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Andrew Smith

Pietermaritzburg

Summary

A highly experienced individual with over 15 years of expertise in road transport, freight forwarding, logistics and manufacturing. Proficient at leading large cross-functional teams (170+ Staff) with a strong acumen in budget management, cost control and financial reporting. Skilled in commercial strategy and business development as well as hands-on fleet management of third party logistics and owned assets. A strategic thinker with proven ability to optomise supply chains and improve operational efficiencies. Adept in the cargo logistics networks and the flow of goods across the various corridors in Africa. An established network of industry stakeholders, including customers, transporters, and traders across the region. Well-versed in the National Road Traffic Safety Act, OHS Act, NBCRFLI collective agreements, labour legislation and ISO 22000, ISO 39001.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

BUSINESS CONSULTANT

MARSANGIA CONSULTING
01.2024 - Current
  • Manage budgets, forecasts and analyse financial reports to ensure healthy cash flow.
  • Analyse business operations and financial reporting (P+L)
  • Conduct commercial analysis for business operations.
  • Implement process optimisation strategies across supply chains, production, distribution and procurement.
  • Develop pricing strategies.
  • Inventory management of raw materials and finished goods.
  • Manage 3PL logistics.
  • Assist with recruitment, screening and human resource allocation.
  • Develop and implement training and mentoring programs.
  • Develop SHEQ management systems and emergency response plans.
  • Perform risk assessments to identify potential operational hazards.
  • Conduct regular compliance audits to ensure regulatory adherence.
  • Develop and maintain business continuity plans.

COMMERCIAL MANAGER (Petrochemicals, mining and general freight)

C.STEINWEG BRIDGE (PTY) LTD
07.2022 - 12.2023
  • Develop and implement commercial strategies to drive business growth and maximise profitability across African business, including the copper belt and DRC.
  • Identify opportunities and develop sustainable bulk flows of cargo into the region including but not limited to; as sulphur, fertilizer and lubricating oils.
  • Manage key client relationships.
  • Negotiate commercial contracts and agreements.
  • Report weekly with multiple business units on sales, cargo flows and volumes per region.
  • Collate and capture data and pricing for RFQ’s and tender submissions.
  • Assist with pricing and presentations for turnkey (multi-modal) logistical solutions for large customers.
  • Manage transporter performance.
  • Monitor and analyse pricing, sales performance and competitors in the industry.

SENIOR OPERATIONS MANAGER (KZN,FS,EC incl. Africa)

MANLINE ENERGY (PTY) LTD
04.2015 - 07.2022
  • Ensure daily tracking of financial budgets and KPI’s.
  • Maximise fleet uptime for various fleets (fuel, LPG, Chemicals, general cargo).
  • Ensure that deliveries are executed as planned and turnaround time monitored.
  • Monitor targets such as fuel consumption and telematics.
  • Ensure vehicles are maintained and serviced as per workshop service schedule/ OEM requirement.
  • Conduct management and operational meetings reporting to MD.
  • Arrange security escorts for South bound copper convoys.
  • Compile weekly & monthly management reports (weekly activity report/financial Variance on P+L).
  • Develop new business through networking with commercial traders, freight forwarders and direct customers.
  • Prepare customer quotations and pricing.
  • Submit pricing and presentations for customer RFQ’s and tenders.
  • Implement SLA’s with customers and communicate it at all levels; then monitor and continuously measure compliance to SLA’s on a monthly basis.
  • Present operational KPI’s to key customers.
  • Review employee potential and growth plan within employee success profile.
  • Conduct performance appraisals with the use of a balanced score card.
  • Participate in establishing individual development plan standards and objectives.
  • Facilitate training as per individual development plan.
  • Develop training material.
  • Mentor and coach where applicable.
  • Chair/Attend disciplinary hearings for both drivers and non-drivers.
  • Conduct job interviews for driver and non-driver candidates.
  • Approve wages/salaries and over-time for submission to payroll.
  • Monitor compliance against SHEQ responsibility KPI’s.
  • Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and other legislation such as the National Road Traffic Act as well as ISO39001.
  • Drive SHEQ within the department to filter to all drivers and non-drivers.
  • Initiate actions to correct non-conformances against SHEQ standard.
  • Ensure that all incidents are investigated and completed within the agreed time frame.
  • Identify and review business and SHEQ risk assessments with action plans.
  • Chair monthly driver committee meetings.
  • Attend all internal and external audits.
  • Analyse and interpret the expected revenue and costs (P+L) associated with the business.
  • Provide input when preparing and updating long-range forecasts.
  • Assist with capex motivations when needed.
  • Ensure that month-end invoicing is completed within the agreed time frame as per customers SLA.

