Head of Procurement & Logistics - Red Fox Create (PTY) Ltd
(2023-02 - 2026-02)
- Design and manage an effective procurement process
- Identify preferred suppliers and establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to support the efficient management of supplies
- Work closely with the Technical & Production teams to understand their procurement and logistic needs
- Collaborate with key people to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company
- Negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous terms
- Plan, source and manage the delivery of all materials
- Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
- Expect unfavorable events through analysis of data and prepare control strategies
- Take the lead on all procurement activities, giving suggestions and innovative practices to the organization
- Control spend and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs
- Monitor storage and movement of inventory
- Plan, manage and evaluate logistics operations liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers, logistics providers, transportation companies and customers
- Create and implement best practice logistics principles, policies, and processes across the organization to improve operational performance
- Deliver solutions to logistics problems while maintaining high levels of quality and service within budgetary requirements
- Monitor quality, quantity, delivery times, and transport costs
- Negotiate rates and contracts with transportation and logistics providers
- Select carriers/suppliers and monitor service against performance criteria
- Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems, imports or exports or customer issues
- Review impact of logistics changes, such as routing, shipping modes, product volumes or carriers and report results to others
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify inefficiencies and cost optimisation opportunities
Procurement Manager - Way Up Front Media (PTY) Ltd
(2021-09 - 2023-01)
- Strategic Procurement: Developed and executed procurement strategies to source raw materials, substrates, and components for POS display manufacturing, ensuring cost savings and optimal supplier performance.
- Supplier Management: Built and maintained relationships with local and international suppliers, negotiated favorable terms, and established supplier performance metrics to drive reliability and quality.
- Cost Control & Budgeting: Implemented cost-saving initiatives through vendor negotiations, bulk purchasing, and alternative sourcing without compromising on quality.
- Inventory & Logistics Oversight: Monitored stock levels, implemented effective inventory control systems, and coordinated logistics to ensure uninterrupted production flow and on-time project delivery.
- Quality Assurance: Worked closely with production and design teams to ensure procured materials met required specifications and compliance standards.
- Contract & Compliance Management: Drafted, reviewed, and managed procurement contracts to align with company objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with production, finance, and project management teams to streamline operations, forecast demand, and deliver client projects efficiently.
- Market Research: Conducted continuous market analysis to identify new suppliers, assess industry trends, and implement innovative procurement solutions.
- Negotiated supplier agreements that reduced material costs while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Optimized procurement and logistics processes, reducing lead times for critical materials.
- Strengthened supplier partnerships that supported consistent production output and improved project delivery timelines.
- Contributed to the company's reputation for reliable, high-quality POS display solutions by ensuring procurement aligned with project requirements.
Procurement Manager - Forge Tools (division of Setsolar)
(2021-03 - 2021-09)
Business Manager - Setsolar: Renewable Energy Solutions
(2011-07 - 2015-07)
- Developed and executed procurement strategies for solar panels, inverters, batteries, and related renewable energy components.
- Managed local and international supplier sourcing, negotiating favorable terms and ensuring on-time material delivery.
- Oversaw the end-to-end purchasing process — from requisition to delivery — ensuring accuracy and cost efficiency.
- Evaluated supplier performance based on quality, reliability, pricing, and compliance with environmental and technical standards.
- Collaborated with engineering, logistics, and project management teams to align procurement with installation schedules.
- Ensured compliance with import/export regulations and managed customs clearance for international shipments.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels to support project timelines and prevent material shortages or overstocking.
- Conducted market research to identify new suppliers, cost-saving opportunities, and emerging solar technologies.
- Created and maintained supplier databases, purchase records, and procurement reports for management review.
- Ensured all procurement activities adhered to sustainability, ethical sourcing, and B-BBEE requirements.
- Reduced solar component procurement costs through effective supplier negotiations and improved sourcing strategies.
- Established long-term partnerships with leading global solar manufacturers, ensuring product quality and supply stability.
- Improved procurement turnaround times by implementing standardized purchasing and approval processes.
- Supported successful rollout of large-scale solar projects across South Africa and neighboring regions.
- Enhanced supplier performance tracking and introduced measurable KPIs to maintain consistent service delivery.
General & Procurement Manager - Fouché Engineering cc
(2016-09 - 2021-02)
- Oversaw daily business operations, including procurement, production planning, and general management of the workshop.
- Managed sourcing and purchasing of raw materials such as stainless steel, mild steel, aluminium, and mechanical components.
- Negotiated pricing, lead times, and contracts with suppliers to ensure cost efficiency and continuity of supply.
- Supervised production schedules, job prioritization, and project delivery timelines.
- Implemented quality control standards and ensured adherence to customer specifications and engineering tolerances.
- Managed budgets, cost analysis, and expense tracking to maintain profitability across multiple projects.
- Coordinated logistics for incoming raw materials and outgoing finished products, ensuring on-time delivery to clients.
- Maintained strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and key clients to support business growth and operational stability.
- Introduced process improvements in inventory management, reducing material waste and improving turnaround times.
- Led a multidisciplinary workshop team, ensuring safety, efficiency, and continuous skills development.
- Successfully reduced material procurement costs by negotiating long-term supplier agreements.
- Streamlined production and procurement processes, resulting in improved project turnaround and reduced downtime.
- Expanded the supplier network, improving material availability and quality consistency.
- Played a key role in diversifying the company's client base across precision engineering and metal fabrication sectors.
- Oversaw the company's steady growth and maintained operational continuity during challenging market conditions.
- Improved cost control and project profitability through effective planning and resource allocation.
Procurement / Stock Control Manager - PAM Refrigeration
(2015-07 - 2016-08)
- Assisted in the procurement of refrigeration components, mechanical parts, piping, and electrical materials for large-scale industrial projects.
- Oversaw all aspects of stock control, including monitoring inventory levels, managing reorder points, and conducting regular audits.
- Negotiated supplier contracts and ensured competitive pricing while maintaining product quality and compliance with technical standards.
- Coordinated with project and installation teams to align material availability with site schedules and project deadlines.
- Developed and maintained supplier databases, ensuring consistent quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.
- Implemented procurement and stock control procedures to improve traceability and reduce stock variances.
- Managed logistics for local and imported materials, ensuring timely delivery to project sites.
- Worked closely with the finance department to reconcile purchase orders, invoices, and delivery notes.
- Assisted in forecasting material demand based on project pipelines and historical usage data.
- Enforced company compliance with safety standards, ethical sourcing, and B-BBEE procurement policies
- Improved stock accuracy and reduced excess inventory through structured stock control systems.
- Negotiated favorable supplier terms that resulted in significant cost savings for the company.
- Reduced lead times on critical components by optimizing supplier communication and logistics coordination.
- Played a key role in maintaining uninterrupted material flow for multiple concurrent refrigeration installation projects.
- Introduced better forecasting methods that aligned material procurement with project demands, improving efficiency and minimizing waste.
