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Sasha Fernold

Port Elizabeth,South Africa

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive systems knowledge (SAP and MSD) and a strong background in logistics analysis, inventory optimization, and warehouse operations. Demonstrates exceptional leadership capability, proactive conflict resolution, and resilience under stress. Adapt at process improvement, strategic forecasting, and cost-reduction strategies. Proven track record in accurate reporting, stock reconciliation, and Just In Time stock control. Committed to enhancing supply chain efficiency through detail-oriented organisation and effective time management.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Stock Manager

COCA COLA BEVERAGES SOUTH AFRICA
07.2023 - 01.2025


  • Liaised with finance department to maintain financial accuracy of stock records.
  • Optimized space utilization through effective layout planning within the warehouse.
  • Piloted a cross-department communication strategy which enhanced overall operational efficiency.
  • Undertook detailed analysis to improve stock control methods.
  • Managed warehouse staff for increased productivity and efficiency.
  • Improved stock accuracy by conducting regular audits on inventory.
  • Kept track of slow-moving items, ensuring timely clearance sales or write-offs.
  • Dealt with any discrepancies or issues related to stock promptly and effectively, ensuring minimal disruption in operations.
  • Employed advanced forecasting tools to predict future demand patterns accurately.
  • Achieved stock availability each month through regular ordering and sales analysis.
  • Investigated missing items, discrepancies and losses.
  • Managed stock rotations to balance inventory of perishable products and minimise wastage.
  • Minimised reporting errors when working in fast-paced environment with high volume of inventory.
  • Supervised warehouse operations, enforcing proper inventory management procedures.
  • Implemented and enforced internal controls to reduce inventory outages and support corporate goal achievement.
  • Reported on inventory shortages, audit findings and forecasting needs to inform upper management.
  • Reduced expenditures and waste, negotiating cost-effective solutions to supply chain challenges.
  • Utilised lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve inventory maintenance.
  • Documented department SOPs and enforced adherence to procedures to reduce errors.
  • Monitored stock levels to reorder replenishments in good time.

Stock and Settlement Team Leader

COCA COLA BEVERAGES SOUTH AFRICA
06.2020 - 06.2023
  • Coordinated daily tasks, ensuring smooth workflow within the team.
  • Reported on team performance to higher leadership, proactively offering action for areas of improvement.
  • Negotiated successful outcomes in challenging scenarios, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.
  • Fostered a high-performing environment to drive productivity and quality.
  • Monitored daily operations whilst reducing operational cost significantly.
  • Ensured adherence to company policy by all team members, maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Fostered positive employee relationships through communication, training and coaching.
  • Led performance reviews and tailored employee feedback to facilitate professional development.

Depot Controller

COCA COLA BEVERAGES SOUTH AFRICA
11.2016 - 05.2020
  • Championed the implementation of robust internal controls; bolstered the organization's defense against potential fraud risks.
  • Liaised with external auditors for a seamless auditing process.
  • Generated reports and presented data findings to inform senior management in financial decisions.
  • Reduced errors and financial vulnerabilities by implementing improved internal controls.
  • Completed financial due diligence, offering data-informed insights to assist with business strategy.
  • Championed cost management initiatives, fostering fiscal responsibility across departments.
  • Advised management on financial details related to business operations, inventory levels and budgets.
  • Investigated suspected cases of fraud and theft involving small numbers of transactions or complex systems.
  • Conducted regular reviews and official audits to validate recordkeeping and controls.

Trainee Accountant

Financial Management Consultants
02.2016 - 10.2016


  • Supported bookkeeping activities to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
  • Prepared and submitted VAT returns ahead of deadlines.
  • Improved financial data management by creating comprehensive databases and spreadsheets.

Education

B Com Degree - Financial Accounting

University of Stellenbosch
01.2011 - 01.2015

Grade 12 - undefined

George Senior Secondary School
01.2005 - 01.2009

Skills


  • Extensive systems knowledge (SAP and MSD)
  • Self-management
  • Attention to detail
  • Leadership capability
  • Initiative in improving processes
  • Logistics analysis
  • Inventory optimization
  • Proficient in warehouse software
  • Stock flow coordination
  • Supply chain understanding
  • Warehouse layout optimization
  • Warehouse operations understanding
  • Resilience under stress
  • Process improvement acumen
  • Decision-Making proficiency
  • Proactive conflict resolution
  • Decisive under pressure
  • Time management mastery
  • Strategic forecasting
  • Forecasting accuracy
  • Cost efficiency management
  • Detail-Oriented organisation
  • Cost-reduction strategies
  • Accurate reporting
  • Just In Time stock control
  • Performance tracking
  • Stock reconciliation
  • Customer Service
  • Team Leadership
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Resourcefulness
  • Process Improvement
  • Inventory management
  • Project Management

Accomplishments

Golden Key International Honour Society Member

Timeline

Stock Manager

COCA COLA BEVERAGES SOUTH AFRICA
07.2023 - 01.2025

Stock and Settlement Team Leader

COCA COLA BEVERAGES SOUTH AFRICA
06.2020 - 06.2023

Depot Controller

COCA COLA BEVERAGES SOUTH AFRICA
11.2016 - 05.2020

Trainee Accountant

Financial Management Consultants
02.2016 - 10.2016

B Com Degree - Financial Accounting

University of Stellenbosch
01.2011 - 01.2015

Grade 12 - undefined

George Senior Secondary School
01.2005 - 01.2009

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