 Established credibility in achieving the net profit of around $ 120k in 2.5 years for Afritec Distribution (consulting firm) startup.  Coordinating with service providers to enable them to provide region based services to customer at their head office Johannesburg and branches across South Africa  Mentoring a team of 18 members based in various locations within Gauteng by Remote Account Management in Johannesburg

Dedicated and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in the transportation and logistics industry. Currently serving as the Head of Operations at Afrilog Cargo Management Pty Ltd, a leading company in South Africa specializing in road transport solutions for various sectors including FMCG, Mining, and more. Passionate about driving operational excellence and delivering superior customer service in the dynamic and challenging environment of Southern Africa's transportation landscape.Lead and manage all aspects of operations for road transport services in South Africa and Southern Africa, with a particular focus on regions including the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).Strategize and implement efficient operational processes to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods for clients across different sectors, including FMCG and Mining.Oversee a team of operations staff, drivers, and subcontractors to ensure adherence to safety protocols, regulatory compliance, and service level agreements.Collaborate closely with other departments such as sales, finance, and procurement to optimize resources, streamline workflows, and drive business growth.Continuously evaluate and improve operational performance through data analysis, KPI tracking, and feedback mechanisms.Managed day-to-day operations of a fleet of vehicles for transporting goods across South Africa, overseeing scheduling, routing, and driver management.Implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize stockouts, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and reduced costs.Conducted regular performance reviews and provided training and development opportunities to team members to enhance productivity and morale.Developed strong relationships with clients and suppliers to ensure smooth coordination and resolution of any operational issues.

Lead and oversee all aspects of operations for a IT hardware and sourcing company based in Dubai focused onenterprise projects in the UAE / South Africa/Southern Africa/West and East Africa.• Spearhead IT software development initiatives, including planning, execution, installation, and post-implementationsupport for various projects.• Manage a diverse portfolio of products, including HP, Lenovo, Epson, Samsung, Consumables, Storage, Servers,CCTV/ Mobility, Western Digital ( Memory and HDD), Twinmos , Seagate.• Source and negotiate with vendors to ensure cost-effective procurement of IT hardware and software products,maintaining a high level of quality.• Collaborate closely with the sales team to identify market demands, drive business growth, and explore newopportunities for expansion.• Implement best practices to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.• Foster strong relationships with clients, understanding their unique needs, and providing customized solutions tomeet their business requirements.• Successfully manage and deliver complex projects on time and within budget, achieving high levels of customersatisfaction.• Actively monitor industry trends, technological advancements, and market changes to stay ahead in the competitivelandscape.

 Took ownership for promotion of Lexmark HW/Supplies and Software portfolio into English Speaking Africa region Facilitated year on year growth from 50K USD to 500K year 1, 900K in 2nd year and 1.8 Million USD in 3rd year  Successfully understood both internal and external key players at local, country, regional & worldwide (WW) level to analyze requirements & contribute to customer strategic business plan

 Spearheaded the management of distribution channel for South Africa and English Speaking Africa; reported to Director of EMEA based out of Europe and Dell Managing Director South Africa  Worked with Cyber Security Product DELL SONICWALL pivotal in augmenting the turnover from 150K USD to 1.5 Million USD in a year  Facilitated the identification of potential Elite and Premier indirect partners in South Africa and English Speaking Africa

Growth Path: Business Development Manager – Fujitsu Siemens Computers/APC /Philips Business Development Manager – HP/Microsoft/APC/Samsung/Dell Regional Sales Manager – HP/Microsoft/APC/Samsung and Dell Enterprise  Administered the turnover of $10 million to 50 million USD pa; reported to Operations Director and Managing Director of Africa  Led a team of 12 members including Product Managers & Sales Executives  Steered the Stock Management to maintain at less than 20% aging – rapid stock turnover and ensured profitability in the distribution business