Experienced and effective warehouse Manager adept in all aspects of successful warehouse management. Bringing forth several years of industry experience and expertise in managing staff and warehouse functions. Equipped with a diverse and promising skill set, conducive to creating positive team relationships resulting in optimal customer service. Passionate about the warehouse industry, and eager to bring years of experience and growth to another flourishing establishment. Focused professional knowledgeable about devising innovative solutions to diverse business concerns and goals. Strategic and forward-thinking leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset. Excellent relationship-building and critical thinking skills with determined and decisive nature.
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FRANS DE VILLIERS
WAREHOUSE MANAGER
JOHANNESBURG
Summary
Overview
17
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
7
Certifications
Work History
KLAMFLEXJOHANNESBURG
Warehouse Manager
04.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment
- Implemented daily cycle counts to bring down stock loss of R14MIL to R150K
3JS COMPUTER SUPPLIERSJOHANNESBURG
Production Factory Manager
10.2020 - 04.2022
Job overview
- 1. Oversaw production to ensure safe practices and equipment function.
- 2. Promoted product flow and excellent production efficiency.
- 3. Inspected material prior to production to ensure authenticity and quality.
- 4. Completed production orders within strict deadlines.
- 5. Documented Production information via daily system logs and discuss issues with management.
- 6. Calibrated and repaired machinery and equipment.
- 7. Monitored machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.
- 8. Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- 9. Reviewed job specs to determine appropriate setups for production runs.
- 10. Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- 11. Monitored employee actions for adherence to safety procedures.
- Created and delivered manufacturing labor cost and price input for customer quote reviews.
- Communicated factory operational needs, objectives and performance standards with senior management and earned full upper management support.
Lasec JHBJOHANNESBURG
Warehouse Manager
01.2011 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Reason for leaving – COVID-19 Retrenchment
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Boosted warehouse operations performance by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
Riki Wholesale DistributorsJohannesburg
Warehouse Manager
03.2007 - 12.2010
Job overview
- • Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality service standards.
• Conducted inventory audits with 100% accuracy following company procedures.
• Oversaw inventory control levels and verified storage and organization processes were upheld correctly.
• Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
• Promoted safety policies and practices among personnel, enforcing appropriate handling and use of equipment and products.
• Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
• Supervised all warehouse operations, including shipping and receiving, distribution, and workplace safety.
• Monitored adherence to safety protocols and company policies by staying attentive to details.
• Ensured consistent management of inventory levels and fostered product loss control.
• Supervised warehouse operations by managing 54 employees during 9hour shifts.
• Revised and developed procedures to reduce risk and achieve compliance.
• Managed day to day operations of warehouse, including freight and parcel shipments, returns and transfers.
Education
Langlaagte Technical HighJohannesburg South Africa
High School Diploma
01.1991 - 05.1996
University Overview
Afrikaans, English, Biology, Maths, Science, Fitting and turning.
Skills
Distribution and warehousingundefined
Certification
Forklift operations
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Timeline
Warehouse Manager
KLAMFLEX
04.2022 - Current
Production Factory Manager
3JS COMPUTER SUPPLIERS
10.2020 - 04.2022
Warehouse Manager
Lasec JHB
01.2011 - 04.2022
Warehouse Manager
Riki Wholesale Distributors
03.2007 - 12.2010
Langlaagte Technical High
High School Diploma
01.1991 - 05.1996
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