Bradford Jansen

Manage and directs the various functional departments and service

providers to ensure sound relationships with all stakeholders; achievement of budgeted profits; compliance with service level conditions; and the overall growth and sustainability of the business.

Key role of business development and growth in other geographical areas. Set up of On The Run Marketing in the Cape Town Region. Future expansion includes roll out to the KZN Region by the end of 2024.

• Developed and implemented recommendations for service improvement.
• Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
• Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits.
• Managed procurement activities to secure resource acquisitions at best possible cost.
• Optimized supply chain management strategies; reducing lead times while maintaining product quality standards for increased customer satisfaction rates.
• Drove revenue growth with successful launch of new products and services to meet customer needs.
• Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and systems, leading to increased productivity and cost savings.
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• Achieved operational excellence by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
• Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
• Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
• Promoted a culture of continuous learning through regular workshops, seminars, and training sessions for staff.
• Modified inventory control programs to maintain and enhance annual business plan.
• Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
• Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
• Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
• Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
• Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
• Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
• Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects.

• Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
• Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans.
• Tracked contract performance metrics and reported issues or non-compliance with appropriate stakeholders.
• Established and maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing and payment terms.
• Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
• Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
• Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
• Implemented category management strategies to optimize purchasing decisions across various product lines and business units.
• Collaborated with internal stakeholders to understand departmental needs, developing tailored procurement solutions that met their requirements while minimizing costs.
• Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
• Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
• Conducted spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

• Oversaw procurement process, establishing strategic partnerships with suppliers to reduce lead times and minimize stockouts.
• Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
• Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
• Improved on-time delivery rates by optimizing transportation routes and scheduling.
• Negotiated favorable terms with carriers, resulting in significant cost savings for the organization without compromising service quality.
• Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
• Developed warehouse system that provided best cost with appropriate service levels to achieve organizational goals.
• Led third-party vendors in achieving delivery time and cost targets.
• Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates for facility leases to minimize costs to company.
• Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
• Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination of supply chain activities.
• Developed strong relationships with vendors, leading to improved pricing and service levels.
• Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
• Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
• Reduced warehouse storage costs with effective space utilization strategies.

• Led change management initiatives to drive organizational transformation without compromising employee morale or productivity levels.
• Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
• Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
• Cultivated partnerships with external stakeholders to maximize business opportunities and extend network reach within the industry sector.
• Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
• Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.

• Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
• Developed warehouse system that provided best cost with appropriate service levels to achieve organizational goals.
• Selected, trained and developed logistics personnel to achieve high-performing teams.
• Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes.
• Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
• Managed a team of logistics professionals, providing coaching and guidance for career development and skill enhancement.
• Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
• Oversaw the procurement process, establishing strategic partnerships with suppliers to reduce lead times and minimize stockouts.
• Negotiated favorable terms with carriers, resulting in significant cost savings for the organization without compromising service quality.
• Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
• Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
• Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
• Improved on-time delivery rates by optimizing transportation routes and scheduling.

• Evaluated supplier performance regularly, ensuring continuous improvement in product quality and service delivery standards.
• Managed subordinates and gave directives, drafted schedules and comprehensively evaluated performance.
• Established contingency plans for addressing potential disruptions in the supply chain due to unforeseen events such as natural disasters or geopolitical issues.
• Enhanced raw materials inventory management by implementing efficient tracking and monitoring systems.
• Monitored safety stock levels and established order policies to balance inventory availability with minimal investment.
• Identified opportunities to reduce lead times and improve inventory management.
• Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
• Improved resource allocation to promote efficiency and deadline management.
• Optimized warehouse space utilization by implementing effective storage solutions for various types of raw materials.
• Collaborated with production team to forecast material requirements accurately, avoiding shortages or delays in manufacturing.
• Developed strong relationships with vendors, ensuring timely deliveries and high-quality products.
• Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.