Candidates of the week: Experienced Estimator, Sydney

27 May 2008

Objectives
My objective is to exceed all expectations and excel with all challenges placed upon me. I will strive to be the best that I can possibly be and push further to advance my knowledge and skill level in my chosen field.  

Employment History
June 2007 – December 2007  Superprint Australia
Position: Sales Manager
As the sole Sales Manager in this growing company, my responsibilities were to liaise and maintain relationships with existing clients whilst building on all new business opportunities. I followed up on all leads and successfully expanded the client database as well as bring in extra revenue to the company’s finances. I liaised and reported to the General Manager on a daily basis and implemented procedures to improve the company’s infrastructure.

Duties Involved

  • Maintain existing client relationships.

  • Build and expand on company’s client database.

  • Ensure all budgets were met and exceeded.

  • Improve and implement new procedures to the company’s infrastructure.

  • Assess and report all progress to General Manager.


October 2000 – February 2007  PMP Limited
Position: Senior National Print Estimator
As a Senior National Print Estimator my role was to manage a national team and delegate daily workflow. Maintain accurate and efficient procedures to ensure all standards are met and maintained. My position provided me with crucial responsibilities to lead a team and ensure each team member follows and exceeds expected guidelines. My communication skills have increased a great deal due to the role requiring constant liaising with all departments ranging production through to upper management. As a Senior Estimator my job is prepare and construct prices to the clients’ needs and wants as well as provide cost efficient alternatives. My position also prepares me in the sales field as I have to sell ideas to the sales team as well as meeting all the clients needs.

Duties Involved

  • Delegate workflow and check pricing for accuracy and efficiency.

  • Lead and encourage team of national estimators.

  • Manage and maintain client relations through pricing negotiations.

  • Communicate among all departments to ensure best pricing and efficiency is to be achieved.

  • Assess and report all progress to General Manager.

  • Interact and maintain client confidence.

February 1999 – December 1999   Crystal Palace Catering Pty. Ltd.
Position: Catering Manager
Working as a Catering Manager, I obtained knowledge in food presentation and preparation to satisfy the customers’ needs.  This position requires me to constantly be alert for any potential and unnecessary errors throughout the entire functions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Supervise chefs and organise waiting staff for receptions and formal occasions.

  • Advise staff on procedures for food preparation and handling.

  • Perform inventory on ingredients and order necessary stock.

  • Communicate with members of the team to provide a high level of service.

  • Consult clients about menu selection and pricing.


1998 – June 1999   National Australian Nappies Pty. Ltd.
Position: Warehouse Supervisor / Store Manager
While working at National Australia Nappies I fulfilled multiple roles outside of my responsibilities in the running of the company.  As a Warehouse Supervisor I’ve gained experience in negotiating with clients on wholesale transactions and providing customer service.  I took control of all inward goods and as well as the distribution of goods.

As a Store Manager I was exposed to diverse areas of work, such as:

  • Prepare orders and packing. / Customer Service

  • Inventory and management of stock.

  • Transport and logistics management.

  • Cash handling and bookkeeping. 


Education   
1996   Heatherhill Secondary College
Successfully completed VCE in the following subjects:
English, Accounting, Mathematics, Information Technology, Legal Studies

1997    Holmesglen TAFE
Completed first year of Associate Diploma of Business (Banking & Finance).
Skills includes:

  • Efficient knowledge with Microsoft Office Applications

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Work well in a team environment and individually

  • Hardworking and a quick learner

  • Able to work well under pressure

  • Fluent in English & Vietnamese

  • Completed a full sales training course and seminar on customer relations

Completed numerous training courses with PMP such as Printing for Non Printers, Human Relations, Electronic Workflows, Digital Pre-press Workshop. People Management.



Referees
Warren Jack  -  Superprint Australia P/L
Managing Director
Ph: +61 406 888 883
Ad: 192 / 392 Jones Street, Ultimo NSW 2001

Glenn Kelty – PMP Limited
National Estimating General Manager
Ph: +613 9265 8329
Ad: 37 Browns Road, Clayton VIC 3168


Contact:   tvh.tran@gmail.com