Angus Lewis
Managing Director Recruitment
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at A.R.S, driving significant revenue growth through strategic planning and innovative problem-solving. Expert in project management and relationship building, I foster high-performance teams and enhance operational efficiency, achieving remarkable client satisfaction and retention rates. Committed to continuous improvement and empowering employees for success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Director
A.R.S
02.2024 - 2026
- Guided teams to achieve professional growth.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
- Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Leveraged data analytics insights for informed decision-making in critical areas such as sales forecasting, budgeting, or personnel management.
- Spearheaded successful product launches that resulted in increased brand visibility and customer acquisition.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
- Streamlined project delivery mechanisms, significantly reducing time to market for new initiatives.
- Boosted operational efficiency by optimizing supply chain processes.
- Enhanced data-driven decision-making by implementing advanced analytics and reporting tools.
- Improved team morale and productivity by implementing comprehensive professional development program.
- Achieved remarkable turnaround of underperforming divisions through strategic leadership and restructuring.
- Drove significant market share growth with launch of innovative product lines.
- Optimized inventory management to minimize costs and ensure product availability.
- Transformed organizational culture to embrace continuous improvement, leading by example and mentoring teams.
- Strengthened financial health with rigorous cost control measures and revenue enhancement strategies.
- Reinforced company's competitive position by securing intellectual property rights and fostering innovation.
- Cultivated high-performance executive team, selecting and mentoring candidates for key leadership roles.
- Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction with timely and transparent communication strategies.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
- Expanded into new markets, conducting thorough market analysis and establishing key local partnerships.
- Revolutionized customer service protocols, significantly improving customer satisfaction ratings.
- Fostered culture of innovation, encouraging development of cutting-edge solutions.
- Secured lucrative partnerships to expand market reach, negotiating favorable terms.
- Led cross-functional teams to exceed benchmarks for SLA delivery, staying on top of challenging schedules with multiple competing timelines.
- Navigated company through periods of significant change, maintaining focus on long-term strategic goals.
- Became Master Level AI practioner
Managing Director
Executive Horizon
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services.
- Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings.
- Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Cultivated a strong organizational culture built on integrity accountability teamwork which resulted in higher retention rates among staff.
- Managed risk effectively by instituting comprehensive mitigation strategies across the organization''s operations.
- Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
- Expanded market presence through successful negotiation of key partnerships and acquisitions.
- Oversaw complex negotiations with suppliers/vendors for favorable contract terms that led to cost savings.
- Championed adoption of remote work technologies, ensuring business continuity and employee wellbeing during challenging times.
- Drove company revenue growth, orchestrating effective sales and marketing strategy that targeted untapped markets.
- Improved decision-making processes, implementing data analytics tools that provided actionable insights across departments.
- Boosted company market share by leading strategic partnerships and negotiations with key industry players.
- Led negotiation of landmark deal, establishing company as key player in new market segment.
- Negotiated high-value contracts with key clients, securing long-term revenue streams.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships, providing regular updates and managing expectations through effective communication strategies.
- Facilitated entry into new international markets, conducting thorough market research and establishing local partnerships.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Senior Consultant
CA GLOBAL
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Mentored junior consultants, helping them enhance their skills and contribute more effectively to projects.
- Prioritized projects and project tasks depending upon key milestones and deadline dates.
- Troubleshot issues by understanding issue, diagnosing root cause and coming up with effective solutions.
- Collaborated with internal teams to develop customized solutions that addressed unique client needs.
- Built strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and proactive problem-solving efforts.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing tailored consulting services and effective problem-solving strategies.
- Developed innovative strategies to address complex business challenges, resulting in increased profitability for clients.
- Identified key areas in need of improvement and implemented plans to rectify issues.
- Exceeded customer requirements with accurate and deliverable solutions.
- Delivered high-quality solutions for clients through comprehensive research and analysis of industry trends.
- Evaluated existing business processes, recommending improvements that led to increased operational efficiency.
- Streamlined project management processes, improving efficiency and reducing overall costs.
- Presented findings and recommendations to executive-level stakeholders, effectively communicating key insights and action plans.
- Facilitated workshops with clients to identify pain points, establish goals, and define actionable steps towards achieving desired outcomes.
- Evaluated clients' needs and created plan of action to provide solutions.
- Gave budget suggestions for projects, outlining financial needs, and forecasting.
- Developed custom solutions based upon clients' strict requirements.
- Assessed needs for projects and made proposals to senior executives.
- Collaborated with teams to define, strategize, and implement marketing and web strategies.
- Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
University of STELLENBOSCH
STELLENBOSCH 12.2000
Skills
Problem-solving
Project management
Operations management
Team management
People management
Project coordination
Business development
Relationship building
Decision-making
Strategic planning
Strategies and goals
Business planning
Verbal and written communication
Team collaboration
Creativity and innovation
Contract negotiation
Negotiation
Contract management
Partnerships and alliances
Time management
Organizational development
Budget management
Goal setting
Analytical thinking
Crisis management
Issues resolution
Legal and regulatory compliance
Human resources management
Charismatic leader
Talent acquisition
Contract and vendor management
Sales management
Employee development
Information technology management
Corporate social responsibility
Hiring and retention
Rules and regulations
Government relations
Story pitching
Leadership development
Performance management
Multitasking and organization
Client relations
Visionary leadership
Coaching and mentoring
Business strategy
Cross-functional team leadership
Industry knowledge
Intellectual property management
Team leadership
Analytical skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving abilities
Problem-solving aptitude
Multitasking Abilities
Effective communication
Excellent communication
Timeline
Director
A.R.S
02.2024 - 2026
Managing Director
Executive Horizon
01.2023 - 03.2025
Senior Consultant
CA GLOBAL
01.2018 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
University of STELLENBOSCH