Hlengiwe Hlongwane
@hlengiwehlongwane1
Dedicated administrative professional driving operational efficiency and exceptional customer service.
What I'm looking for
I am a performance-oriented administrative professional with a track record of improving operations, staffing, and team performance across retail and service environments.
I have experience managing front-desk operations, appointment scheduling, payments, and client records while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
At The Beauty Academy I developed hygiene programs, improved document organization, and maintained inventory and purchasing processes; at Van Schaik Bookstore I supported sales targets, handled petty cash, and assisted customers with consultative recommendations.
I bring strong communication, organizational, customer-service, and problem-solving skills, and I am committed to responsiveness, efficiency, and supporting teams to meet business goals.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Front Desk Coordinator
Sorbet
Oct 2024 - Feb 2025 (4 months)
Managed front-desk operations including client greeting, appointment scheduling, payment processing, client records maintenance, and supply ordering to ensure smooth salon service delivery.
Administrative Assistant
The Beauty Academy
Nov 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 1 month)
Developed and implemented hygiene and safety programs, improved document filing and inventory processes, and maintained calendars and purchase orders to support operations and increase efficiency.
Sales Assistant
Van Schaik Bookstore
Mar 2016 - Oct 2019 (3 years 7 months)
Supported sales operations through consultative customer service, accurate cash and petty cash handling, loss-prevention recordkeeping, and coordination of sales event logistics to meet store targets.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Durban University of Technology
Bachelor of Technology, Management
Completed a B-Tech in Management at Durban University of Technology, conferred in 2017.
Edendale Technical High School
Matric (National Senior Certificate), General/Technical Studies
Completed Matric (National Senior Certificate) at Edendale Technical High School in 2012.
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