Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Jordan Blades

FRANKSTON,VIC

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Cricket Victoria, enhancing student recruitment and retention through strategic initiatives and effective marketing. Excelled in team collaboration and analytical problem-solving, significantly improving operational efficiencies. Skilled in inventory coordination and prioritizing responsibilities, demonstrating dependable performance and a collaborative spirit. Customer-focused individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for effectively addressing concerns. Committed to improving customer satisfaction and driving positive outcomes.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Recruitment and Experience Co-Ordinator

Cricket Victoria
Melbourne, 3000
12.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase student recruitment, retention and graduation rates.
  • Organised campus tours for prospective students and their families.
  • Managed social media accounts and website content related to student recruitment initiatives.
  • Created marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, newsletters. to promote the school.
  • Assisted in the development of a comprehensive database system to track student recruitment activities.

Purchasing Officer and Stock Control

Holland Forge
Dandenong South, VIC
01.2021 - 12.2023
  • Developed and monitored purchasing strategies to ensure cost-effective purchases.
  • Analysed supplier data, such as price lists, quality assurance plans, and delivery schedules, to determine the best suppliers for goods and services.
  • Negotiated with vendors to obtain competitive prices while maintaining high standards of quality and service.
  • Maintained accurate records of purchase orders, invoices, contracts, and other documents related to purchasing activities.

Machine Operator

Uncle Tobys
Wahgunyah, VIC
04.2011 - 12.2020
  • Read and understood blueprints, product specifications and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences and prevent materials waste.
  • Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
  • Established and adjusted feed rates and cutting parameters to keep operations in line with production demands.
  • Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.

Sales Assistant/2IC Manager

Intersport
WANGARATTA, VIC
03.2010 - 03.2011
  • Delivering customer service and provide product knowledge to ensure customer was purchasing the right product for them.
  • Effective inventory control.
  • Balancing cash flow.
  • Acting Manager when required and.
  • Liaising with company representatives and attending sales conferences.

Sales Associate/Assistant Store Manager

Telstra Shop Wangaratta
WANGARATTA, VIC
03.2007 - 03.2010
  • Delivering outstanding customer service in one of the most intense retail environments.
  • Selling products and services in an evolving industry.
  • Meeting sales target and KPI’s on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
  • Problem solving - Customers billing issues etc.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.

Sales Assistant

Wingates Sports
Wangaratta, VIC
01.2004 - 03.2007
  • Delivering outstanding customer service in one of the busiest sporting stores in the region.
  • Balancing cash flow.
  • Management of other staff when necessary.
  • Provided every customer with comprehensive assistance upon entering store through merchandise selection and completion of purchases.
  • Educated customers on suitable products and services depending on age, needs and inventories to increase sales
  • Used product knowledge to assist customers and suggest products.
  • Tracked inventory, conducted cycle counts and audits and resolved issues to maintain accurate records.

Education

Dual Diploma - Business And Leadership & Management - Business

RMIT - Melbourne Cricket Education Academy
Melbourne, VIC
12-2023

VCE -

Wangaratta High School
Wangaratta, VIC
2003

Skills

  • Team Collaboration
  • Inventory Coordination
  • Skilled at Prioritizing Multiple Responsibilities
  • Dependable Performance
  • Collaborative Team Player
  • Analytical Problem Solving

Accomplishments

  • Academic Excellence Award - RMIT Dual Diploma 2023
  • 8 x WDCA Country Week Cricket Representative
  • Vice-President and Several other Committee Roles at Sporting Clubs

Certification

  • Responsible Service of Alcohol
  • Working With Children's Check

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Student Recruitment and Experience Co-Ordinator

Cricket Victoria
12.2023 - Current

Purchasing Officer and Stock Control

Holland Forge
01.2021 - 12.2023

Machine Operator

Uncle Tobys
04.2011 - 12.2020

Sales Assistant/2IC Manager

Intersport
03.2010 - 03.2011

Sales Associate/Assistant Store Manager

Telstra Shop Wangaratta
03.2007 - 03.2010

Sales Assistant

Wingates Sports
01.2004 - 03.2007

Dual Diploma - Business And Leadership & Management - Business

RMIT - Melbourne Cricket Education Academy

VCE -

Wangaratta High School
Jordan Blades