborating closely with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise.Cultivated leadership skills by taking on additional responsibilities during group assignments.Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.Created and managed project plans and timelines.Learned to work in the following applications: SAP (BW, FnR, ECC, S4 Hana), PLATO, Trackmatic (Outbound, Routes), and Tableau.Excel usage for data analytics, reporting, and making project-based decisions.Experience in Transport, Distribution center, Store, and Replenishment.Supported project teams with thorough research, contributing valuable insights that informed decision-making processes.Enhanced team collaboration by participating in group projects and sharing innovative ideas.Demonstrated commitment to personal growth by seeking out constructive feedback from supervisors regularly, implementing improvements accordingly.Worked in various departments to gain hands-on experience.Improved problem-solving abilities by actively engaging in brainstorming sessions and contributing to solution development.Strengthened presentation capabilities by delivering informative project updates to supervisors and peers.Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting to new tasks and responsibilities as needed during the trainee program. Show less

  • Replenishment Analyst

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Logistics Industrial Engineer Graduate

    Jan 2022 - Dec 2023