Jade-Lee Fischer
Centurion, Gauteng
Summary
Results-driven Warehouse Management Professional with expertise in distribution operations and inventory control. Skilled in logistics planning and process improvement, enhancing efficiency to meet operational demands. Demonstrated leadership in team collaboration to achieve performance targets and resolve challenges effectively.
Overview
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Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse and Logistics Manager
SQ COMMERCIAL
Randburg
03.2025 - 02.2026
- Championed continuous improvement efforts across all aspects of the distribution center's operations, fostering a culture geared towards innovation and excellence in execution.
- Enhanced distribution channels by developing strong partnerships with carriers and vendors to improve service delivery.
- Managed tracking of fuel consumption to optimise usage and contribute to cost reduction.
- Oversaw procurement processes to secure necessary materials and supplies.
- Staff recruitment & orientation, coaching and motivating employees.
- General warehouse operations:
- Work in progress tracking
- Out bound picking
- Fleet control [services and PPE management]
- Dispatching [allocating deliveries / checking / loading]
- Route planning [Driver live tracking]
- General Stock control [weekly reports]
- Reverse logistics [supplier returns /customer returns]
- Receiving orders
- Championed continuous improvement efforts across all aspects of the distribution center''s operations, fostering a culture geared towards innovation and excellence in execution.
- General administration duties
Warehouse Manager
KAMAROSSI CABLES/ROSSI AFRICA
Pretoria
10.2022 - 12.2024
- Executed daily warehouse operations by organising inventory and maintaining cleanliness, ensuring efficient workflow and safety standards.
- Managed dispatching by allocating deliveries, verifying accuracy, and loading vehicles to ensure timely order fulfilment.
- Implemented FIFO stock rotation to maintain product freshness and reduce waste.
- Receiving orders
- Performed checking and packaging of products to ensure quality control.
- Outbound picking
- Outbound transfers [inter warehouse transfers]
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and supplies, minimising disruptions to operations.
- Facilitated F.M.C.G operations by coordinating potential same-day deliveries and collections.
- Developed route plans while utilising live tracking for efficient driver navigation.
- Oversaw E.P.O.D processes, ensuring effective third-party mining control.
- Liaise with clients, suppliers and transport companies.
- General Stock control [weekly reports]
- Time sheet management all staff [in – out]
- Fleet control [services and PPE management]
- Fuel consumption & Tracking management
- Stock take [variance’s & adjustments]
- Managed procurement for miscellaneous warehouse needs to ensure operational readiness.
- Staff recruitment & orientation, coaching and motivating employees.
- General administration duties
- Conducted security checks and monitored CCTV to ensure safety protocols were followed.
- Strict follow-through on company Policies & Procedures
- Work in progress tracking
- Reverse logistics [supplier returns /customer returns]
- Optimization integration and implementation
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with the latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
Warehouse Manager
GLOBAL CABLES
Pretoria
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Monitored stock levels to maintain product availability for customers.
- Conducted stock takes to assess inventory accuracy and identify discrepancies.
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
- Coordinated procurement processes to secure timely materials and supplies.
- Processed incoming orders to ensure accurate and timely delivery of products.
- Delivery allocations [Drivers]
- Improved delivery plans with strong scheduling knowledge, organisational skills, and route development expertise.
- Time sheet management all staff [in – out]
- Staff training [new probationary staff]
- General warehouse operations
- Safety officer
- Security officer [security checks cctv control]
- Invoice control [Admin]
- Data capturing [GRV]
- General administration duties
Warehouse Manager /Sales
VOLTRON TRADING (PTY) LTD
Pretoria
04.2017 - 01.2021
- Supervised warehouse personnel to enhance operational efficiency.
- Monitored workplace safety protocols to ensure compliance.
- Stock control
- Stock take
- Receiving orders
- Staff training [new probationary staff]
- Delivery allocations [Drivers]
- Optimized transportation logistics, securing reliable carriers at competitive rates for efficient delivery times.
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
- Developed customer relationships to identify opportunities for additional sales.
