TINYIKO STEVEN BALOYI
Johannesburg
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at ELLIES Electronics, excelling in strategic planning and process optimization. Adept at enhancing logistics and inventory management, I drive team performance and ensure customer satisfaction through effective project management and business analysis. Committed to delivering results and fostering strong vendor relationships.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Head of Operations
ELLIES Electronics
06.2017 - 09.2024
- Operations Leadership: Leading the operations function, ensuring effective and efficient management of operational divisions.
- Strategic Planning: Aligning operations with company objectives and strategic plans.
- Budgeting and Financial Management: Managing budgets, controlling costs, and ensuring financial sustainability.
- Process Optimization: Implementing and maintaining efficient processes to enhance productivity.
- Inventory Management: Ensuring rigorous management of company assets and optimizing warehouse space usage.
- Distribution and Logistics: Coordinating inventory management, warehousing, and haulage activities (3PL)
- Quality Assurance: Ensuring high-quality products and services meet customer expectations.
- Team Management: Leading and motivating cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.
- Vendor Management: Selecting and managing third-party vendors, negotiating contracts, and maintaining strong relationships.
- Customer Satisfaction: Focusing on customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and high-quality deliveries.
- Returns and Repairs: Managing returns and repairs processes, ensuring efficient and effective resolution.
Inventory Manager
Value Logistics
10.2015 - 05.2017
- Inventory Management: Managed inventory processes, ensuring optimal stock levels and on-time deliveries.
- Inventory Control: Implemented inventory control measures, reducing stock discrepancies.
- Stock Counts: Led stock counts, audits, and reconciliation processes.
Replenishment Planner
Imperial Retail Logistics
07.2011 - 09.2015
- Product Performance: Managed product performance, minimizing inventory levels and maximizing service levels.
- Supply Chain Efficiency: Authorized collections and deliveries, maximizing efficiencies within the supply chain.
Senior Inventory Controller
Entyce Beverages
05.2008 - 06.2011
- Inventory Management: Managed inbound and stock receipts, ensuring data integrity and addressing discrepancies.
- System Implementation: Implemented systems to ensure highest inventory accuracy.
Production Planner
ISE System
01.2006 - 04.2008
- Production Planning: Developed and maintained master production schedules, ensuring efficient capacity planning.
- Staff Management: Managed staff, finalizing delivery dates and advising clients of changes in delivery status.
Site Supervisor
Epol
07.2002 - 12.2005
- Stock Management: Managed stock - inbound and issuing to production.
Education
BCOM - Supply Chain Management
MANCOSA University
01.2023
Certificate - Business Leadership and Management
University of Stellenbosch
01.2019
Supply Chain Management -
University of Cape Town
01.2017
Certificate - Inventory Management
SAPICS
01.2011
Certificate - Production Planning & Control
Production Management Institute
01.2004
B.A. - International Politics
University of The North
Limpopo (Turfloop Campus)01.1998
Skills
Operations Leadership
Strategic planning
Process optimization
Business analysis
Logistics and inventory management
Project management
References
Zeyn Agjee, Chief Operations Officer, zeyn.agjee@ellies.co.za, 082 466 7211
Timeline
Group Head of Operations
ELLIES Electronics
06.2017 - 09.2024
Inventory Manager
Value Logistics
10.2015 - 05.2017
Replenishment Planner
Imperial Retail Logistics
07.2011 - 09.2015
Senior Inventory Controller
Entyce Beverages
05.2008 - 06.2011
Production Planner
ISE System
01.2006 - 04.2008
Site Supervisor
Epol
07.2002 - 12.2005
BCOM - Supply Chain Management
MANCOSA University
Certificate - Business Leadership and Management
University of Stellenbosch
Supply Chain Management -
University of Cape Town
Certificate - Inventory Management
SAPICS
Certificate - Production Planning & Control
Production Management Institute
B.A. - International Politics
University of The North