Corné Botha

Led multiple high-impact software development projects for major retailers across South Africa and Europe, focusing on supplier integration and process optimization:

Spearheaded the Technical Product Specification Management System for Pick n Pay

• Enhanced product information management workflows and compliance
• Designed and implemented supplier integration processes
• Streamlined technical specification documentation and approval cycles

Managed Supplier Portal Implementation Program for Makro Group

• Successfully delivered integrated supplier portals for Netherlands, Czech Republic, and Slovakia operations
• Led cross-functional teams across multiple time zones
• Ensured consistent project delivery within budget and timeline constraints
• Maintained transparent stakeholder communication across different regions

Led Boxer Supplier Portal Implementation

• Served as project manager and lead business analyst
• Pioneered innovative I-assisted development methodology, transforming traditional development approach
• Reduced feature development time on average by 30-40% through strategic use of AI development tools
• Decreased technical documentation effort by over 50% using AI assistance
• Developed and implemented custom features using AI-powered code generation, allowing development team to focus on complex system architecture
• Successfully delivered production-ready features while maintaining high code quality standards
• Managed full software development lifecycle from inception to deployment
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure project success

Executed Business Process Improvement Projects

• Conducted comprehensive system analysis for Pick n Pay, delivering actionable recommendations
• Designed and implemented new vendor take-on process for Defy Appliances, optimizing supplier onboarding
• Implemented agile methodologies to prioritize tasks and optimize workflow efficiency