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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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Anver Hendry Thompson

Logistics
Port Alfred

Summary

Dynamic Yard Supervisor at Build It with a proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering teamwork. Skilled in heavy machinery operation and incident reporting, I successfully negotiated vendor contracts and implemented training programs, driving accountability and safety culture among staff. Committed to continuous improvement and maintaining high-performance standards.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Yard Supervisor

Build It
11.2021 - 08.2025
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms for supplies and equipment purchases.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, offering constructive feedback for continuous development.
  • Established clear performance metrics for staff members to drive accountability and encourage high-performance behavior consistently.
  • Ensured a clean and organized workspace by enforcing strict housekeeping standards across the yard operations.
  • Led a cross-functional team to identify areas for improvement within the yard, resulting in more efficient daily operations.
  • Enhanced employee productivity by providing regular training sessions on safety protocols and equipment operation.

Receiving and Dispatch Manager

Komga Distributors
09.1988 - 07.2016
  • Managed a team of dispatchers, fostering a collaborative work environment to ensure smooth operations.
  • Streamlined communication processes for better coordination between drivers, customers, and warehouse staff.
  • Promoted safety culture among drivers by reinforcing compliance with regulations and conducting regular safety meetings.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to create efficient delivery schedules that met both company objectives and customer expectations.
  • Improved dispatch efficiency by implementing new scheduling and routing strategies.
  • Reported to management operational activities and maintained current records.
  • Developed contingency plans for unexpected events, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.

Storekeeper

Freegold Stores
04.1988 - 09.1996
  • Received product shipments and organized in stockroom storage area.
  • Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular stock checks and maintaining updated records.
  • Kept sales receipts and maintained accounting records.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of all incoming materials, verifying quantities against purchase orders and communicating discrepancies to relevant parties.
  • Ordered goods from various vendors to maintain store merchandise levels.
  • Maintained a safe working environment with strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Received, merchandised and arranged all shop items for visual display.

Education

No Degree - Accounting

Intec College
Correspondense
04.2001 -

Skills

Incident reporting

Accomplishments

  • Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
  • Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
  • Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
  • Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].

Certification

[Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]

Timeline

Yard Supervisor

Build It
11.2021 - 08.2025

No Degree - Accounting

Intec College
04.2001 -

Receiving and Dispatch Manager

Komga Distributors
09.1988 - 07.2016

Storekeeper

Freegold Stores
04.1988 - 09.1996
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