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EDZISANI MULAUDZI

GAUTENG

Summary

Experienced Logistics Supervisor skilled in managing and supervising movement, distribution and storage of goods from manufacturers and suppliers to end user. Reliable, organized and committed colleague. Resourceful professional highly skilled in transportation flow management. Team player offering dynamic personality and extensive background in import and export laws and strategic initiatives. Successfully handles critical shipments and contracts with attention to detail. Logistical planner with exceptional organization and time-management skills. Optimists schedules and workflows to achieve maximum efficiency. Skilled in budget controls, staff management and liaising with customers and stakeholders. Dedicated employee with extensive experience in logistics. Highly organized skilled in project management and successfully dealing with challenges. Focuses on optimizing processes to achieve goals and cut costs.

Resourceful Logistics Supervisor with 4 years of experience in overseeing transportation operations to promote on-time delivery. Motivated to negotiate deals for the most suitable and cost-effective carrier. Focused on monitoring and reporting transportation updates to maintain customer satisfaction with prompt deliveries.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Logistics Supervisor

Gizmmo Holdings
Gauteng
02.2021 - 12.2024

Supervised [20]+ loading dock staff, allocating tasks and managing operations.

  • Obtained transport quotes, negotiating with hauliers and securing best price.
  • Prepared and planned weekly load list and dispatch schedules.
  • Reduced transport costs through overhaul of 3PL supplier contracts.
  • Inspected vehicles for load weights, packing and order safety.
  • Evaluated risk information to submit standard and ad hoc risk reporting for board, committees and management.
  • Assessed financial data to measure risk exposure, stability and profitability, recommending solutions.
  • Forecasted developments involving investment risks and economic influences to protect client interests.
  • Recommended insurance strategies to reduce or control risk, enhancing protection.
  • Evaluated financial statements to determine capability of company to repay debts.
  • Coordinated daily logistics activities for timely order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Evaluated transportation options to identify the most cost-efficient carriers, saving on shipping expenses.
  • Resolved any issues arising from shipment discrepancies or damaged items promptly, minimizing impact on overall operations.

External Account Manger

mac vee agric
Polokwane
05.2020 - 01.2021
  • Arranged transportation for goods dispatch, evaluating time schedules and prices of various couriers on [System] to evaluate most cost-effective prices.
  • Coordinated logistics operations, optimising transportation routes for efficient product delivery.
  • Utilised data analytics to assess supplier performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Implemented quality control measures for incoming goods, maintaining high product standard.
  • Manage a portfolio of clients to achieve profitable growth.
  • Responsible for the execution of sales strategy to allocated customers.
  • create and drive action plans to increase value at allocated customers.
  • Be accountable for debtors.
  • Prepare regular sales reports of progress
  • achieve sales targets

Logistics Supervisor

Tshete Cargo
Polokwane
04.2018 - 12.2019
  • Working on SAP, Planning of loads, Compiling finance and budgets, Manage of all fleet and drivers, Coaching of drivers, Negotiating rates with suppliers, Project Managing
  • Worked with Commercial, Planning and Quality teams to ensure appropriate stock levels.
  • Reduced transport costs through overhaul of 3PL supplier contracts.
  • Investigated stock discrepancies and escalated issues.
  • Inspected vehicles for load weights, packing and order safety.
  • Produced certificate of origin and bill of lading for export of cement Service].
  • Obtained transport quotes, negotiating with hauliers and securing best price.

External Sales Team Leader

Home Connect
Midrand
06.2017 - 02.2018
  • Coordinate Activation's, Customer Service, Engaging with different service providers, Install Ont (routers), Achieve daily and Monthly Targets, Assist in Fiber breakdowns
  • Trained and supervised team to deliver on store sales targets.
  • Served as customer service team lead, enforcing company policies, answering co-workers' questions and training new staff.
  • Set up business contracts, obtained signatures and processed paperwork.
  • Facilitated ongoing training to keep sales team successfully closing deals and revenue over R50000 per month.
  • Managed 10-member sales team activities to consistently meet 70% of sales quotas.

