Tami Wride
@tamiwride
Experienced operations and administrative professional with strong logistics expertise.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced operations and administrative professional with a strong background in logistics, payroll administration, procurement and customer service across retail, security, mining and manufacturing sectors. I consistently manage ordering, data capture, dispatch and after-sales coordination to keep operations running smoothly.
In prior roles I supervised delivery teams, administered payroll and asset control for multi-site security operations, coordinated international purchasing and supported procurement and buyer functions. I have hands-on experience training staff, managing after-sales processes, and liaising with suppliers to resolve credits and service issues.
I am organized, detail-oriented and adaptable, with practical knowledge of SAP basics, substance testing procedures and workplace health & safety. I am seeking a challenging role where I can contribute operational reliability, improve processes and grow within a stable company.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Receptionist
Thorndale Packhouse
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 2 months)
Serve as front‑desk receptionist and handle ordering of stock, diesel and stationery for farms while managing switchboard calls and client reception.
Production Assistant
Bull Clothing
Jan 2022 - Jan 2024 (2 years)
Coordinated garment production and international supply chains by placing orders with Lesotho factory, ordering trims and fabrics, and arranging imports to ensure on‑time delivery.
Shop Manager / Supervisor
Drommedaris Furniture
Jan 2016 - Jan 2022 (6 years)
Managed retail operations, sales and after‑sales for new and second‑hand stock, supervised delivery teams, handled service calls and supplier credits, and supported training and hiring.
Payroll Administrator
Bidvest Protea Coin
Jan 2014 - Jan 2016 (2 years)
Managed payroll data capture and pay queries while overseeing asset control, vehicle maintenance/tracking and firearm training logistics across multiple sites.
Operations Clerk / Data Capturer
Bidvest Magnum Group
Jan 2013 - Jan 2014 (1 year)
Performed access control administration and captured new employee and contractor records into in‑house systems to support site operations.
Purchasing Coordinator
National Socket Screws
Jan 2010 - Jan 2012 (2 years)
Managed international purchase orders and tracked outstanding orders to ensure timely fulfillment for importing operations.
Drug & Alcohol Clerk
Magnum Shield
Jan 2008 - Jan 2010 (2 years)
Conducted drug and alcohol testing for mine employees and contractors and reported positive results to supervisors and mine management.
Procurement Administrator (Temp)
Samancor Chrome
Jan 2008 - Apr 2008 (3 months)
Supported procurement administration and performed data capture and general administrative duties during a short‑term contract.
Buying Assistant / Data Capturer
Basil Read
Jan 2007 - Jan 2008 (1 year)
Assisted procurement of equipment and materials and performed data capture to support construction operations.
Customer Service / Receptionist
Worldwide Couriers
Jan 2006 - Jan 2007 (1 year)
Handled customer complaints, managed call transfers and provided general administrative support for courier operations.
Telesales / Debtors Clerk
Maudot Kengal & Associates
Jan 2004 - Jan 2006 (2 years)
Generated client appointments and new business via telesales while maintaining debtor records and petty cash management.
Customer Service / Admin Clerk
Comprex Africa
Jan 2002 - Jun 2002 (5 months)
Provided phone‑based technical assistance for SAP and Citrix installations and performed general administrative duties for an IT services firm.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Oosterland High School
Grade 11, General Secondary Education
Completed studies up to Grade 11 at Oosterland High School.
Samancor Chrome / Inverness Medical / Ukwanda Learning Network / Bidvest Magnum (in-house)
Short Courses / Certificates, Professional & Occupational Training
Completed multiple short courses and certifications including SAP Basic (2008), Detection of Substances of Abuse (2009), Basic PR & Telephone Etiquette (2012), Standard Fire Fighting Techniques (2015), and Workplace Health and Safety functions.
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