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Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

Establishing a warehouse, procurement and logistics leadership team. Training and developing staff on adopting best practices in this environment that will enable working smarter and not harder, with accuracy , integrity and efficiency. Introducing new methodologies. Passing on my knowledge and experience to allow for localization. Developing strategies for future growth of the business.

Malawi

In my last role as a Regional Supply Chain Manager, I administered and supported operations at various locations, including Malawi, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Zambia, Kenya, Uganda, and Jordan. I empowered, trained, and motivated the local staff for improving overall operational efficiency, while ensuring compliance with the company SOPs, policies, and corporate governance rules. I oversaw the selection of renewable energy technologies in power consumption and material handling equipment. I… Show more In my last role as a Regional Supply Chain Manager, I administered and supported operations at various locations, including Malawi, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Zambia, Kenya, Uganda, and Jordan. I empowered, trained, and motivated the local staff for improving overall operational efficiency, while ensuring compliance with the company SOPs, policies, and corporate governance rules. I oversaw the selection of renewable energy technologies in power consumption and material handling equipment. I strategized the organizational direction to streamline the supply chain activities.Some of my accomplishments/contributions are:• Minimized the carbon footprint by acknowledging and prompting climate change and its impact through detailed assessments and incorporation of the latest renewable energy technologies.• Successfully implemented SAP Inventory and Material Resource Management modules across the entire region.• Led the negotiations for supplier contract agreements based on an open book costing principles, while deploying effective strategies for reducing the lead procurements duration for bulk items. Show less

Malawi

In my previous roles as a Consultant, I reorganized existing operations by utilizing effective management techniques, leading to being recognized for exceptional efforts by management. I reviewed purchase orders on daily basis before release, while preventing inventory shortages, evaluated RFQ pricing. I checked out outstanding orders, examined inventory levels, and managing day-to-day personnel tasks.Some of my accomplishments/contributions are;• Introduced and applied innovative… Show more In my previous roles as a Consultant, I reorganized existing operations by utilizing effective management techniques, leading to being recognized for exceptional efforts by management. I reviewed purchase orders on daily basis before release, while preventing inventory shortages, evaluated RFQ pricing. I checked out outstanding orders, examined inventory levels, and managing day-to-day personnel tasks.Some of my accomplishments/contributions are;• Introduced and applied innovative approaches to rationalize the operations of stores and warehouse.• Headed contract negotiations with service level agreements (SLAs), while slashing additional costs on procured items. Show less

Johannesburg And Siberia

During my tenure as General Manager and Supply Chain Manager, I gained a comprehensive knowledge of Russian business environment and logistics market to advise the beneficial strategies from starting a business from scratch, joint ventures and/or buying an existing business, especially in Siberia. I examined the status of expected deliveries/ dispatches and resolved potential deviation from the plan. I monitored daily warehouse operational performance and prospected opportunities for improving… Show more During my tenure as General Manager and Supply Chain Manager, I gained a comprehensive knowledge of Russian business environment and logistics market to advise the beneficial strategies from starting a business from scratch, joint ventures and/or buying an existing business, especially in Siberia. I examined the status of expected deliveries/ dispatches and resolved potential deviation from the plan. I monitored daily warehouse operational performance and prospected opportunities for improving supply chain activities through lead time reduction, cost reduction, and transportation utilization and optimization.Some of my accomplishments/contributions are:• Laying the foundation to establish Barloworld Logistics division in Russia, along with the Barloworld Equipment sister company, Vostochnaya Technika.• Commenced the implementation of SAP WMS (Warehouse Management System) to restructure the current operational activities.• Conducted extensive training and coaching sessions for imparting applicable knowledge to Russian supply chain staff ensuring the adherence to best practices, principles, processes and procedures. Show less

Boksburg

Responsibilities Overseeing the running of the entire South African business•Managing staff to ensure functions are executed efficiently and effectively. •Negotiating distributor and agency agreements•Introduce processes and procedures that ensure good business governance •Ensure exporting documentation are processed correctly and lead time delays minimised•Procurement and sourcing of service providers for customer base•Maintain customer service at the highest levels… Show more Responsibilities Overseeing the running of the entire South African business•Managing staff to ensure functions are executed efficiently and effectively. •Negotiating distributor and agency agreements•Introduce processes and procedures that ensure good business governance •Ensure exporting documentation are processed correctly and lead time delays minimised•Procurement and sourcing of service providers for customer base•Maintain customer service at the highest levels as this differentiates Mundi •Develop a strategy to grow the business into AfricaValue added achievements•Business growing month on month showing dramatically improved net profit figures•Customer base and expenditure with Mundi growing•Expanded business into Mozambique, Malawi and TanzaniaPrepared the business for a buyout by a bigger corporate. Show less

