JOHN G. SABATTA

A highly accomplished and commercially astute Financial Leader with over 25 years of experience across manufacturing, engineering, and international trade. Currently serving as Financial and Engineering Manager with high level decision making within the timber manufacturing sector, offering a unique blend of high-level financial governance (SAICA registered) and deep technical/mechanical acumen. Proven track record in bridging the gap between the boardroom and the factory floor to optimize margins, implement robust financial systems, and drive ROI on capital projects. A 'hands-on' leader with the strategic vision and UK market familiarity required to transition into a Finance Director role.

• Timber Industry Expert: Deep understanding of the timber supply chain, from raw material sourcing and manufacturing flow to hardware/retail distribution.
• Dual Finance-Engineering Lens: Unique ability to integrate accounting functions with engineering projects, ensuring technical milestones meet financial objectives.
• Growth & M&A Readiness: Experienced in business process modelling, shareholder reporting, and strategic planning for entities scaling through acquisition or international trade.
• Margin & Systems Optimization: Expert in standard costing, variance control, and leveraging IT/automation (including OCR) to reduce costs and increase transparency.