Saskia Schmidt

· Administered accounts payable/receivable.

· Administered payment and billing systems.

· Provided support for budgets and cash flow.

· Instituted more efficient administrative processes.

Accomplishment: Small Business of the Year Award (2025).

• Bolstered customer base through targeted direct email marketing campaigns.
• Aligned marketing objectives with business goals, ensuring coherent strategy implementation.
• Analysed competitors' activities, keeping abreast of industry dynamics.
• Facilitated training sessions to foster skill development amongst team members.

· Oversaw marketing and distribution activities.

· Coordinated cross-departmental cooperation.

· Conducted strategic organizational reporting.

· Ensured compliance with OHS standards.

Accomplishment: SAGFA Outstanding Innovation in Marketing and Business Award (2022).

• Administered budget planning, guaranteeing cost-effective operations in the department.
• Developed marketing strategies for effective brand positioning.

• Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
• Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

· Responsible for logistics and freight movements.

· Fostered relationships with retailers.

· Composed financial statements.

Accomplishment: Created a Myer alliance with sales exceeding $20,000 per month.

• Handled stock control duties diligently preventing overstocking or shortages.
• Provided support to manager during audits, ensuring accurate reports.
• Implemented promotional strategies for increased footfall during holiday seasons.
• Provided excellent customer service leading to repeat business and customer loyalty.

· Constructed employee schedules.

· Planned staff meetings.

· Created in-store layouts.

Accomplishment: Awarded Employee of the Month (2013).