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City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.- 4PL services and consulting- Compliance and VAT related advisory- Special projects and market researchStrong understanding of transportation regulations, supply chain principles, and logistics software/systems.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.Helping companies achieve operational efficiency within their supply chain: Including but not limited to compliance services, advisory services and supply chain management services.

South Africa

Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit. Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.Maintain and grew existing client base in the distribution market for my allocated region and meet monthly and annual retention targets that have been set.Helping companies achieve operational efficiency within their supply chain.Strategic account development.

South Africa

New Business Sales ExecutiveHelping companies optimize last mile distribution within their supply chain.

City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Experienced Multimodal Logistics Controller with a demonstrated history of working in the transportation/Sea freight/Air freight/ Trucking/Railroad industry. Facilitated the end to end movement of various types of cargo (Hazardous, Non-Hazardous, Break Bulk, Project Cargo etc.), via sea, air and road.This included handling customs documents and any country specific requirements tailored to clients needs for import, export and cross-trade.Quick resolution of problems and decision making were key aspects of this role.Full knowledge of Inco-terms and processes to follow along the supply chain. Gained knowledge to better understand the inner workings of the macro and micro environment within the supply chain.

South Africa

Managed projects, developed new ideas and products from start to finish whilst networking and selling/promoting direct products either to individual clients or to larger entities.New ideas and customer relationships played key roles in this position.

Vanderbijlpark Area, South Africa

I worked at a wonderful pub in a small town for some extra income and some work experience whilst studying my degree and playing a variety of amateur golf events across South Africa. I learned valuable life lessons in this trade, especially dealing with different kinds of people and their various personalities.

Bachelor Of Commerce - Bcom, Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management

Studying through UNISA has allowed me to gain valuable work experience whilst studying. This Bcom Degree has broadened my business.

As & Igcse Certifications, General Studies, 9-12

Activities and Societies: 2010-2013 - Head Prefect - Richtersveld Charity Outreach (13 days) - Victor Ludorum (2012, 2013) - Prefect.