Dwayne Crawford
Durban ,Kwa-Zulu Natal
Summary
Dedicated Import-Export Specialist with a proven track record of successfully managing international logistics. Founder and owner of Dalcord Logistics, specializing in seamless cross-border trade. Adept at handling all aspects of import and export operations. Motivated employee offers demonstrated success tackling various office tasks. Delivers proactive support on key administrative matters to promote productivity across departments. Recognized for organization and time management skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
Dalcord Logistics
01.2023 - Current
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Founded an international import and export business.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
- Improved organizational structure by reallocating resources and redefining roles for greater efficiency.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Negotiated with suppliers and delivery workers and ordered materials according to forecasted customer demand.
Real Estate Administrative Assistant
Coldwell Banker
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Supported agents in closing deals successfully with thorough documentation and contract management.
- Contributed to successful marketing campaigns with eye-catching promotional materials and engaging social media content.
- Contributed to increased office revenue by diligently tracking and following up on potential client leads.
- Managed a high volume of incoming calls, inquires, and emails, with professionalism and prompt attention, ensuring no opportunities were missed.
Tally Clerk
RK Safety
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Signed for items to show receipt, tallied out shipments and completed documents after verifying proper markings, tags and labels on supplies containers.
- Located items by referring to location cards and current marking system, counting to verify accuracy.
- Documented measurements, inspections and test results in electronic logbooks and spreadsheets to enable tracking and maintain accurate records.
- Performed root cause analysis to implement corrective actions for discrepancies.
- Packed and unpacked incoming items, sorting, stacking, binning and warehousing upon receipt.
- Selected stock in quantities indicated by document, reporting any location discrepancies and damage to supervisor.
- Checked loads to identify contents and unauthorized or highly regulated materials.
Freelance Photographer
Self Employed
01.2018 - 02.2021
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Generated cost-effective solutions for client's photography needs.
- Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Created marketing strategies to expand business and reach a larger clientell.
Floor Manager
Save Hyper
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Established objectives to offer team members clear roadmap to help company achieve overall goals.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Completed efficient daily opening and closing processes to prepare teams and maintain optimal financial controls.
- Managed store inventory and stock levels to maintain availability of products.
General Construction Laborer
Pro Tiling
03.2015 - 06.2016
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Followed blueprints and diagrams to complete projects according to specifications.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Followed written design instructions to construct concrete, masonry, wood-framed and steel-framed structures.
- Executed daily duties to meet strict deadlines and drive forward progress.
Education
Highschool -
Msunduzi Secondary School
Pietermaritzburg 01.2016
Skills
- Audit Management
- Verifying Shipments
- Safety Standards
- Call Connections
- Monthly Reporting
- Critical Thinking
- Inventory Processing
- Planning and Execution
- Budget Administration
- Business Administration
- Logistics Management
- Marketing Strategy
Languages
Zulu
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Afrikaans
Full Professional
Certification
- International Commercial Import and Export License
- HSE Level 2 Certificate
- First Aid Level 1
- Fire fighting Certificate Level 1
Timeline
Real Estate Administrative Assistant
Coldwell Banker
06.2023 - 01.2024
Chief Operating Officer
Dalcord Logistics
01.2023 - Current
Tally Clerk
RK Safety
10.2021 - 02.2023
Freelance Photographer
Self Employed
01.2018 - 02.2021
Floor Manager
Save Hyper
01.2017 - 01.2018
General Construction Laborer
Pro Tiling
03.2015 - 06.2016
Highschool -
Msunduzi Secondary School
- International Commercial Import and Export License
- HSE Level 2 Certificate
- First Aid Level 1
- Fire fighting Certificate Level 1
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