Production Controller/ Estimator* Compiling quotations as requested – on various printed items/ material, promotional items, tenders and events* Print production management – ensuring the correct specifications are quoted on, taking paper and/or binding specifications into account* Customer liaison/ service, personally and telephonically* Taking briefs from clients* Requesting and following up on quotations from suppliers* Negotiating prices/ building relationships with… Show more Production Controller/ Estimator* Compiling quotations as requested – on various printed items/ material, promotional items, tenders and events* Print production management – ensuring the correct specifications are quoted on, taking paper and/or binding specifications into account* Customer liaison/ service, personally and telephonically* Taking briefs from clients* Requesting and following up on quotations from suppliers* Negotiating prices/ building relationships with suppliers* Indicate quotation costings, and maintaining documentationProduction Trafficking/ Project Management* Following of procurement/ supply chain procedures, following up on official order numbers* Issuing order numbers* Co-ordinating of internal control methods per order* Monitor timings and deadlines to ensure jobs are on track and are following the correct processes* Facilitating of tight deadlines with all parties including the client, suppliers/ printers and designers* Facilitate process between suppliers and internal designersTenders:* Completing tender documents and ensuring all necessary documentation is included* Reading tenders and sending internal briefing emails of what is required* Taking tender briefs and requesting quotations* Compiling intricate tender financials* Finding new clients in Port Elizabeth Show less

The Production Manager is responsible for the day-to-day production within an organisation. As the Production Manager I plan, schedule, strategise and oversee all production activities while continually building sales and maintaining profitability. I perform essential functions to ensure overall customer satisfaction and quality service.Production Financial Manager/ Estimator:* Compiling quotations – requests for quotations on various printed items/ material, promotional items… Show more The Production Manager is responsible for the day-to-day production within an organisation. As the Production Manager I plan, schedule, strategise and oversee all production activities while continually building sales and maintaining profitability. I perform essential functions to ensure overall customer satisfaction and quality service.Production Financial Manager/ Estimator:* Compiling quotations – requests for quotations on various printed items/ material, promotional items, tenders and events* Print production management – ensuring the correct specifications are quoted on, taking paper and/or binding into account * Estimating, negotiating and agreeing budgets and timescales with clients and managers* Re-negotiating timescales or timeframes as necessary* Liaising with suppliers* Negotiating prices/ building relationships with suppliers* Indicate quotation costings, and maintaining documentation * Supervising the work of junior staffProduction Trafficking/ Project Management:* Following of procurement/ supply chain procedures, following up on official order numbers * Co-ordinating of internal control methods per order/ job scheduling* Facilitating of tight deadlines with all parties including the client, suppliers/ printers & designers* Facilitate process between suppliers & internal designers* Generating official orders for suppliers* Following up on outstanding orders, presenting completed items for Quality Control, co-ordinate delivery to clients * Monitoring product standards & implementing quality control programmes* Invoicing of completed orders on Pastel * Maintain spreadsheets that enable financial analysis of production* Maintain & produce production traffic sheet when requiredTenders:* Completing tender documents and ensuring all necessary documentation is included* Reading tenders and sending internal briefing emails of what is required* Taking tender briefs and requesting quotations * Compiling intricate tender financials Show less

Production Controller/ Estimator* Compiling quotations as requested – on various printed items/ material, promotional items, tenders and events* Print production management – ensuring the correct specifications are quoted on, taking paper and/or binding specifications into account * Customer liaison/ service, personally and telephonically* Taking briefs from clients* Requesting and following up on quotations from suppliers* Negotiating prices/ building relationships… Show more Production Controller/ Estimator* Compiling quotations as requested – on various printed items/ material, promotional items, tenders and events* Print production management – ensuring the correct specifications are quoted on, taking paper and/or binding specifications into account * Customer liaison/ service, personally and telephonically* Taking briefs from clients* Requesting and following up on quotations from suppliers* Negotiating prices/ building relationships with suppliers* Indicate quotation costings, and maintaining documentation Production Trafficking/ Project Management* Following of procurement/ supply chain procedures, following up on official order numbers * Issuing order numbers* Co-ordinating of internal control methods per order* Monitor timings and deadlines to ensure jobs are on track and are following the correct processes * Facilitating of tight deadlines with all parties including the client, suppliers/ printers and designers* Facilitate process between suppliers and internal designers* Following up on outstanding orders, presenting completed items for Quality Control, co-ordinate delivery to clients * Invoicing* Maintain and produce quotation register when required* Maintain a cost master per jobTenders* Completing tender documents and ensuring all necessary documentation is included* Taking tender briefs and requesting quotations * Compiling intricate tender financials Show less

Duties * Secretarial Support - Switchboard / Reception* Promoting a professional image of the company* Responsible for answering and screening telephone calls and face to face enquiries* Carrying out routine administrative duties like photocopying, printing, faxing, scanning, emailing etc. * Drafting and typing letters * Filing* Supplier registration* Copy typing* Proofreading* Preparing documents for meetings* Preparing and updating… Show more Duties * Secretarial Support - Switchboard / Reception* Promoting a professional image of the company* Responsible for answering and screening telephone calls and face to face enquiries* Carrying out routine administrative duties like photocopying, printing, faxing, scanning, emailing etc. * Drafting and typing letters * Filing* Supplier registration* Copy typing* Proofreading* Preparing documents for meetings* Preparing and updating databases* RSVP’s* Registering delegates at events* Client Liaison (verbal and written)* Event planning and co-ordination – assisting with logistical arrangements for events* Various site visits to determine logistical requirements for events* Assisting copywriters with research on various topics* Drafting proposals* Tender Applications – complete tender documents and ensure all required documentation is included in tenders* Media Monitoring – sourced various media (print, broadcast and online media) and categorise the articles into the different sectors required by the client; converted the data into graphs and assisted with the monthly reports required by the clientSome of the events I have worked on:* Eastern Cape Development Corporation – Women in Business Breakfast (2009)* Eastern Cape Development Corporation – Stakeholders Dinner (2009)* PRISA Information Evening (2009)* Thina Sinako LED Learning Encounter (2009)* Eastern Cape Tourism Board – EC Tourism Summit and Exhibition (2009)* Department of Sport, Recreation, Art and Culture – DSRAC Sports Achievers Awards (2010)* MetLife Mall / DSRAC Fun Run (2010)* Buffalo City Municipality – MAD Campaign, Service Delivery Launch (2010)* Office of the Premier – PSFT Conference “Making the Elephant Dance” (2010)* Eastern Cape Development Corporation – Local and Digital Summit and Gala Dinner (2010) Show less