Bedfordview,Johannesburg, South Africa

Consulting in areas of Operations, Supply Chain and Customer Services- Business processes and procedures- Evaluating sequence of activities- Warehousing philosophies- Selection of best technologiesProject ManagementProcurement and brokering servicesChange Management Services

Johannesburg

• Introduce QR Codes (quick response codes) into the market• Develop a strategy to educate the broader public• Identify industry segments/channels that will embrace this technology as a value add mechanism• Conduct presentations selling the product• Launching of a Virtual Shopping business concept using this new mobile technology

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

•Conduct assessments of the complete Supply Chain within organization including the operations. Highlighting opportunity where improvement can be introduced that will result in cost savings, enhanced customer service and visibility of financial document audit trails. •Develop project plans to re engineer receiving, warehouse and dispatch departments•Co ordinate the implementation of project plans with the relevant custodians (Third Party inclusive)Introduce POD process… Show more •Conduct assessments of the complete Supply Chain within organization including the operations. Highlighting opportunity where improvement can be introduced that will result in cost savings, enhanced customer service and visibility of financial document audit trails. •Develop project plans to re engineer receiving, warehouse and dispatch departments•Co ordinate the implementation of project plans with the relevant custodians (Third Party inclusive)Introduce POD process onlineConduct a premises relocation study of facility in Cape Town•Evaluate and asses the results achieved against plan•Conduct Change Management sessions with employees introducing the company vision and new concepts Show less

Johannesburg

As the Country Operations Manager, I re-engineered factory workstations layout by installing modern and efficient machinery/equipment. I overhauled the entire component and spares warehouse by introducing the lean storage units. I leveraged exceptional skills and tools in reviewing and increasing the production throughput against planned target downtimes with resolution action plans, any points of importance that will impact ability to ensure efficient performance. I followed up on any issues… Show more As the Country Operations Manager, I re-engineered factory workstations layout by installing modern and efficient machinery/equipment. I overhauled the entire component and spares warehouse by introducing the lean storage units. I leveraged exceptional skills and tools in reviewing and increasing the production throughput against planned target downtimes with resolution action plans, any points of importance that will impact ability to ensure efficient performance. I followed up on any issues raised that have not be addressed. Resolved pertaining issues by clearly analyzing the situation and providing action plans to minimize the impact and ensure efficient performance.Some of my accomplishments/contributions are;• Improved the product manufacturing procedures by reducing the lead time through the purchase of latest machinery.• Significantly decreased the obsolete inventory by applying the appropriate mechanisms for inventory update.• Launched go-to-market strategies, aligned with the new product development process. Show less

Johannesburg

Responsibilities Oversee the entire supply chain inclusive of Procurement, Inventory, Warehousing and Distribution departments. • Introducing processes, procedures and systems to enhance the integration, enabling improved customer service both internally and externally. • Negotiate international supplier agreements as 80 percent of product was imported. • Expand the market presence through setting up a country wide network.• Merging of two ERP systems into a single operating… Show more Responsibilities Oversee the entire supply chain inclusive of Procurement, Inventory, Warehousing and Distribution departments. • Introducing processes, procedures and systems to enhance the integration, enabling improved customer service both internally and externally. • Negotiate international supplier agreements as 80 percent of product was imported. • Expand the market presence through setting up a country wide network.• Merging of two ERP systems into a single operating platform • Introduce a warehouse management system into the business.Value added achievements • Use of a common Syspro ERP platform creating single system• Successful re location of raw material and finished goods warehouses• Reduction in stock take days from 4 to 2 days inclusive of results being posted • Introduction of bin locations by product categories improving service capabilities• Created forecasting visibility for sales and manufacturing staff through MRP Show less

