Jimmy Singh
Summary
Qualified Quantity Surveyor seeking the role of QS, where QS studies, strong numeracy skills and solid work experience in store/staff management and inventory control can be applied.
A Grade and highly capable Quantity Surveyor Student currently completing a QS Diploma through Unitec and keen to secure an entry level role where QS skills can be applied and further developed alongside seasoned professionals. Solid working background as a Retail/Store Manager, Buyer and Brand Ambassador, with proven success in exceeding customer expectations. Results-oriented with a proven track record in delivering assigned tasks within challenging deadlines. Good IT skills and well-versed in using Hermes Software, Python Language and MS Office Suite. Accurate numeracy skills coupled with sound business acumen and a track record in meeting or exceeding set targets and goals with excellence. Logical and analytical thinker, with a strong problem-solving approach to work. Displays initiative when seeking solutions and makes sound decisions. Highly reliable and positive person, with a keen eye for detail and a willingness to undertake new challenges and learn and develop new skills. Quick learner. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to develop strong relationships with customers, team members and key stakeholders. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Quantity Surveyor
Steel & Tube holdings ltd
11.2021 - Current
- Prepared monthly claims, cost reports, and project variations
- Prepares cost forecasts, monitors financial status, and prepares cash flow statements
- Ensures site supervisory staff are aware of project scope of works and inclusions in tender packages
- Fosters and maintains strong relationships with clients, suppliers and consultants
- Manages variations with clients
- Reviews contractual obligations in conjunction with our legal department
- Manages negotiations to minimise risk to the company
- Addresses any customer concerns quickly and appropriately, providing feedback as required
- Works to overcome any objections that the customer may have perceived or real, handling relationship misunderstandings quickly and fairly
- Adds value through developing a relationship based on honesty, integrity, and trust with your contact to ensure that Steel & Tube is the supplier of choice
- Understands the dynamics of our customers' business and industry to understand what they do and the issues and challenges they face
- Understands our customers' needs and uses every opportunity to promote the full range of Steel & Tube products and services
- Advises Manager of pending problems at the earliest opportunity
- Supports the achievement of all safety targets in line with corporate objectives and legislative requirements, ensuring that all incidents are reported, recorded, and managed in a timely manner and that Steel & Tube staff members are not exposed to unnecessary risks or costs associated with non-compliance
- Maintain and implement procedures that are in accordance with ISO 9002 Quality Assurance Systems
- Contributes to a consistently safe, healthy, and environmentally aware workplace that meets or exceeds all of Steel & Tube's health and safety targets
- Ensures Steel & Tube's assets are protected and effectively managed and that maintenance programmes are in place for all assets
- Supports the ‘One Company' operating model by providing information, support and advice to all Distribution and Infrastructure operations, assisting them to build strong and enduring customer and supplier relationships and strong internal relationships while achieving sales and growth targets.
Production Scheduler
Steel & Tube holdings ltd
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Monitor and report plant and line capacity to assist the sales department Planning to communicate with customers on potential opportunities or constraints
- Review potential material shortages with the logistics planner to ensure no stock-outs occur
- Review and re-prioritise workflow to enable up to 30% of work to be completed within 24 hours
- Schedule lines to maximise DIFOT achievement while controlling both plant and labour costs
- Allocate materials to work orders to ensure effective material usage and flows
- Support production staff with information requirements to ensure timely and accurate completion of production orders
- Refer to the production manager any work order variances of time and materials that will result in a usage that exceeds 5%
- End production jobs to ensure the work order process is completed and reflects current open work order status
- Update the QMS system with the required details to accurately reflect and production non-conformances
- Ensure all areas of your responsibility comply with the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992, relevant Company safety procedures and that safety targets are achieved in line with corporate objectives
- Maintain and implement procedures that are in accordance with ISO 9002 Quality Assurance Systems
- Update the QMS system with the required details to accurately reflect and production non-conformances
- Support achievement of all safety targets in line with corporate objectives and legislative requirements, ensuring that all incidents are reported/recorded/managed in a timely way and that Steel and Tube, and staff members is not exposed to unnecessary risks or costs associated with HSE non-compliance.
