James Fourie

Import Production and Logistics Manager with over 15 years' experience in the retail import clothing sector, specialising in merchandising, supplier management, production critical path execution, logistics coordination, and commercial administration. Proven ability to manage end-to-end production processes, maintain cost accuracy, and collaborate with buyers, suppliers, and distribution centres to deliver collections on time, on budget, and to specification. Strong commercial mindset with hands-on operational leadership and advanced system proficiency.

Imports and logistics merchandiser at ADV Imports – Clothing Design, Manufacturing & Importer (2014-01 – Present)

• Coordinated seasonal production across multiple international suppliers, managing production critical paths from order placement to final delivery
• Worked closely with buyers on new collections, costings, and developments to ensure commercial viability and delivery feasibility
• Controlled and reconciled stock movements, deliveries, and SAP orders against customer worksheets to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Managed logistics planning, shipping follow-ups, and delivery schedules to distribution centres, providing ongoing status updates to stakeholders
• Updated and maintained costings, margin factors, and pricing inputs to support accurate forecasting and profitability
• Prepared cash flow projections and monitored expenditure related to production, logistics, and travel
• Briefed suppliers on new orders, specifications, labelling, trims, and artworks, approving strike-offs, lab dips, and print samples
• Oversaw trims approvals and product development follow-ups to maintain quality and brand standards
• Produced regular production, sales, and delivery reports for internal management review
• Built and maintained strong supplier and customer relationships through proactive communication and problem-solving

Accounts Administrator at Wavelengths 135 (Pty) Ltd (2011-01 – 2014-12)

• Processed invoicing and credit notes using Pastel and SYNC
• Managed salaries and wages via Pastel Payroll
• Reconciled credit cards, cash receipts, and stock movements
• Calculated and reported on cost of sales and gross margins
• Produced valuation and aged analysis reports
• Prepared sales reports and assisted with financial controls

Accounting & Administrative Assistant (Part Time) at Happy Days Holiday Flats (2006-01 – 2014-12)

• Prepared invoices and receipts
• Managed cash handling and front-office administration
• Answered phone calls and booked reservations
• Assisted with cash books and bank reconciliations

Certificate in Business Management & Administration – Varsity College (2011-01 – 2011-12)

Grade 12 (Matric) – Kuswag High School (2008-01 – 2008-12)