FLEET MANAGER

MANLINE ENERGY (PTY) LTD
09.2011 - 04.2015
  • Daily, weekly and monthly reports to be submitted to management.
  • Maximising vehicle planning and utilisation to yield profitability.
  • Plan and execute deliveries for both local and cross-border deliveries.
  • Maintain prescribed driver ratio, driver leave- and the day off planning.
  • Driver management: drivecam, drivesmart and fuel consumption.
  • Manage driving and working hours.
  • Compilation and approval of wages schedule.
  • Manage leave and absenteeism.
  • Ensure training and compliance is valid and managed according to the training matrix.
  • Ensure vehicles are maintained and serviced as per workshop service schedule/ OEM requirement.
  • Implement and manage performance objectives of all drivers and implement corrective actions.
  • Manage supervisors to coordinate the fulfilment function to the delivery schedule.
  • Ensure all incidents and accidents are investigated and reported according to the procedure.

LOGISTICS SUPERVISOR

TRIPLE A BEEF (ABATTOIR AND FEEDLOT)
07.2008 - 04.2011
  • Manage staff attendance and time off.
  • Manage maintenance schedule for vehicles, including temperature calibration.
  • Coordinate break downs with workshop and third party suppliers.
  • Pre-cooling of vehicles prior to loading.
  • Inspecting vehicles prior to dispatch.
  • Tracking vehicle performance, fuel efficiency and vehicle costs.
  • Coordinating with sales team and production team for allocation of vehicles.
  • Planning routes for trucks based on order schedule.
  • Communicating with customers regarding delivery times or delays.
  • Planning of orders to be loaded for trucks.
  • Reconciliation of weights loaded versus returns.
  • Monitoring of green band driving, speed violations, and harsh braking.
  • Representing the company for disciplinary inquiries.

ASSISTANT FARM MANAGER

CRAIG SMITH FAMILY TRUST (SUGAR CANE FARM)
01.2004 - 06.2008
  • Assist with all activities relating to farming practices.
  • Submit cane estimates.
  • Conduct relevant soil and leaf samples.
  • Plan and execute irrigation requirements.
  • Fertilise as per FAS recommendations.
  • Manage labour.
  • Plan and execute harvest in line with SLA and the sugar mill.
  • Pay wages.

Education

CERTIFICATE - LOGISTICS & TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT

IQ Academy
01.2025 - Current

BTEC DEGREE - AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT

UNISA

NATIONAL DIPLOMA - AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT

UNISA

CERTIFICATE - BOOK KEEPING

VARSITY COLLEGE

Skills

  • FMCG
  • bulk cargo
  • wholesale and retail fuel
  • lubricants
  • team leadership
  • contract management
  • fleet management
  • motivation
  • guidance
  • support
  • business acumen
  • financial principles
  • budgeting
  • forecasting

Skills And Experience

Experience with FMCG, bulk cargo, wholesale and retail fuel and lubricants., Ability to lead large teams, manage multiple contracts and fleets, motivate, provide guidance and support to staff., Strong business acumen and understanding of financial principles related to budgeting, forecasting and pricing., Demonstrated success in developing and implementing commercial strategy geared towards specialised transport, logistics and niche cargo., Proficient in MS Office, Syspro, Carlo, Power BI, Qlikview, Max., Established network of customers and businesses across African region., A highly experienced individual with over 15 years of expertise in road transport, freight forwarding, logistics and manufacturing. Proficient at leading large cross-functional teams (170+ Staff) with a strong acumen in budget management, cost control and financial reporting. Skilled in commercial strategy and business development as well as hands-on fleet management of third party logistics and owned assets. A strategic thinker with proven ability to optimise supply chains and improve operational efficiencies. Adept in the cargo logistics networks and the flow of goods across the various corridors in Africa. An established network of industry stakeholders, including customers, transporters, and traders across the region. Well-versed in the National Road Traffic Safety Act, OHS Act, NBCRFLI collective agreements, labour legislation and ISO 22000, ISO 39001.

Industries

  • Dangerous goods road transport (fuel, chemicals, LPG)
  • General freight, FMCG and LTL distribution
  • Mining
  • Freight forwarding

Personal Information

  • License: Code 08
  • Date of Birth: 10/02/85
  • Nationality: South African

Timeline

CERTIFICATE - LOGISTICS & TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT

IQ Academy
01.2025 - Current

BUSINESS CONSULTANT

MARSANGIA CONSULTING
01.2024 - Current

COMMERCIAL MANAGER (Petrochemicals, mining and general freight)

C.STEINWEG BRIDGE (PTY) LTD
07.2022 - 12.2023

SENIOR OPERATIONS MANAGER (KZN,FS,EC incl. Africa)

MANLINE ENERGY (PTY) LTD
04.2015 - 07.2022

FLEET MANAGER

MANLINE ENERGY (PTY) LTD
09.2011 - 04.2015

LOGISTICS SUPERVISOR

TRIPLE A BEEF (ABATTOIR AND FEEDLOT)
07.2008 - 04.2011

ASSISTANT FARM MANAGER

CRAIG SMITH FAMILY TRUST (SUGAR CANE FARM)
01.2004 - 06.2008

BTEC DEGREE - AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT

UNISA

NATIONAL DIPLOMA - AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT

UNISA

CERTIFICATE - BOOK KEEPING

VARSITY COLLEGE

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