Retail Manager
Christies Jewellery
BOTANY AND manukau, AUCKLAND
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Manage and lead all day-to-day store operations, sales and financial performance
- Oversee, train and monitor the performance of a team comprising up to 10 staff
- Develop a loyal and supportive customer base within the local region
- Ensure all staff provide customers with a friendly, courteous and helpful standard of service
- Assist customers with their purchasing and produce management reports on sales and stock
- Manage costing and retail pricing to ensure solid profits at competitive prices
- Order stock from suppliers and display merchandise effectively to drive further sales
- Organise and monitor the success of promotions and marketing initiatives
- Plan and monitor budgets, oversee stock control and ensure accurate invoicing
- Major Achievements: Due to high performance, requested by senior management to take on the added responsibility of managing the Manakau store as well as the Botany store, following the unexpected departure of the Manukau Store Manager
- Success in this dual management role has led to being offered another promotion that will involve managing a third store with effect from July 2021
- Often receives glowing commendations from customers for providing them with high-quality service and exceeding their expectations
- Took the initiative to set up adding customer details to the database and has started a reward point system with the aim of generating strong repeat and referral business in the long term.
Store Manager
silvermoon
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Develop the annual budget, monitor income and expenditure, and take corrective action to improve turnover when necessary
- Deliver excellent service to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
- Motivate the sales team to meet sales objectives by training and mentoring staff
- Create business strategies to attract new customers, expand store traffic and enhance profitability
- Respond to customer complaints and concerns in a professional manner
- Develop and arrange promotional material and in-store displays
- Prepare detailed reports on buying trends, customer requirements and profits
- Manage the end-to-end recruitment of talented staff
- Major Achievements: Commended by the Regional Manager for being “one of the strongest salespersons, who handles the situation in a very professional manner”
- Analysed, identified and presented solutions to problems and issues, as well as developed and implemented promotional strategies to drive profitable sales
- Successfully forged and nurtured relationships with vendors including brand teams
- Curated creative strategies and executed cross-channel marketing decisions
- Drove the sampling process by providing samples and securing images through online content.
Brand Ambassador
Beam suntory
Auckland airport
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Create online posts about company products/services via social media platforms and forums
- Track customer preference as well as develop, share and respond to online reviews
- Network and build trusting relationships with potential customers
- Use word-of-mouth marketing techniques to further drive sales
- Closely monitor and report on competitors' marketing activities
- Provide feedback to the Marketing and Product departments regarding customers' requests
- Monitor and respond to online trends or forward to the Marketing department
- Major Achievements: Effectively trained and built the capability of around 13 to 18 staff
- Suggested strategic advertising and positioning ideas to attract customers and meet demand
- Brainstormed and presented innovative ideas and participated in training and workshops
- Cultivated and sustained positive working relationships with customers and staff members.
Store Manager
BOTTLE O
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Research, select and purchase quality products and materials
- Analyse all vendors/suppliers as well as supply and price options
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing
- Process requisitions and update management on the status of orders
- Update inventory and ensure stock levels are kept at appropriate levels
- Coordinate effectively with the inventory team, management and stockroom as required
- Assess the quality of stock received and address any issues
- Arrange the transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery
- Major Achievements: Following the resignation of the Store Manager, took on the additional responsibilities of managing the store whilst concurrently fulfilling the duties of own role
- This led to a promotion
- Developed plans for purchasing equipment, services and supplies
- Negotiated the best deal for pricing and supply contracts, whilst ensuring products and supplies were of the highest quality
- Analysed market trends and applied this knowledge to make insightful buying decisions
- Maintained quality control by escalating any discrepancies to suppliers and management.
Education
Diploma in Quantity Surveying -
Unitec Institute of Technology
01.2022
Diploma in Business Management (Level 6) -
IANZ
01.2014
Diploma in Business (Level 5) -
Auckland Institute of Studies
01.2009
Skills
- Bill of Quantities
- Cost Estimation
- Value Engineering
- Cost Control
Languages
English
Punjabi
Urdu
Hindi
Personal Information
Marital Status: NZ Permanent Resident
Hobbies and Interests
- Swimming
- Reading books
- Hiking
References
Provided on request
Timeline
Quantity Surveyor
Steel & Tube holdings ltd
11.2021 - Current
Production Scheduler
Steel & Tube holdings ltd
08.2021 - 11.2021
Retail Manager
Christies Jewellery
03.2021 - 08.2021
Store Manager
silvermoon
01.2019 - 02.2021
Brand Ambassador
Beam suntory
01.2017 - 01.2019
Store Manager
BOTTLE O
01.2015 - 01.2017
Diploma in Quantity Surveying -
Unitec Institute of Technology
Diploma in Business Management (Level 6) -
IANZ
Diploma in Business (Level 5) -
Auckland Institute of Studies