Samantha van der Mescht

📌 Delivery Station Manager | Leading with People First | Driving Results Every Day 📌

Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

About

🌍 From South Africa to Germany and beyond! 🚀 I am a Delivery Station Manager who believes that strong teams create strong results. My focus is simple: support my people, keep operations running smoothly, and make sure every package gets where it needs to be—on time. I enjoy solving challenges, improving processes, and building a workplace where people feel motivated and valued. At the end of the day, success for me is about delivering for both our customers and our team.

Experience

  • Delivery Station Manager at JD.COM
    Sep 2025 - Present · 10 mos

    Responsible for the daily operations of the Bochum delivery station, ensuring smooth last-mile processes and on-time execution. Lead and develop a high-performing team with a hands-on approach, conduct daily briefings, and ensure compliance with KPIs. Align capacity and resources with demand, drive process improvements, and foster a positive, performance-oriented team culture. Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and company standards while collaborating closely with Transport, HR, and Customer Service teams.

  • Salesforce Student Tutor(Mini-job) at DCI Digital Career Institute
    May 2024 - Dec 2024 · 8 mos

    Served as a teaching assistant for our Salesforce certification course, providing support and guidance on course content. Conducted workshops and training sessions for fellow students. Assisted with motivation and morale of fellow students.

  • Getir (Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany)
    • Store Lead
      Feb 2022 - Nov 2023 · 1 yr 10 mos

      Managed a team of store assistants and drivers to meet store sales targets. Trained new employees on customer service standards, store policies and product knowledge. Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and safety regulations. Analyzed weekly sales reports to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly. Facilitated effective communication between staff and management to enhance team collaboration and morale.

    • Store Assistant
      Dec 2021 - Feb 2022 · 3 mos

      Managed inventory by restocking shelves and organizing merchandise for optimal product availability. Handled customer complaints and resolved issues in a professional manner. Assisted in maintaining store appearance and merchandising standards. Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals and improve customer satisfaction.

  • Home Educator and Entrepreneur at @Home Creations
    Jan 2014 - Feb 2020 · 6 yrs 2 mos

    Home Educator : Organized and facilitated daily educational activities for children of varying ages. Developed customized lesson plans based on individual learning needs. Managed household schedules to balance education, chores, and extracurricular activities. @Home Creations Entrepreneur : Managed the production of custom sublimation printed gifts, ensuring high-quality results and timely delivery. Developed and implemented design templates for vinyl printing projects, enhancing efficiency and creativity. Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client inquiries related to sublimation products and services. Marketing to promote sublimation printed products through social media and online platforms.

  • Divisional Office Administrator/Personal Assistant at Power Construction (Pty) Ltd
    Apr 2007 - Nov 2013 · 6 yrs 8 mos

    Managed company mobile accounts, including orders, upgrades, payments, and cost tracking Coordinated divisional travel bookings (flights, accommodation, car hire) Handled divisional credit card and petty cash reconciliations and reporting Maintained divisional salary attendance registers and supported payroll processes Arranged training bookings and logistics for divisional mechanics Planned and organized divisional staff functions, charity drives, and staff recognition initiatives Processed insurance claims for vehicles, equipment, and other assets Performed general administrative duties: EFTs, journals, correspondence, filing Compiled and submitted comprehensive month-end reports