Tsakane Nomsa Shondlani
Kemptonpark,south africa
Summary
Experienced Warehouse and Supply Chain Professional with a strong background in manufacturing and FMCG environments, including food production. Proven expertise in managing raw materials, packaging, and finished goods, while working closely with Procurement, Imports, Production, and New Product Development (NPD) teams. Highly skilled in coordinating BRC‑approved packaging materials, food safety, GMP, and BRC audit standards. Strong leader with a track record of improving inventory accuracy, supporting successful product launches, and maintaining audit‑ready warehouse operations
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Warehouse and Operations Manager
Kees Beyers Chocolate (Spartan)
Kempton Park, Gauteng
02.2022 - 01.2026
- Managed warehouse operations for raw materials, packaging, and finished goods
- Supported NPD initiatives through coordination of BRC‑approved packaging materials
- Controlled sourcing and storage of flow wraps, skillets, cartons, and labels
- Ensured FIFO/FEFO, traceability, and food safety compliance
- Led warehouse staff and supported BRC audit readiness
- Managed inventory efficiently to minimise stockouts and overstock situations.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for cost-effective procurement of resources.
Warehouse Supervisor /Receiving Stock Controller /Dispatch Supervisor
Plumblink
Midrand, Gauteng
10.2014 - 02.2022
- Supervised daily warehouse operations to ensure efficient receiving, storage, picking, and dispatch of stock in line with operational targets
- Worked closely with the Procurement Department to align stock availability with purchasing plans and sales demand
- Liaised with the Imports Department to manage inbound imported stock, monitor shipment schedules, and prepare for container arrivals
- Coordinated receiving of locally sourced and imported goods, ensuring accurate GRNs, correct quantities, and quality compliance
- Ensured accurate stock control through cycle counts, stock takes, and system updates to minimize variances
Procurement officer
Ingram Micro
Kempton Park, Gauteng
08.2009 - 09.2014
- Coordinated end‑to‑end procurement activities to ensure timely sourcing of goods and services in line with operational requirements
- Prepared, issued, and tracked purchase orders (POs) in accordance with procurement policies and approval frameworks
- Liaised with vendors to confirm pricing, availability, delivery timelines, and order status
- Monitored deliveries and coordinated with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure accurate and timely receipt of goods
- Resolved procurement‑related issues including delays, shortages, invoice discrepancies, and quality concerns
Education
PGDBM (Level 8) - Business Management
Regenesys Business School
South Africa 01.2022 - 12.2023
National Diploma - Logistics
Vaal University of Technology
South Africa 01.2006 - 12.2008
Certificate - Project Management (PMBOK)
Oxbridge college
South Africa 01.2019 - 01.2020
Skills
- Warehouse Operating Management
- Warehouse Management System (WMS) Sage X3
- Supply chain coordination
- BRC compliance strategies
- Operational forecasting
- Quality assurance methods
- Cross-functional collaboration
Certification
- Fire Fighter (Nosa)
- She Representative (Nosa)
- Stores Keeper /Inventory stock clerk (SETA)
- Best Performance in Accounting (2003)
- HAACP Certificate
- Procurement Management Certificate
- Operations Management Certificate
- Chairing Hearings certificate
Custom
C1
Personal Information
- ID Number: 8609050341080
- Gender: Female
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
tsonga
Proficient (C2)
setswana
Upper intermediate (B2)
zulu
Upper intermediate (B2)
Affiliations
- reading and hiking
- cooking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Warehouse and Operations Manager
Kees Beyers Chocolate (Spartan)
02.2022 - 01.2026
PGDBM (Level 8) - Business Management
Regenesys Business School
01.2022 - 12.2023
Certificate - Project Management (PMBOK)
Oxbridge college
01.2019 - 01.2020
Warehouse Supervisor /Receiving Stock Controller /Dispatch Supervisor
Plumblink
10.2014 - 02.2022
Procurement officer
Ingram Micro
08.2009 - 09.2014
National Diploma - Logistics
Vaal University of Technology
01.2006 - 12.2008