Dirk Van Zyl
Distribution Manager
Randburg
Summary
Resourceful Distribution Manager with excellent inventory management and supply chain optimization skills. Hardworking and organized with expertise in warehouse and distribution. Offering 5 years of experience in FMCG Industry.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Distribution Manager
Meridian Wine Distribution
Johannesburg
12.2021 - Current
- Built and maintained relationships with key suppliers and customers to support seamless operations.
- Increased client retention by providing superior customer service.
- Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and customers to provide best cost and delivery terms.
- Implemented new Fleet systems, resolved performance issues and expanded processes to meet diverse needs.
- Implemented strategic plans as well as contributed to evaluation and analysis of business objectives.
- Developed and managed operating budget, meeting department goals.
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
Warehouse Planner
Meridian Wine Distribution
Johannesburg
11.2018 - 11.2021
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
IT Help Desk
Meridian Holdings
Johannesburg
09.2015 - 10.2018
- Provided Tier 1 IT support to non-technical internal users through desk side support services.
- Installed, modified, and repaired software and hardware to resolve technical issues.
- Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
- Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
- Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.
- Analyzed issues to identify troubleshooting methods needed for quick remediation.
- Documented support interactions for future reference.
- Rolled out software updates and applied server patches to thwart threats from penetrating networks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hoërskool Garsfontein
Pretoria 01.2007 - 12.2011
Skills
Strategic planning
Budgeting
Resource Allocation
Operational excellence
Customer Needs Assessment
Warehousing operations
Quality Management
Supply chain distribution
Performance evaluation
Certification
Sales and marketing management
Timeline
Distribution Manager
Meridian Wine Distribution
12.2021 - Current
Sales and marketing management
10-2021
Warehouse Planner
Meridian Wine Distribution
11.2018 - 11.2021
IT Help Desk
Meridian Holdings
09.2015 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Hoërskool Garsfontein
01.2007 - 12.2011