Fred Jacobs
Transformation And Data Project Specialist - Solar & Security
Welkom / Bultfontein / Bloemfontein,Free State
Summary
Accomplished executive recognized for leveraging strong team leadership and development to drive forward progress. Highly organized, detail-oriented leader skilled in directing high-performing teams to develop solutions and solve operational and technical problems. Success implementing systems across multiple operations with superior organizational and communication skills.
Experienced executive with over 22 years of experience in the transformation industry. Also over 2 years in the renewable energy and security industry in technical and financial assessments of projects. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
As business transformation specialist, I'm implementing Power BI as our strategic Data Modelling and Advanced Analytics tool of choice. My goal is to make business information, in support of customer and operations management more readily and timely accessible internally and as appropriate, externally.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Director
ABI - Augmented Business Intelligence - part of the Empoweright Group
Johannesburg, Gauteng
12.2017 - Current
- Identified and documented detailed business rules and use cases based on requirements analysis.
- Researched and resolved issues regarding integrity of data flow into databases.
- Analyzed transactions to build logical business intelligence model for real-time reporting needs.
- Identified and documented project constraints, assumptions, business impacts, risks and scope exclusions.
- Trained employees on software to improve data management, monitored use and suggested improvements.
- Created and improved intelligence resources to facilitate consistent data management strategies.
- Synthesized current business intelligence data to produce reports and polished presentations, highlighting findings and recommending changes.
- Coordinated statistical data analysis, design and information flow.
- Transformed project data requirements into project data models.
- Built library of models and reusable knowledge-base assets to produce consistent and streamlined business intelligence results.
- Major focus in the renewable energy and security industries.
Director
The Empoweright Group
Johannesburg, Gauteng
09.1999 - Current
- Provided exceptional counseling, case management, education and job training to diverse client base.
- Negotiated new annual contracts and service agreements with clients to achieve exceptional performance delivery.
- Spearheaded matrix organizational plan with clear roles and responsibilities to enhance processes, maintain quality and enforce regulatory compliance.
- Monitored sales forecasts and projected financial planning for organization to achieve revenue goals.
- Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Established new customer service and problem resolution processes to improve client satisfaction rates.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Aligned department vision, goals and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results.
- Spearheaded successful business development initiatives aligned with company's strategy and core competencies.
- Major focus on project requirements of BBBEE, skills development and employment equity with regulatory as well as strategic intend of business clients.
Mining Residential Property Project Development
South Fin (Pty)Ltd
Johannesburg / Rustenburg, Gauteng / North West
10.1998 - 09.1999
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top project quality control.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Managed on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
Provincial Manager
Spectacle Warehouse (Pty)Ltd
Johannesburg, Gauteng
07.1997 - 09.1998
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Managed area managers, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
Provincial Manager
Duplex Importers & Distributors (Pty)Ltd
Johannesburg, Gauteng
04.1990 - 06.1997
- As per area manager but as provincial manager with 7 area manager and their teams
Area Manager
Duplex Importers & Distributors (Pty)Ltd
Cape Town, Western Cape
04.1985 - 12.1987
- Transformed underperforming teams into productive, profitable teams.
- Capitalized on new sales and business opportunities when developing partnerships.
- Drove revenues and team morale by developing and deploying sales contests.
- Increased profits through effective sales training, troubleshooting P&L areas and training new managers.
- Resolved conflicts promptly to promote positive environment for the team and customers.
- Exceeded sales forecast figures regularly through superior team and customer care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science And Programming
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosh / Cape Town 01.1985 - 12.1987
Bachelor of Commerce – Bcompt. - Accounting And Business/Management
University of South Africa
Pretoria 01.1993 - 12.1996
Master's Degree in Business Leadership (MBL) - Leader And Entrepreneurship
Unisa Graduate School of Business Leadership (SBL)
Midrand / Gauteng 01.1997 - 12.2000
Skills
Policy and procedure adherence
Report compilation
Performance feedback
Consulting
Education
Project Management
Staff Management
Strategic planning
Financial Management
Business planning
Business Development
Program leadership
Marketing
Certification
Microsoft Power BI – Credentials ID -6103177
Timeline
Terra Firma Academy - Solar PV Technical and Financial Feasibility Assessments
06-2021
Staffix - Advance CCTV - AI
06-2021
PQRS- EXCITE Solar PV -P4
05-2021
Staffix - Electric fencing - Security & agri
05-2021
Microsoft Power BI – Credentials ID -6103177
02-2019
Director
ABI - Augmented Business Intelligence - part of the Empoweright Group
12.2017 - Current
Director
The Empoweright Group
09.1999 - Current
Mining Residential Property Project Development
South Fin (Pty)Ltd
10.1998 - 09.1999
Provincial Manager
Spectacle Warehouse (Pty)Ltd
07.1997 - 09.1998
Master's Degree in Business Leadership (MBL) - Leader And Entrepreneurship
Unisa Graduate School of Business Leadership (SBL)
01.1997 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Commerce – Bcompt. - Accounting And Business/Management
University of South Africa
01.1993 - 12.1996
Provincial Manager
Duplex Importers & Distributors (Pty)Ltd
04.1990 - 06.1997
Area Manager
Duplex Importers & Distributors (Pty)Ltd
04.1985 - 12.1987
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science And Programming
Stellenbosch University
01.1985 - 12.1987