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Work History
Education
Skills
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Sandra Anne James

Sandra Anne James

BRAMPTON,Ontario

Summary

Dynamic General Manager with extensive experience at Valobex 5cc t/a Cartridgeworx, excelling in workflow optimization and team leadership. Successfully enhanced customer experience and managed inventory control, driving operational efficiency. Proven ability to recruit and train staff, while overseeing budget management to ensure financial health and compliance.

Currently retired after moving from South Africa in August 2022. Received my Permanent Residence on July 7th, 2025.

Moving forward currently seeking part-time employment and available for any position

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager of Operations

Valobex 5cc t/a Cartridgeworx
Johannesburg, South Africa, Gauteng
02.2008 - 12.2024
  • Co-owned company specializing in remanufactured ink and toner cartridges since February 2008.

Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards.

  • Developed efficient workflow processes for production teams to enhance productivity.
  • Implemented strategies to improve customer experience through service delivery enhancements.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained staff members according to organizational standards.
  • Managed inventory control and coordinated supply chain logistics effectively.
  • Resolved escalated customer service issues promptly to maintain satisfaction.
  • Created and managed annual operating budget, overseeing financial management activities.

Assistant Manager

Guy James & Associates
Johannesburg, South Africa, Gauteng
04.2007 - 12.2010
  • Coordinated client appointments to ensure efficient scheduling and service delivery.
  • Assisted clients in completing statutory application forms and collecting necessary documentation.
  • Prepared recommended offers for clients' debtors following interviews with Certified Debt Counsellor.
  • Monitored case progress and consulted with Debt Counsellor regarding negotiation updates; maintained daily client file updates.
  • Submitted billings to clients and provided copies to National Credit Regulator for compliance.
  • Supported Debt Counsellor in preparing legal documents for court or National Credit Regulator ratification.
  • Supervised office staff, managing work schedules to optimize productivity.

Education

High School Diploma -

Morgan High School
Harare, Zimbabwe
12-1969

Skills

  • Workflow optimization
  • Inventory and budget management
  • Supply chain logistics
  • Customer experience enhancement
  • Team leadership
  • Staff supervision
  • Data management

Languages

English
Professional
Afrikaans
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

General Manager of Operations

Valobex 5cc t/a Cartridgeworx
02.2008 - 12.2024

Assistant Manager

Guy James & Associates
04.2007 - 12.2010

High School Diploma -

Morgan High School
Sandra Anne James