- Increased sales by actively engaging with customers and addressing their needs.
- Time sheet management all staff [in – out]
Assistant Retail Manager
THE QUEEN PET SHOP
Pretoria
12.2016 - 01.2017
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving complaints, leading to positive feedback.
- Coached employees on effective sales techniques and resolution strategies for complex issues and difficult customers.
- Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
- Managed opening and closing procedures, recommending changes that streamlined daily activities.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards to create an engaging shopping experience for customers.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Counted cash at beginning and end of shifts to ensure accuracy. in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Welcomed customers upon entry to enhance their shopping experience. and helped determine their needs.
Assisting Veterinary Surgeon
SILVERTON ANIMAL CLINIC
Pretoria
10.2015 - 03.2016
- Prepare animals for sterilization surgery
- Assist with anesthesia procedures
- Monitored animals during surgery to ensure their safety and well-being.
- Observe animals after surgery and detect any abnormal behavior or physical symptoms.
- Restrainted patients securely during examinations and procedures, ensuring safety for both animals and veterinary staff.
- Weighed animals accurately to monitor their health and ensure proper care.
- Performing routine and paraprofessional duties involved in the surgical sterilization of non-farm animals.
- Clean and prepare surgical packs and instruments to be sterilized before surgery.
- Followed safety and hygiene protocols before, during and after surgery to avoid accidents or infections.
- Cleaned and disinfected animal cages to maintain hygiene standards and prevent disease transmission.
- Assist with admittance and discharge of animals to and from clinic.
- Advocated for responsible pet ownership through community outreach initiatives, promoting animal welfare and education.
IT Technician
DAB HAND CONSULTANTS
Pretoria
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Maintained office PCs, networks, and mobile devices, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Established, repaired and optimized networks by installing wiring, cabling and devices.
- Provided remote technical support, resolving issues quickly without requiring onsite visits whenever possible.
- Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
- Performed troubleshooting and repaired peripheral devices such as printers, scanners.
- Improved user experience through effective troubleshooting and resolution of hardware and software issues.
- Set up PCs, projectors, and microphones to facilitate seamless video conferencing.
- Implemented data backup strategies to ensure business continuity during unforeseen events or disasters.
- Demonstrated success by meeting deadlines consistently working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Floor Supervisor
Barclays Square SPAR
Pretoria
01.2004 - 01.2012
- Streamlined daily processes for increased efficiency, implementing new procedures and best practices.
- Led team meetings to gather feedback, share updates, and establish clear policies.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members diplomatically, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Collaborated with management to discuss work plans and identify enhancements to achieve operational objectives.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Removed damaged and out-of-code items from displays, ensuring store presentation and customer safety., out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
- Overcame objections and closed sales while following company policies and legal requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hillview High School
Pretoria, South Africa12-2004
Skills
Warehouse operations
Inventory management
Stock control
Shipping and receiving
Fleet management
Route planning
Cost management
Warehouse safety standards
- Customer service
- Computer proficiency
- Leadership
- Organisational skills
- Self-motivation
- Attention to detail
Languages
English
Afrikaans
Certification
Supply Chain Management (UCT)
- OHS Incident investigation NQF level 3
- SHE Health & Safety Representative
- BFF Fire Marshal/Fire Fighter
- Forklift Licence F2
Timeline
Warehouse and Logistics Manager
SQ COMMERCIAL
03.2025 - 02.2026
Warehouse Manager
KAMAROSSI CABLES/ROSSI AFRICA
10.2022 - 12.2024
Warehouse Manager
GLOBAL CABLES
01.2021 - 10.2022
Warehouse Manager /Sales
VOLTRON TRADING (PTY) LTD
04.2017 - 01.2021
Assistant Retail Manager
THE QUEEN PET SHOP
12.2016 - 01.2017
Assisting Veterinary Surgeon
SILVERTON ANIMAL CLINIC
10.2015 - 03.2016
IT Technician
DAB HAND CONSULTANTS
01.2012 - 01.2015
Floor Supervisor
Barclays Square SPAR
01.2004 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Hillview High School