David Sims
Osborne
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Finance and Mortgage Broking. Hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Division Manager
New Balance/Belgravia Apparel
04.2020 - Current
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Monitored team budgets to keep projects on task and avoid waste
- Researched latest industry trends and technologies, boosting knowledge and understanding of industrial production.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices saving 17% in costs.
- Established and maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing and payment terms.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
Small Business Owner
WTP
06.2020 - 11.2024
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit by over $16,000 annually.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer accounts efficiently.
- Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
Team Leader
AESS
03.2014 - 04.2020
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members which cut overtime rates by 11%.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Customer Service Representative
JS Sports
07.2010 - 12.2013
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
- Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
- Monitored cash drawers and maintained adequate cash supply.
- Processed daily financial transactions in support of finance team objectives.
- Increased client retention by providing superior customer service.
- Met sales goals by offering excellent customer service.
Graphic Designer
SportsCentre
03.2001 - 05.2009
- Completed Certificate III in Graphic Arts and Design through TAFE SA
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite to develop creative designs.
- Created logos, illustrations and typography for various organizations.
- Created original artwork for range of print, web and video projects.
- Collaborated with other designers to create visually appealing graphics for range of print and digital media.
Education
Certificate IV - Finance And Mortgage Broking
Entry Education
Online09-2024
Certificate III - Graphc Arts And Digital Design
TAFE SA
SA11-2007
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Financial administration
- Profit and loss statements
- Sales and marketing expertise
- Customer relationship development
- Profit and loss analysis
Timeline
Small Business Owner
WTP
06.2020 - 11.2024
Division Manager
New Balance/Belgravia Apparel
04.2020 - Current
Team Leader
AESS
03.2014 - 04.2020
Customer Service Representative
JS Sports
07.2010 - 12.2013
Graphic Designer
SportsCentre
03.2001 - 05.2009
Certificate IV - Finance And Mortgage Broking
Entry Education
Certificate III - Graphc Arts And Digital Design
TAFE SA
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