Gavin Nel
Logistics/Sales Manager
Alberton,GP
Summary
Dynamic Logistics Coordinator with 17 years of extensive experience in fleet management, route optimization, client onboarding, and operational control. Proven expertise in managing high-volume transport operations while enhancing client satisfaction and delivering cost-effective supply chain solutions. Skilled in streamlining operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering long-term business relationships that drive organizational success. Committed to leveraging industry knowledge to optimize logistics processes and contribute to overall business growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Logistics Specialist
Kempston Logistics
10.2022 - 09.2025
- - Transport Broking, Sales and Marketing and Logistics 4PL ( Managing your own Little Company within a Company ) KPI Reports, Budgets and Monthly Target Driven, Client relationships must be very good to achieve Success.
Logistics Coordinator
FreightXchange
02.2020 - 09.2022
- Managed client and transporter onboarding for coal and manganese export operations (40-truck fleet).
- Oversaw invoicing, compliance, and route optimisation for external transporters.
- Conducted transporter and client vetting to maintain operational reliability.
- Managed IT procurement and provided basic technical support.
- Built strong client relationships, driving repeat business growth.
Branch Manager (West Rand / Heidelberg)
Kempston Logistics
08.2016 - 02.2019
- Directed branch operations, team performance, and client service delivery.
- Acquired new clients and expanded logistics service offerings.
- Managed budgeting, financial controls, and monthly reporting.
- Analysed KPIs and implemented continuous improvement strategies.
- Reported operational outcomes directly to the Director.
Logistics Coordinator
Kempston Logistics
10.2014 - 08.2016
- Coordinated daily client communication and monthly site visits.
- Recruited transporters and secured long-term client contracts.
- Assisted with cross-border logistics and consistently met monthly targets.
Contract Manager
Imperial Dedicated Contracts
01.2010 - 08.2014
- Managed contracts for ArcelorMittal and Infraset Infrastructure.
- Oversaw 25-vehicle fleet and supervised 40 employees (HR, compliance, performance).
- Managed budgets, operational targets, and reporting.
- Provided detailed performance reports to senior management.
Logistics Controller
Imperial Dedicated Contracts
10.2008 - 12.2009
- Managed fleet scheduling, route planning, and driver coordination.
- Delivered safety briefings, toolbox talks, and incident reporting.
- Monitored diesel usage and controlled maintenance scheduling.
- Handled client communication and subcontractor performance monitoring.
Education
Higher Certificate - Logistics Management (NQF 5)
Open Learning Group
Germiston01.2014
Skills
Shipment coordinating
Certification
References
- Etienne, Le Roux, Director, +27 82 857 9208, Imperial Dedicated Contracts / FreightXchange
- Michael, Quirk, Director, +27 83 635 1256, Kempston Logistics
- Ronnie, Goosen, Divisional Director, +27 83 625 1008, Kempston Transport
Hobbies
My Hobbies are Rugby, Cycling ,Gym and I am a Tech junkie building up Computers in my Sapre Time
Timeline
Logistics Specialist
Kempston Logistics
10.2022 - 09.2025
Logistics Coordinator
FreightXchange
02.2020 - 09.2022
Branch Manager (West Rand / Heidelberg)
Kempston Logistics
08.2016 - 02.2019
Logistics Coordinator
Kempston Logistics
10.2014 - 08.2016
Contract Manager
Imperial Dedicated Contracts
01.2010 - 08.2014
Logistics Controller
Imperial Dedicated Contracts
10.2008 - 12.2009
Higher Certificate - Logistics Management (NQF 5)
Open Learning Group