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

• Establish the “AS IS” of the whole Aberdare Group Supply Chain, and develope a “To Be” Supply Chain Model in conjunction with Barloworld Logistics• Function in a Strategic capacity, taking Aberdare/ Powertech into the future• Analyzing the latest Trends, Methodologies, Processes and Technologies in the Total Supply Chain.• Identifying what enabling software was available in the Supply Chain industry to enhance service levels.• Compile budgetary plans for cost reduction in the… Show more • Establish the “AS IS” of the whole Aberdare Group Supply Chain, and develope a “To Be” Supply Chain Model in conjunction with Barloworld Logistics• Function in a Strategic capacity, taking Aberdare/ Powertech into the future• Analyzing the latest Trends, Methodologies, Processes and Technologies in the Total Supply Chain.• Identifying what enabling software was available in the Supply Chain industry to enhance service levels.• Compile budgetary plans for cost reduction in the value chain.• Interrogate the utilization and functionality of technology, equipment and facilities in the value chain• Optimize operational tasks in line with functional targets of the Value Chain• Collate and evaluate continuous improvement suggestions• Support the functional area management within the Value Chain ensuring alignment with the Global objectives• Conduct presentations to promote the integration of functional departments towards closer co operation• Negotiate, in collaboration with group procurement, all national material handling equipment contracts, insurance and service level agreements. These would include forklifts, pallet trolleys, overhead cranes, trailers etc. (This responsibility includes the management of the contract and reporting on any deviations from the original).• Review any requirements for change in rates, suppliers, service level agreements in the Distribution environment• Analyse any deviations posing a strategic risk to the Aberdare Value Chain Business Process• Monitor internal Value Chain SLA adherence• Compile Aberdare Group Value Chain Model, Business Process and KPI Metrics Design • Evaluate the performance of the Value Chain with respect to achieving objectives as set out• Reviews KPI measurements regularly forcing focus on value add activities.• Authorise decisions to implement changes in the Value Chain environment throughout the organization Show less

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

Responsibilities • Evaluate the Aberdare Group logistics state of health through a study of all the Supply Chain elements.Value added achievements • Conducted a study on Supply Chain Management, which resulted in the establishment of a Value Chain Division. • Played an instrumental role in establishing an agreement between Powertech and Barloworld Logistics on a Supply Chain Project for all Group Operating companies. • Developed and conducted presentations on Supply Chain… Show more Responsibilities • Evaluate the Aberdare Group logistics state of health through a study of all the Supply Chain elements.Value added achievements • Conducted a study on Supply Chain Management, which resulted in the establishment of a Value Chain Division. • Played an instrumental role in establishing an agreement between Powertech and Barloworld Logistics on a Supply Chain Project for all Group Operating companies. • Developed and conducted presentations on Supply Chain activities to employees illustrating the vision being adopted Show less

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

Responsibilities Ensure the effective management of the Logistics Division. • Purchasing and disposal of vehicles.• Assess and evaluate Business Solution Packages for Warehousing and Distribution. • Evaluate material handling improvement proposals. • Accountable for inventory management.• Implement processes to enhancing customer service.• Implement and control transport monitoring mechanism. (Multiple tracking capabilities)• Authorize all expenses for Logistics… Show more Responsibilities Ensure the effective management of the Logistics Division. • Purchasing and disposal of vehicles.• Assess and evaluate Business Solution Packages for Warehousing and Distribution. • Evaluate material handling improvement proposals. • Accountable for inventory management.• Implement processes to enhancing customer service.• Implement and control transport monitoring mechanism. (Multiple tracking capabilities)• Authorize all expenses for Logistics Division.Value added achievements • Establishing a new Logistics Division. • Successful consolidation of three Warehouses into one Distribution Centre. • Senior member of the team to be awarded the BASEC accreditation.• Establishment of a Drum Distribution Depot.• Nominated onto the Powertech Leadership Program • Developed a Logistics Vision for the Aberdare Group that would develop into incorporating the Powertech Group Companies.• Awarded Bronze at Logistics Achievers Awards in 2005. (Only operational for 3 years in this sector of industry)• Project Champion for the successful roll out of SAP modules in the Sales and Distribution environment.• Regular presenter of Supply Chain methodologies, promoting the adoption of the SCOR model (Supply Chain Operating Reference model) Show less

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

Responsibilities Provide assistance and guidance to Manufacturing Managers. • Control the production report-back program and meetings.• Evaluate and control the machine information centre MIC(Diames)• Justify and submit capital expenditure for plant equipment• Assist and participate in the Safety and ISO programs. • Manage training requirements, and Affirmative Action (AA) programs. • Assist and support project Management. Value added achievements • Played… Show more Responsibilities Provide assistance and guidance to Manufacturing Managers. • Control the production report-back program and meetings.• Evaluate and control the machine information centre MIC(Diames)• Justify and submit capital expenditure for plant equipment• Assist and participate in the Safety and ISO programs. • Manage training requirements, and Affirmative Action (AA) programs. • Assist and support project Management. Value added achievements • Played an active role in the Rightsizing Project Team of the Business Unit. • Part of the Senior Management Team that turned the business from a loss situation to sustainable profit in 6 month window. • Key role-player in establishing “Mafuta Drums” as BEE Supplier for assembled drum. Show less

