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Werner Lessing

Chief Operations Officer
Bloemfontein,Freestate

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Chief Operations Officer with a proven track record at Dynamic Feeds (Pty) Ltd. Expert in operational excellence and organizational leadership, I enhanced supply chain efficiency and ensured regulatory compliance. Adept at negotiating contracts and fostering relationships, I drive profitability improvement through strategic planning and process optimization. Demonstrated Chief Operations Officer offering extensive knowledge in business development and strategic planning. Adept at analyzing data and performance metrics to obtain a complete business overview.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Operations Officer

Dynamic Feeds (Pty) Ltd
08.2022 - Current
  • Streamlined operations by implementing process improvements and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining strong relationships with regulatory bodies and implementing necessary updates to internal policies.
  • Improved supply chain efficiency by negotiating favorable contracts with vendors and streamlining inventory management processes.
  • Supported business growth through strategic planning and process development.

Engineering Project Manager

M Care Management Company
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Mentored junior engineers on technical skills development, contributing to their professional growth within the company.
  • Proposed design concepts, worked with customers to incorporate changes and oversaw design process.
  • Implemented quality control standards for consistent approach and results.
  • Provided technical guidance, peer review and mentorship to junior engineers engaged in building system designs.

General Manager

Pako Enterprises (Pty) Ltd
01.2007 - 12.2020
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Management

University of North West
Potchefstroom, South Africa
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Engineering

Randse Afrkaanse Universiteit
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Organizational leadership

Operational excellence

Profitability improvement

Operations management

Timeline

Chief Operations Officer

Dynamic Feeds (Pty) Ltd
08.2022 - Current

Engineering Project Manager

M Care Management Company
01.2021 - 07.2022

General Manager

Pako Enterprises (Pty) Ltd
01.2007 - 12.2020

MBA - Business Administration And Management

University of North West
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Engineering

Randse Afrkaanse Universiteit
04.2001 -
Werner LessingChief Operations Officer