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SIPHIWE EMMANUEL HLONGWANE

SIPHIWE EMMANUEL HLONGWANE

Johannesburg

Summary

Visionary CFO with over 20 years of expertise driving financial strategy, operational efficiency, and stakeholder alignment. Skilled in leading large-scale transformations, post-M&A integration, and cultivating high-performing teams. Demonstrated success in negotiating complex deals, fostering collaboration, and delivering sustainable growth across diverse markets. Solid background in leading customer service teams to achieve high client satisfaction. Proven ability to streamline processes and enhance service delivery resulting in improved customer retention. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills effectively managing team dynamics and resolving complex customer issues. Driven by high standards and a commitment to delivering results. Extensive experience in enhancing customer satisfaction through strategic problem resolution and process optimization. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic environments. Proficient in leadership, communication, and conflict resolution.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Supply Chain and Customer Service Director

Tate & Lyle PLC
05.2021 - 04.2024
  • Strategic Leadership: Designed and executed a comprehensive supply chain and customer service strategy to support TMEA's 5-year expansion plan
  • Operational Excellence: Established robust forecasting processes, enhancing visibility and credibility in material requirements planning (MRP) and production planning
  • Cost Optimization: Defined, measured, and optimized cost-to-serve metrics, achieving significant efficiency improvements
  • Inventory Management: Implemented a fit-for-purpose inventory management process, ensuring compliance with FEFO practices and minimizing blocked stock
  • Supplier Management: Monitored supplier performance using KPIs, strengthening relationships and ensuring operational reliability
  • Team Development: Fostered a collaborative team environment, promoting growth, capability development, and psychological safety to boost engagement
  • Customer-Centric Approach: Managed a $100M supply chain across 15 markets, maintaining a 98% on-time delivery rate and reducing operational costs by 12%, enhancing customer satisfaction by 20%.
  • Process Improvement: Spearheaded continuous improvement projects, automation initiatives, and lean process implementation to optimize operations
  • Collaboration: Partnered with commercial teams, plant management, and technical services to improve cross-functional alignment
  • Sustainability: Drove sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of ingredient sourcing and production
  • Leadership Engagement: Actively contributed to the TMEA Leadership Team and Global Operations Team collaboration resulting in improved employee engagement scores from 62 to 78 percentile.

SAP Business & Project Director

Tate & Lyle PLC
04.2019 - 04.2021
  • SAP Implementation Leadership: Directed global SAP implementation and transformation projects, ensuring alignment with business goals. This improved decision-making reduced month-end reporting timelines from eight days to five, and optimized resources through the establishment of Global Shared Services, leading to a 6% year-on-year cost reduction in the first two years.
  • Strategic Planning: Defined project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders, managing budgets and optimizing resource allocation
  • Cross-Functional Coordination: Led diverse teams of consultants, developers, and analysts to deliver successful outcomes
  • Change Management: Championed change initiatives, driving seamless adoption of SAP systems and processes
  • Performance Tracking: Reported progress, KPIs, and performance metrics to senior management, ensuring transparency and accountability
  • Risk Mitigation: Proactively managed risks, resolved issues, and led escalations during project lifecycles
  • Continuous Improvement: Identified opportunities to enhance SAP-related processes and maximize value
  • Team Development: Mentored and coached project managers to strengthen delivery capabilities

Finance and Growth Strategy Director

Tate & Lyle PLC
08.2008 - 03.2019
  • Strategic Leadership: Designed and implemented financial strategies, aligning with long-term growth objectives delivering 20% annual revenue growth (Year-on-Year).
  • Budget & Forecasting: Directed zero-based budgeting for the region, prepared annual operating plans, and led financial forecasting to ensure resource optimization and profitability
  • Working Capital Management: Directed financial planning, and analysis, achieving 10% annual cost savings through strategic capital allocation and working capital optimization.
  • Financial Planning & Reporting: Managed regional P&Ls, balance sheets, and cash flows, delivering actionable insights on variances, margins, and performance drivers
  • Audits & Compliance: Led internal and external audits, ensured tax compliance, and maintained adherence to corporate governance and CAPEX approval standards
  • Growth Strategy: Co-led TMEA's 5-Year Growth Strategy, spearheading market entry initiatives in Africa, Pipeline management, and establishing a Dubai regional hub
  • Commercial Finance: Partnered with sales and technical teams to optimize margins, track pipeline projects, and set pricing strategies
  • Set up a regional sales and innovation centre in Dubai
  • Established an SFS production and pilot plant in SA that led to 10% (YOY) growth in the SFS product line (A niche market offering).
  • Acted as GM for six months in 2015.
  • Developed strong relationships with key industry partners, opening doors for future collaborations.
  • Spearheaded digital transformation efforts within the organization, adopting cutting-edge technologies that streamlined operations and improved overall productivity levels.
  • Identified new market opportunities, leading to an expansion in product offerings and increased sales.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering professional development and nurturing future leaders within the organization.

