Overview
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Roger Nikola

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Logistics Manager

Three-D Agencies/Specialised Battery Systems, a division of Hudaco Trading (PTY) LTD
07.2023 - Current
  • Supervising and Managing Staff: Leading, training, and evaluating warehouse personnel, including scheduling and performance management.
  • Inventory Management: Overseeing inventory levels, ensuring accuracy, and implementing strategies to minimise discrepancies.
  • Order Fulfilment: Coordinating the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods to ensure timely and accurate order fulfilment.
  • Safety and Compliance: Establishing and enforcing safety policies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining a safe work environment.
  • Operational Efficiency: Developing and implementing operational procedures, optimising workflows, and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Logistics and Transportation: Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient product transportation.
  • Equipment and Maintenance: Overseeing the maintenance and proper use of warehouse equipment and machinery.
  • Budgeting and Cost Control: Managing the warehouse budget and implementing cost-saving initiatives.
  • Collaboration: Collaborating with other departments, such as procurement, sales, and customer service, to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.

Warehouse Logistics Manager

Three-D Agencies/Specialised Battery Systems, a division of Hudaco Trading (PTY) LTD
05.2019 - 07.2023
  • Procurement: Developing and implementing procurement strategies: This includes identifying cost-saving opportunities, negotiating contracts with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
  • Managing supplier relationships: Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, evaluating their performance, and resolving any issues related to quality, delivery, or pricing.
  • Managing the purchasing process: Requesting and reviewing quotations, placing purchase orders, and expediting deliveries to ensure timely receipt of goods.
  • Staying up-to-date on industry trends: Monitoring market conditions, identifying new potential suppliers, and evaluating the cost and quality of goods and services.
  • Warehouse Management: Overseeing warehouse operations: Ensuring the efficient and safe storage of goods, managing inventory levels, and optimizing warehouse layout and processes.
  • Supervising warehouse staff: Delegating tasks, providing training, and ensuring that all warehouse activities are carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Managing inventory: Monitoring stock levels, identifying shortages or excess inventory, and coordinating with procurement for replenishments.
  • Ensuring warehouse safety and security: Implementing safety procedures, maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and managing access to the warehouse.
  • Supporting logistics and distribution: Working closely with the logistics team to ensure the timely delivery of products to customers.
  • Prepare and analyse reports: This includes procurement reports, stock balance sheets, and other relevant data to track performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Collaborate with other departments: Working with sales, operations, and finance teams to ensure smooth coordination and alignment of activities.
  • Manage budgets and control costs: This may include monitoring expenses, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and developing strategies for cost reduction.
  • Contribute to forecasting and planning: Providing input on inventory needs, lead times, and other factors that influence supply chain planning.
  • Manage and resolve any issues related to procurement or warehouse operations: This includes investigating discrepancies, resolving disputes, and implementing corrective actions.

Warehouse Manager

Ernest Lowe, a division of Hudaco Trading (PTY) LTD
05.2013 - 05.2019
  • Inventory Management: Accurate tracking of stock levels, optimizing storage space, and coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and prevent shortages.
  • Receiving and Shipping: Managing the receiving and shipping processes, including coordinating with transportation companies and ensuring accurate documentation.
  • Staff Management: Leading, motivating, and training warehouse staff, including scheduling, performance management, and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Safety and Security: Implementing and enforcing safety protocols, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining a secure environment for both personnel and inventory.
  • Process Optimization: Identifying areas for improvement in warehouse operations, implementing strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce errors, and streamline processes.
  • Data Analysis: Analysing data related to warehouse performance, identifying trends, and making data-driven decisions to optimize operations and reduce costs.
  • Communication: Effectively communicating with internal teams, suppliers, and transportation providers to ensure smooth operations.
  • Budget Management: May be involved in budget planning and cost control within the warehouse.
  • Technology Proficiency: Utilizing warehouse management systems (WMS) and other relevant technologies to manage inventory, track shipments, and analyse data.

Retail Store Manager

National Tile Traders
11.2011 - 05.2013
  • Managing employees: Hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
  • Overseeing inventory: Managing stock levels, tracking inventory, and minimizing loss.
  • Ensuring customer satisfaction: Providing excellent customer service, handling complaints, and building customer loyalty.
  • Meeting sales targets: Developing and implementing strategies to drive sales and achieve profitability goals, according to.
  • Maintaining store appearance: Ensuring the store is clean, organized, and visually appealing, according to.
  • Managing store finances: Monitoring expenses, managing budgets, and ensuring profitability.
  • Ensuring compliance: Adhering to company policies and procedures, as well as relevant laws and regulations.

Receiving Assistant Manager

Wholesale Housing Supplies
06.2006 - 11.2011
  • Supervising Staff: The Assistant Manager may be responsible for training, scheduling, and supervising the receiving team, ensuring they follow established procedures and maintain a high level of morale.
  • Inventory Management: This includes maintaining accurate inventory records, reconciling discrepancies, and collaborating with other departments to ensure smooth inventory flow.
  • Receiving Operations: Overseeing the accurate and timely receipt of goods, verifying documentation, and ensuring proper storage in the warehouse.
  • Safety and Organization: Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols, and ensuring proper use of equipment.
  • Communication and Collaboration: Effectively communicating with other departments, such as purchasing and inventory control, to ensure seamless operations.

Retail Store Manager

MICA Ruimsig
04.2004 - 05.2006
  • Managing employees: Hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
  • Overseeing inventory: Managing stock levels, tracking inventory, and minimizing loss.
  • Ensuring customer satisfaction: Providing excellent customer service, handling complaints, and building customer loyalty.
  • Meeting sales targets: Developing and implementing strategies to drive sales and achieve profitability goals, according to.
  • Maintaining store appearance: Ensuring the store is clean, organized, and visually appealing, according to.
  • Managing store finances: Monitoring expenses, managing budgets, and ensuring profitability.
  • Ensuring compliance: Adhering to company policies and procedures, as well as relevant laws and regulations.

HOD DIY Department

Builders Warehouse
01.2002 - 03.2004
  • Managing employees: Training, scheduling, and performance management.
  • Overseeing inventory: Managing stock levels, tracking inventory, and minimizing loss.
  • Ensuring customer satisfaction: Providing excellent customer service, handling complaints, and building customer loyalty.
  • Meeting sales targets: Developing and implementing strategies to drive sales and achieve profitability goals, according to.
  • Maintaining store appearance: Ensuring the store is clean, organized, and visually appealing, according to.
  • Managing store finances: Monitoring expenses, managing budgets, and ensuring profitability.
  • Ensuring compliance: Adhering to company policies and procedures, as well as relevant laws and regulations.

Intelligence Collection Co-ordinator

SANDF
01.1993 - 12.2001
  • Can be discussed at the interview

Timeline

Warehouse Logistics Manager

Three-D Agencies/Specialised Battery Systems, a division of Hudaco Trading (PTY) LTD
07.2023 - Current

Warehouse Logistics Manager

Three-D Agencies/Specialised Battery Systems, a division of Hudaco Trading (PTY) LTD
05.2019 - 07.2023

Warehouse Manager

Ernest Lowe, a division of Hudaco Trading (PTY) LTD
05.2013 - 05.2019

Retail Store Manager

National Tile Traders
11.2011 - 05.2013

Receiving Assistant Manager

Wholesale Housing Supplies
06.2006 - 11.2011

Retail Store Manager

MICA Ruimsig
04.2004 - 05.2006

HOD DIY Department

Builders Warehouse
01.2002 - 03.2004

Intelligence Collection Co-ordinator

SANDF
01.1993 - 12.2001

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