Jp Posthumus

I am applying for any position where my combination of IT, warehouse, purchasing, and data skills can add immediate value. With 10+ years' experience across Storeman, IT/System Administration, and Operations, I am comfortable working with people, systems, and stock to keep operations running efficiently. I am a fast learner and take ownership until the job is done

Storeman at Autocast Ferrous Foundry (2018-12 – Present)

Responsible for inventory control, stock management, and logistics operations supporting manufacturing production.

• Receive, inspect, issue, and record stock using Syspro ERP
• Perform inventory counts, cycle counts, and stock reconciliations
• Monitor minimum stock levels and report shortages to ensure production continuity
• Manage raw materials, consumables, spare parts, gas, and oil stores
• Maintain FIFO stock rotation, product labeling, and MSDS compliance
• Maintain accurate inventory records, including hold logs, expiry registers, and reconciliations
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely and efficiently
• Ensure housekeeping and compliance with health and safety standards
• Support uninterrupted production through effective inventory management
• Manage stock receiving and issuing, Syspro data capture, stock counts, FIFO, expiry registers
• Assist with placing purchase orders when required in the absence of the Store Supervisor

IT/System Administrator - HOD of IT Department at Shopfit National (2013-11 – 2018-11)

Led the IT department, managing enterprise infrastructure, business systems, and technical support across the organization.

• Managed all IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, firewalls, backups, telephony, smartphones, printers, and copiers
• Administered Microsoft 365, SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange, Mimecast, ESET, and Windows Server environments
• Maintained 99.9% system uptime through proactive monitoring and preventative maintenance
• Provided technical support for Sage Evolution, Payroll, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and other business-critical applications
• Designed and developed Microsoft Access databases, Excel/VBA automation tools, and SQL reporting solutions for Finance, HR, Payroll, Sales, Costing, and Stores
• Implemented IT policies, security standards, and disaster recovery procedures
• Managed IT suppliers, service contracts, and SLA performance
• Supervised and mentored the IT Assistant
• Delivered user training and continuous IT support across departments
• Identified and implemented technology improvements that increased business efficiency

Storeman at Autocast Ferrous (2011-08 – 2013-10)

Responsible for inventory control, stock management, and logistics operations supporting manufacturing production.

• Receive, inspect, issue, and record stock using Syspro ERP
• Perform inventory counts, cycle counts, and stock reconciliations
• Monitor minimum stock levels and report shortages to ensure production continuity
• Manage raw materials, consumables, spare parts, gas, and oil stores
• Maintain FIFO stock rotation, product labeling, and MSDS compliance
• Maintain accurate inventory records, including hold logs, expiry registers, and reconciliations
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely and efficiently
• Ensure housekeeping and compliance with health and safety standards
• Support uninterrupted production through effective inventory management

Acting Scrap Analyst at Autocast Ferrous (2011-03 – 2011-07)

Supported quality assurance processes by analyzing production defects and customer returns.

• Investigated customer returns and internal production scrap
• Conducted quality inspections and production audits
• Captured and analyzed scrap data using PRS
• Performed first-off inspections and hardness testing
• Calibrated inspection and production measuring equipment
• Assisted with root cause investigations and quality improvements

CNC Operator/Final Inspector at Autocast Ferrous (2007-05 – 2011-03)

Operated CNC machinery while ensuring finished products met quality standards.

• Set up and operated CNC machines to achieve production targets
• Conducted final inspections to ensure compliance with engineering specifications
• Operated precision measuring, gauging, and leak-testing equipment
• Identified and reported quality issues to reduce defects
• Maintained accurate production and inspection records
• Followed manufacturing, safety, and quality procedures

Certificate in Junior Management & Supervisor Development – SEESA (2017 – 2017)

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) in MS Access 2013 – CTU (2014 – 2014)

Diploma in Operations Management – Varsity College (2013 – 2013)

Diploma in Purchasing Management – Varsity College (2012 – 2012)

Certificate in MS Excel 2007 Advanced & MS Word 2007 Advanced – Addskills (2007 – 2007)

Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate in General Education – High School Otto du Plessis (2006 – 2006)