Technical Fleet Controller

Barloworld Transport Solutions - Festive Contract
Kempton Park
05.2012 - 12.2015
  • Developed and implemented driver checklists, improving companies response to vehicle safety issues and repair needs.
  • Gathered, assessed and reported on vehicle tracker information to optimize fleet operations and route planning.
  • Booked in and organized all MOT checks.
  • Established daily route planning and optimization using Zoho.
  • Reduced costs by maintaining vehicles, optimizing routes and reassigning jobs.
  • Managed tracking software to produce reports on efficiency and analyze information about drivers and fleets.

Sales Consultant

Virgin Active
Roodepoort
01.2012 - 04.2012
  • Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
  • Responded to telephone and in-person requests for information.
  • Developed long-lasting client relationships by consistently exceeding expectations with exceptional service.
  • Increased referral business by establishing a strong rapport with existing clients, leading to positive word-of-mouth recommendations and an expanded customer base.

Sales/cashier

Edcon - East Rand Mall
Boksburg
12.2006 - 01.2009
  • Cashier, Reconcile of cash drawer, Ensuring proper stock control, POD Management, Customer Service, Sell cell phones, Book phones for repairs, Reaching monthly targets
  • Helped customers with specific item requests by answering questions and offering knowledgeable product advice.
  • Maintained neat and clean shop floor and storage areas.
  • Completed opening and closing procedures, verifying proper cash-on-hand amounts and allocating resources.
  • Balanced cash drawer accurately at the end of each shift, demonstrating strong attention to detail.
  • Reviewed new promotions and monitored price changes.
  • Ensured smooth transactions with the use of point-of-sale systems and cash registers.
  • Contributed to store growth by participating in promotional events and engaging with potential customers.
  • Provided exceptional service through active listening skills, understanding customer preferences and requirements before making suggestions or processing purchases.
  • Enhanced store sales by up selling products and suggesting additional items to customers.

Education

Certificate in Crash Investigations -

IBF Investigations
Gauteng
01.2014 - 02.2014

CERTIFICATE IN TRANSPORT MANAGEMENT -

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
01.2010 - 02.2010

MECHINICAL ENGINEERING- NCV LEVEL 2 - LEVEL 4 - Engineering

Ekurhuleni East College
Gauteng South Africa

DIPLOMA IN ROAD TRANSPORT - Transport

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
05.2013 - 06.2013

Skills

MS Excel

Logistics planning

Delivery scheduling

SOP compliance

Accomplishments

  • Student Respresentives Council President - Ekurhuleni East College (2009)
  • Marketing Director Music Socitey - University of Johannesburg (2009)

Custom Section

Grade 11

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 890105 6186 084
  • Date of birth: 01/05/89
  • Nationality: South African
  • Driving Licence: CODE 08
  • Marital Status: Single-Male

References

  • HOME CONNECT, MPUMI NKOSI, 010 612 0600
  • BARLOWORD LOGISTICS, HR ASSISTANT, LESEGO TSATSi - 0784958520
  • Tshete cargo , HR, Thembi 0733748302
  • Mac Vee Agric - Macodonald - 082 650 0154

Timeline

Logistics Supervisor

Gizmmo Holdings
02.2021 - 12.2024

External Account Manger

mac vee agric
05.2020 - 01.2021

Logistics Supervisor

Tshete Cargo
04.2018 - 12.2019

External Sales Team Leader

Home Connect
06.2017 - 02.2018

Certificate in Crash Investigations -

IBF Investigations
01.2014 - 02.2014

DIPLOMA IN ROAD TRANSPORT - Transport

University of Johannesburg
05.2013 - 06.2013

Technical Fleet Controller

Barloworld Transport Solutions - Festive Contract
05.2012 - 12.2015

Sales Consultant

Virgin Active
01.2012 - 04.2012

CERTIFICATE IN TRANSPORT MANAGEMENT -

University of Johannesburg
01.2010 - 02.2010

Sales/cashier

Edcon - East Rand Mall
12.2006 - 01.2009

MECHINICAL ENGINEERING- NCV LEVEL 2 - LEVEL 4 - Engineering

Ekurhuleni East College
EDZISANI MULAUDZI