Senior Finance Manager

Tate & Lyle PLC
01.2006 - 08.2008
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Managed Annual Operating Plan (AOP) with a bottom-up, zero-based budgeting approach, forecasting cycles and financial modelling to a 22% improvement in Operating Profits.
  • Managed month-end close processes: balance sheet reconciliations, stock take, material reviews, GL, creditors, and fixed assets
  • Led treasury functions: Working capital and cost optimization, and hedging strategy, yielding 18% improvement in cash conversion cycle,
  • Compliance & Risk: Ensured compliance with audits, tax regulations, IFRS, and statutory requirements. Implemented a robust risk management framework to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate potential financial risks to the organization.
  • Team management: Fostered culture of openness, inclusivity, and collaboration, driving employee engagement scores by 30% and team development.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

University of Reading (Henley)
Johannesburg, South Africa
09.2020

Honours - Accounting, Tax, Audit and Finance

University of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, South Africa
05.2006

Advanced Accounting For Non Degree Purposes - Advance Accounting And Finance

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa
12.2005

BCom degree -

University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
12.1999

Skills

Strategic Leadership
Visionary business strategy, organizational transformation, market expansion, cross-functional leadership, stakeholder engagement, business partnering, and crisis management

Financial Stewardship
P&L management, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), treasury and cash flow optimization, budgeting, capital management, compliance with IFRS and statutory regulations, and M&A expertise

Governance & Risk Management
Corporate governance, risk mitigation, audit coordination, policy development, and contract negotiation

Operational Excellence
Supply chain strategy, process improvement, logistics and distribution, cost management, customer satisfaction measurement and KPI tracking
People Leadership
Talent development, succession planning, employee engagement, culture building, and DEI advocacy

Technology & Innovation
ERP implementation, data-driven decision-making, and proficiency in SAP, Oracle Hyperion, Pastel, and reporting tools

Corporate Social Responsibility
ESG leadership, community engagement, and strategic partnerships for social impact

Affiliations

  • Associate Member, South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (AGA) SA
  • Member, South African Institute of Business Accountants (SAIBA)
  • Member, Institute of Directors Southern Africa (IoDSA)
  • Member, CFO South Africa

Languages

English
isiZulu

Linkedin

linkedin.com/in/siphiwe-hlongwane-mba-aga-sa-bap-sa-m-inst-d-58460b16

Personal Information

  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: South African

References

Available on request

Coursesandseminarsattended

  • People Management Development Course, 05/16
  • Effective Communication and Stakeholder Management, 05/17
  • Food Safety Practices for Persons in Charge of Food Premises, 05/23
  • Business Partnering and Effective Development, 05/12
  • Strategic Influencing and Personal Impact, 05/14
  • Gallup StrengthsFinder, 05/15

Hobbies

Passionate about rugby and football, I enjoy staying informed on market trends, reading business literature, and spending quality time with family and friends. I am also dedicated to community upliftment through my involvement with NGOs, it aligns with my sense of purpose.

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Quote

HUMAN KIND - (BE BOTH).

Timeline

Supply Chain and Customer Service Director

Tate & Lyle PLC
05.2021 - 04.2024

SAP Business & Project Director

Tate & Lyle PLC
04.2019 - 04.2021

Finance and Growth Strategy Director

Tate & Lyle PLC
08.2008 - 03.2019

Senior Finance Manager

Tate & Lyle PLC
01.2006 - 08.2008

Master of Business Administration -

University of Reading (Henley)

Honours - Accounting, Tax, Audit and Finance

University of KwaZulu-Natal

Advanced Accounting For Non Degree Purposes - Advance Accounting And Finance

University of Johannesburg

BCom degree -

University of Cape Town

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