Simeon Van Rensburg
Warehouse Supervisor
Johannesburg
Summary
Goal-oriented professional with a strong analytical mindset, specializing in data-driven decision-making and problem-solving. Extensive experience as a warehouse supervisor, adept in quality control, workshop safety, hydraulic drivetrain components, component testing, and the drafting and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Proven track record in budgeting and cost control for internal customer requests, alongside expertise in costing and sourcing for external customer orders. Committed to optimizing operational efficiency through meticulous attention to detail and strategic planning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Warehouse Supervisor
Hydraulic Engineering Repair Services
01.2023 - Current
- I am currently heading up the Warehouse division of HERS reporting to the Financial Manager. I am responsible for stock forecasting and control and I am tasked with cost control and reporting on profit margins for customer projects.
- I am responsible for stock and cycle counts. I engage with suppliers to complete and /or facilitate internal projects for internal stake holders including but not limited to testing facilities improvement and asset maintenance and replacement.
- During my time in this role, I have identified and reduced stock holding of slow-moving stock and increased stock holding of fast-moving stock, effectively reducing stock-outs and maintaining a healthy balance of stock availability for internal and external customers.
- I have drafted new procedures for stock management and the dispatching thereof resulting in a higher stock accuracy. I have reviewed and in some cases revised and updated the policies and procedures to reflect current situations and positions held by the warehouse team.
- I have supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety with my team in our daily shifts.
- Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
- I have completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
Workshop Manager
Hydraulic Engineering Repair Services
01.2021 - 01.2023
- While in the position of Workshop manager, I was responsible for reducing repair time, minimizing warranties on repair work and driving safety and quality in my department.
- I drafted several Safe working procedures for the workshop as well as implementing quality checklists consisting of inspection checks and holding points. In my capacity as Workshop manager, I engaged with customers during site inspections/audits and visits.
- I oversaw warranty assessments with customers and wrote the warranty reports on the outcomes and findings of the warranties.
- Among my general duties pertaining to the workshop and production is reporting on workshop throughput and KPI as set by Hudaco head office.
- I enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering quality workmanship and meeting deadlines.
- I maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
- I mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and skill development.
- I streamlined workflow processes by identifying bottlenecks and implementing strategic solutions for faster turnaround times.
Quality Inspector
Hydraulic Engineering Repair Services
01.2019 - 01.2021
- While in the position of Quality inspector, my main directive from the Operations and the Workshop manager was to improve the quality of the repaired components as the warranty rate was approaching the 10% mark on turn-over.
- During which I re-implemented the OEM repair procedure and by simply enforcing the work procedure I was able to reduce the warranty rate to under 3% in less than a year.
- In late 2020, the current Workshop manager accepted the position of Workshop manager for another start up and as he vacated his position, I was asked to stand in until a suitable replacement was employed. Early in January 2021 they made my position permanent as Workshop manager.
Assembly technician
Sandvik mining (Underground component)
01.2013 - 01.2019
- While in the position of assembly technician, I was tasked with repairing drive train components to OEM standard. This included transmissions, torque converters and axles. As I trained on repairing components I was tasked with being the safety representative for the workshop where I reported on all safety matters to the SHEQ department and partook in workshop inspections by the safety department inspector. This gave me a good foundation of what to look for when determining the safety in the workshop and promoting adherence to safety rules and regulations. I was later trained in the test area for the components and installed all components on the test bench and tested to OEM specifications. I was later made the charge-hand of the workshop under George Bouwer. This was my introduction to meetings with senior managers and reporting of workshop throughput and issues to resolve to improve workshop output. In early 2018 I spoke about career development with the Workshop foreman and started seeking growth opportunities both in and outside of the company. In July 2019 I resigned from Sandvik and worked my notice in August after which in September I started my new employment with HERS.
Apprentice
Sandvik mining (Surface mining)
01.2011 - 01.2013
- During my apprenticeship, I was working with the surface drilling machine rebuild department to rebuild customer machines and bring back to standard for the next period that the unit would work on the mine. The units were more complex in hydraulics as it did not have drive train components. Only hydraulic wheel motors and control circuits.
Education
Supply Chain And Procurement
Optimum Learining Technologies
Johannesburg, South Africa06-2026
Automotive Electrician
Colliery Training College
Witbank, South Africa07-2013
Skills
Proficient in computer applications
Advanced Excel proficiency
Inventory accuracy verification
Stock management
Quality control
Staff management
Attention to detail
Budget management
Verbal and written communication
Data analysis
Supply chain management
Workflow optimization
Project management
Critical thinking
Warehouse logistics
Order picking and processing
Timeline
Warehouse Supervisor
Hydraulic Engineering Repair Services
01.2023 - Current
Workshop Manager
Hydraulic Engineering Repair Services
01.2021 - 01.2023
Quality Inspector
Hydraulic Engineering Repair Services
01.2019 - 01.2021
Assembly technician
Sandvik mining (Underground component)
01.2013 - 01.2019
Apprentice
Sandvik mining (Surface mining)
01.2011 - 01.2013
Supply Chain And Procurement
Optimum Learining Technologies
Automotive Electrician
Colliery Training College