Frederik Auret

Aurick Holdings is a private agricultural business operating across various locations within the Northern Cape, South Africa. Specializing in livestock and irrigation farming and other diverse operations.

• Oversee all business activities to ensure profitability and revenue growth.
• Oversee all operational activities required for optimal business operations
• Negotiate and authorize all client and vendor contracts.
• Strategic procurement of raw materials to prevent production downtime.
• Maintained regular communication with stakeholders to mitigate risk and identify areas of revenue growth.

Company Overview: Goede Hoop Fruit is a prominent South African agricultural company specializing in the cultivation, packing, and export of high-quality citrus, apples, and pears, shipping approx 1,000 containers annually.

• Managed the export marketing of a range of deciduous fruit (citrus, apples, pears, and stone fruit) to key global markets, including the USA, Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia
• Managed the full spectrum of logistics operations, including road, sea, and air freight
• Effectively resolved quality claims and sales account queries, maintaining positive supplier relationships through timely payments to the growers and producers
• Maintained good relationships with producers and shareholders through regular market updates and feedback

Viking Fishing Company was a leading South African deep sea fishing company exporting a range of seafood products globally. The fishing enterprise specialize in the sustainable harvesting and processing of high-quality wild-caught and aquaculture seafood.

• Managed national sales and marketing of 1900 tons final product seafood annually
• Increased profitability by analyzing market trends and adjusting selling prices
• Developed and maintained strong business relationships with customers, suppliers, and service providers
• Managed debtor accounts and resolved all queries and claims
• Oversaw loading of shipping containers to various international markets
• Ensured compliance with industry regulations (DAFF, PPECB, NRCS) through effective documentation and management
• Led the HACCP team to maintain EU standards and ensure food safety

Irvin & Johnson Ltd is a leading Deep sea Fishing company specializing seafood exports to over 25 countries, and a major employer in South Africa, providing jobs for over 2,000 people.

• Managed the procure-to-pay process for approximately 8000 tons of raw material and traded products annually
• Negotiated and managed contract supply agreements at the executive level
• Lead sourcing process for new vendors and existing vendors.
• Collaborated with co-packers to plan production and ensure timely delivery of raw Material.
• Developed and maintained strong supplier relationships to ensure adequate service levels to foodservice and retail channels.
• Managed stock levels to prevent out-of-stock and overstock situations
• Liaised with 3rd party cold storage and distributors to optimize supply chain efficiency