Jerome Dean Ernstzen

Driving Industrial Excellence and Sustainable Growth in Emerging Countries - Industrial Sector

Sub-Saharan Africa

As the GM, I was responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the organization, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning across all departments. With a comprehensive understanding of the company's goals and objectives, I worked closely with the executive team to develop and implement strategies that drove growth, improved operational processes, and enhanced overall performance.

My role as GM involved optimizing resources, streamlining workflows, and implementing effective systems to maximize productivity and profitability. By closely monitoring key performance indicators, analyzing data, and identifying areas for improvement, I strove to enhance operational efficiency and deliver exceptional results.

Collaboration and effective communication are at the core of my approach as the executive lead. I fostered a culture of teamwork, encouraging cross-departmental collaboration and empowering employees to contribute their ideas and expertise. By fostering a positive and inclusive work environment, I aimed to cultivate a high-performing team that is motivated, engaged, and focused on achieving our collective goals.

Additionally, I maintain a strong focus on customer satisfaction and quality assurance. By aligning operational strategies with customer needs and expectations, I ensured that our products and services were delivered with the highest standards of excellence. Through continuous monitoring of customer feedback and market trends, I drove innovation and adaptability, positioning the organization for long-term success in a dynamic business landscape.

My objectives are to drive operational excellence, foster innovation, and enable the organization to achieve its strategic objectives. By leveraging my experience, leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the business landscape, I strive to position the company as a leader in the industry and drive sustainable growth and success.

• Industrial Sector / Retail Sector
• Board Member
• Emerging Markets Pan Africa
• Business Strategy Formulation
• Strategic Leadership
• Plant Operations & Manufacturing
• R & D Development
• Commercial Strategy Implementation
• P & L and Financial Management
• CAPEX and OPEX - Operational Budgets
• Strategic Planning and Budgets Operations
• Risk & Crisis Management
• Project Management
• Lean Manufacturing
• Capital Projects Multimillion USD
• ERP & MRP Management Solutions & Implementation
• Legal and Corporate Governance Compliance
• Quality Assurance Management
• ISO Management Systems ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000 and 13485 Medical Equipment
• Supply Chain Logistics Management
• SHEQ – Health & Safety Environmental
• Major Hazardous Installations (MHI) OHS Act
• Microsoft Office
• Project Management Project Planning
• Due Diligence M & A’s Joint Ventures
• Private Equity Business KPI – Leadership, Communication, Negotiations Business Processes and Inventory Management Insurance Risk Policies Cross Functional Teams
• Renewable Energy Solutions Shell Gas – Natural Gas Methane, LNG, LPG and CNG
• Industrial Engineering Management
• Public Relations with Local Government Socio - Economics in Africa
• Asset Management
• Joint Security Management
• Para- Military Command - Nigeria Public Relations with MOPOL (Special Tasks) and Pan Military Nigeria (Specials Forces) – Joint Security and Asset Management of Private Equity Investments.

• South African Institute of Management
• The South African Institute of Managements Scientists
• Project Management Institute of South Africa
• Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)

Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE) Professional Practice Registration No 880196416

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