Deidre Lee Muthu
Johannesburg
Summary
Results-driven logistics professional with extensive experience at Africa Steel and Tube, specializing in operations management and innovative problem-solving. Achieved significant fleet efficiency improvements through GPS technology implementation and designed organizational systems that enhanced operational accuracy. Notable for strong attention to detail and effective multitasking, consistently delivering projects within budgetary constraints. Aiming to leverage expertise in logistics to contribute to a forward-thinking organization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Logistics Manager
Africa Steel and Tube
Johannesburg
07.2024 - Current
- Monitored and organized logistics documents, bills of lading, delivery receipts, packing lists and load tags.
- Coordinated daily logistics operations, including shipment scheduling and tracking.
- Provided support in developing new processes for improving operational efficiencies.
- Analyzed customer orders to determine optimal shipping routes and methods.
- Managed movement, sorting and loading of supplies to keep deliveries on schedule.
- Maintained records of damaged goods, backorders and applicable regulatory reporting.
- Identified areas for improvement within the logistics department and recommended solutions.
- Performed regular audits of inventory levels at warehouses to ensure accuracy.
- Strengthened operational efficiencies by developing organizational filing systems for invoices, customer orders and contract records.
- Managed daily operations of the fleet department including staffing, scheduling and performance management.
- Consistently met company and department objectives within budget and time constraints.
- Maintained fleet of vehicles, including scheduling preventative maintenance and repairs.
- Prepared weekly report summarizing key performance indicators for senior management review.
- Implemented GPS and telematics systems to monitor vehicle locations and driver behavior, enhancing fleet efficiency.
Financial Administrator
Africa Steel and Tube
Johannesburg
03.2019 - Current
- Adhered to company policies concerning accounting standards and regulations when generating invoices.
- Assisted Accounts Payable department with verifying vendor invoices against purchase orders for accuracy.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve issues related to accounts receivables or payables.
- Upgraded filing procedures to incorporate electronic platforms.
- Maintained up-to-date records of invoices, payments, and account statuses.
- Researched new sources of supply in order to improve cost savings opportunities.
- Stayed up to date on market trends, prices and vendor options.
- Tracked orders and confirmed system lead times, delivery dates and costs.
Financial Administrator
KZN VIP Group
Durban
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Monitored cash flow to ensure sufficient funds were available for daily operations.
- Processed invoice payments and recorded information in account database.
- Monitored customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities.
- Investigated past due invoices and delinquent accounts to generate revenues and reduce number of unpaid and outstanding accounts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greenbury Secondary School
Durban, South Africa12-2014
Skills
- Logistics coordination
- Problem solving
- Operations management
- Multitasking capacity
- Attention to detail
- Fleet management
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Assistant Logistics Manager
Africa Steel and Tube
07.2024 - Current
Financial Administrator
Africa Steel and Tube
03.2019 - Current
Financial Administrator
KZN VIP Group
08.2017 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Greenbury Secondary School
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