Responsibilities Setting up of a complete manufacturing facility inclusive of sales and administrative structures• Develop marketing strategies, including sales forecasts and budgets.• Implementation of a manufacturing plan to meet the Marketing objectives. • Co-ordinate all departments and functions, ensuring optimum operating efficiency and productivity is achieved. • Ensure that the specifications as determined by the Auditing Body/Business Unit are adhered… Show more Responsibilities Setting up of a complete manufacturing facility inclusive of sales and administrative structures• Develop marketing strategies, including sales forecasts and budgets.• Implementation of a manufacturing plan to meet the Marketing objectives. • Co-ordinate all departments and functions, ensuring optimum operating efficiency and productivity is achieved. • Ensure that the specifications as determined by the Auditing Body/Business Unit are adhered to.• Ensure the effective planning, purchasing, storing, handling and distribution of raw materials and the dispatching of finished goods.• Oversee in the preparation of the annual, medium and long-term budget forecasts for the Business Unit in conjunction with the Financial Manager.• Present both monthly and annually financial results including sales volumes, expenses, factory recoveries, stock holding etc.• Ensure development of succession planning strategies and the effective implementation thereof for employees.• Develop and support subordinates in acquiring the skills, knowledge and experience necessary to become more proficient in their job functions. • Recruitment of personnel to build an organization.• Liaise with Political figures on the role the company plays within the rebuilding of the Mozambican economy.• Introducing, marketing and selling of the services and product range offered by Aberdare Cables.• Introducing the company to Donor country Embassies, Electrical Utilization Organizations and Wholesalers.Value added achievements • Establishing a cable manufacturing facility in Mozambique from ground level. Inaugurated on 24 June 1999 by President Chissano. • Successful in having certain importation tariffs reduced in favour of local manufacturing capabilities. • Introduced additional bought out products to provide the customer base with a solution package. • Successful in the reduction of Mozambican companies importing products sold by Aberdare Cabos. Show less

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa

- Manage two product group manufacturing departments in the factory- Management by objective principles adopted - Understand difefrent cultures in the workplace and how to derive best productive output levels- Achieve machine efficiency targets set out in the budget- Sent abroad for training in Europe and Sweden

- Time and motion study on operations- Continuous improvement investigations- Investigate production fault finding in non conforming product- Determine root causes- Statistical analyses of machine outputs- Feasibility studies for new equipment and machinery- Financial project justification reports

- Responsible for a production shift - Plan and execute production run schedule to meet output targets- Ensure materials to manufacture were requisitioned and available at the machine prior to production run- Manage machine efficiencies and defects- Handle staff issues - Monitor timekeeping of staff- Analyse downtimes and implement plans to minimise

- Undergo training in each functional department in the Business- Gain indepth knowledge of the processes and procedures in each section, and how these functions integrated into each other- Parcipate in projects being rolled out in the factory

Program For Management Development, Psychology, Economics, International Trade, Value Chain, Business Simulation, Marketing

Activities and Societies: GSB Alumni

Matric (Grade 12), English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Science, History, Biology

Certified Global Logistics And Supply Chain Manager

National Higher Diploma In Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current), Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Digital Systems, Management, Mechanical Technology, Machines

National Higher Diploma In Management Practice, Accounting, Finance, Labour/Industrial Relations, Mis, Marketing, Economics, Manufacturing Mngt

National Diploma In Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current), Digital Systems, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Communication (Programming & Language),

Activities and Societies: Electronics, Strengths of Materials, Electrical Machines, Mechanical Technology

Certificate In Supply Chain Techniques, Procurement Techniques, Logistics, Mrp Techniques, Scheduling, Planning & Controlling

Cum Laude for all subjects

Diploma In Business Management, Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Information Systems, Strategic Management Systems

Education record

Plastics Federation of South Africa (Extrusion) Work Study for Practitioners Thinking Skills Training Workshop

Education record

Activities and Societies: Aberdare Interation Management System Assertiveness Course S A Red Cross First Aid course Kepner Tregoe Q.