Danie Louwrens

Results-driven Meat Market Manager with 25+ years' experience leading high-volume retail butcheries. Proven ability to grow sales, reduce waste, and develop high-performing teams that consistently meet targets. Strong expertise in HACCP compliance, GP management, and supplier negotiation. Known for maintaining strict quality standards while driving efficient, profitable operations in demanding retail environments.

Butchery Consultant - Self-Employed

(2024-11)

Deliver contract butchery management and operational improvement solutions for independent retailers

• Drive GP improvement, staff capability development, HACCP compliance, and waste reduction
• Implement cutting plans and pricing strategies to increase profitability

Butchery Manager - Brackenfell Spar

(2023-11 - 2024-10)

Managed full butchery operations in a high-volume retail environment with 10+ staff

• Improved team cutting efficiency, reducing waste and increasing yield
• Maintained strict control over stock, GP %, and product quality
• Executed promotions and pricing strategies to boost foot traffic and sales
• Achieved 100% HACCP compliance during internal and external audits
• Produced weekly sales reports and negotiated with suppliers for cost efficiency

Butchery Consultant - Cedar Spar, Bothasig

(2023-02 - 2023-10)

Streamlined operations during management transition

• Standardised cutting procedures to improve consistency and yield

Butchery Manager - Tollies Meat Market, Kraaifontein

(2021-01 - 2023-01)

Oversaw daily operations including opening/closing, cash handling, and banking

• Managed goods receiving, stock takes, and operational productivity
• Maintained HACCP standards and supplier relationships

Butchery Manager - Brito's Meat Markets

Production Manager - Cape Deli

Matric - Bellville High School (1994)