NHLANHLA INNOCENT DLAMINI
LOGISTICS SUPERINTENDENT
Hillsview Kagiso, Mogale City
Summary
Experienced Logistics Superintendent with a background in metallurgy and a passion for logistics. In depth understanding of the role of the Engineering Superintendent with over 10 years of experience managing on-site inventory,developed strong skills in logistics management, scheduling, and communication with other departments. In depth at monitoring inventory levels, forecasting sales demand, and replenishing stock as necessary. Proficient in using software and technology for inventory management and communication purposes.
In addition to logistics expertise, committed to complying with all relevant legal requirements and SHEQ legislation. Safety and machine maintenance are top priorities for me, and confident in ability to work in stressful environments. Also dedicated to continuous improvement and enjoy contributing to team efforts. Excellent communication skills and ability to track shipments of final products according to customer requirements have proven to be valuable asset driven professional with a strong work ethic. Committed to using skills and experience to ensure smooth business operations and to make valuable contributions to team. Passion for logistics, combined with background in metallurgy and extensive experience as a Logistics Superintendent, make an excellent candidate for any organization seeking a dedicated and skilled logistics professional.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Logistics Specialist
Samancor Chrome, Tubatse Alloy Smelter(Previously known ASA Metal)
Burgersfort
2017.12 - 2021.12
- Successfully managed final product logistics, improving final product management strategy and ensuring compliance with quality and quantity standards.
- Liaised between Marketing and Production regarding final product requirements, managing high-carbon final product stocks worth over $10 million and oversaw final product material survey process, which included approximately 200 final product surveys per month.
- Managed final product quality and quantity, which involved processing over 500,000 metric tons of final products per year, and oversaw crushing, dispatch, and transport of final products worth over $100 million annually.
- Managed relationships with over 20 key customers and suppliers, ensuring that service level agreements were met effectively.
- Ensured that IMS KPIs were met by team members, who numbered approximately 15.
- Maintained final product reporting systems, which included generating over 100 final product reports per month, overseeing final product month-end process and reporting, and managing final product dispatch quality, which involved managing over 1,000 dispatches per month.
- Approved Certificate Of Analysis and updated Group MES, managing over 500 Certificate of Analysis per month and ensuring that data was accurate and up-to-date.
- Attended and participated in all key Export meetings, which involved approximately 10 meetings per month.
- Managed continuous improvement through operational excellence, resulting in cost-saving initiatives worth over $1 million annually.
- Jointly defined annual maintenance requirements and planning with site maintenance personnel, initiated and implemented integration of improvement projects worth over $500,000, and achieved cost-saving initiatives to promote growth, resulting in 10% reduction in maintenance costs.
Ore Balance Superintendent
Samancor Chrome GPS
Emalahleni(Witbank)
2013.01 - 2016.05
- Balances demand and production of ore within Samancor Chrome Group, which produces approximately 1.2 million metric tons of ferrochrome per year.
- Incorporates resource and reserve statements, mine and smelter requirements, and marketing information into model for short-term and medium-term planning.
- We established and managed budget for ores for internal furnaces and export sales of around $500 million per year which increased sales by 5% compared to previous year with 3%.
- Provides support and assistance to over 10 Samancor Chrome units.
- Ensures compliance with sustainable exploration and exploitation of mineral resources to promote economic growth within Samancor Chrome Group, which has operations in South Africa and Zimbabwe.
- Develops and maintains an Ore & Alloy balance database, which tracks production and inventory of ore and alloys and is linked with “Value IN Use” model, Financial models and MES.
- Conducts monthly monitoring of key metrics to identify areas of improvement in departmental supply chain management process, which includes demand, acquisition, asset, and disposal management
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
Process Engineer
Lonmin(Currently known Sibanye-Still Water)
Rustenburg
2004.10 - 2012.12
- Successfully identified and addressed adverse conditions in order to achieve plant availability rate of 95%, resulting in 10% increase in production output.
- Coordinated with Engineering department to develop and implement maintenance schedule that reduced downtime by 20% and increased equipment lifespan by 15%.
- Conducted Base Line Risk Assessments in assigned area, resulting in identification and mitigation of potential safety hazards and 25% reduction in workplace accidents.
- Provided support and assistance related to Lonmin 15 SHEC standards achievement, resulting in successful attainment of certification and increased confidence from stakeholders.
- Facilitated data gathering processes prior to major audits (ISO & OHSA), resulting in a successful audit outcome and continued compliance with relevant standards.
- Assisted in development of models to simulate concentrator processes, resulting in 5% increase in efficiency and reduction in waste generation by 10%.
- Provided relevant feedback, recommendations, and advice, resulting in improved communication and collaboration within team and increased accountability for project outcomes.
- Utilized process models to drive optimization of concentrators, resulting in 15% increase in throughput and 5% reduction in energy consumption.
- Conducted ad hoc test work for concentrator team, resulting in successful identification of process improvements and increased team morale.
- Conducted MSAs to evaluate accuracy and precision of various assay laboratories, resulting in improved data quality and reliability.
- Ensured that laboratory and pilot plant processes were accurate and precise, resulting in increased confidence in test results and improved decision-making.
- Identified new processes and projects for test work and incorporated these into CTS plan, resulting in more diversified testing portfolio and increased innovation within teams.
- Initiated growth projects to improve turnaround time and quality of various CTS processes, resulting in improved efficiency and client satisfaction.
Education
B Tech Degree - Extraction Metallurgy
Tshwane University of Technology
Tshwane (Pretoria) 2010.02 - 2010.12
NDip Extraction Metallurgy - Metallurgical Engineering
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg 2003.03 - 2003.07
Matric - Senior Certificate
Vryheid Zulu High School
Vryheid In KwaZulu Natal 1993.03 - 1994.04
Skills
Policy and procedure adherence
undefinedAccomplishments
As an accomplished logistics manager, I have achieved the following:
Overall, my achievements demonstrate my ability to effectively manage logistics processes, negotiate and secure profitable deals, and maintain high levels of inventory accuracy and customer satisfaction while driving operational efficiencies.
Timeline
Logistics Specialist
Samancor Chrome, Tubatse Alloy Smelter(Previously known ASA Metal)
2017.12 - 2021.12
Ore Balance Superintendent
Samancor Chrome GPS
2013.01 - 2016.05
B Tech Degree - Extraction Metallurgy
Tshwane University of Technology
2010.02 - 2010.12
Process Engineer
Lonmin(Currently known Sibanye-Still Water)
2004.10 - 2012.12
NDip Extraction Metallurgy - Metallurgical Engineering
University of Johannesburg
2003.03 - 2003.07
Matric - Senior Certificate
Vryheid Zulu High School
1993.03 - 1994.04
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