Yolande Van Der Merwe
Pricing, Supply Chain & Logistics Coordinator
Pretoria
Summary
Dynamic Logistics Coordinator with a proven track record at Medhold Medical (Pty) Ltd, excelling in supply chain operations and customer service. Achieved significant cost reductions through strategic contract negotiations and enhanced inventory management. Adept at problem-solving and improving operational efficiency, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Coordinator
Medhold Medical (Pty) Ltd
10.2022 - Current
- Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods, minimizing stockouts.
- Collaborated with sales teams to address client concerns and expedite orders when necessary.
- Reduced transportation costs by negotiating favorable contracts with carriers.
- Implemented a warehouse organization system that increased storage capacity and accessibility.
- Managed cross-functional teams for efficient project execution and timely completion.
- Continuously monitored performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement within the logistics process.
- Managed inventory levels to prevent stockouts, ordering supplies before reaching critical low levels.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accuracy and accountability in stock management.
- Coordinated emergency logistics responses, ensuring rapid delivery of critical supplies during unexpected events.
- Identified opportunities for inventory reductions.
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
- New Products Range registrations
- New Product submissions approvals with hospital groups
- Price negotiations with medical aid funders
- Price file uploads
- Tender applications with government entities
Pricing, Tender and Supply Chain Coordinator
Affmed (Pty) Ltd
10.2010 - 10.2022
- Improved tender response rates by tailoring proposals to client needs and requirements.
- Assisted with contract negotiations following successful bids, ensuring favorable terms for both parties involved.
- Managed a comprehensive database of past bids, improving accessibility to information for future submissions.
- Maintained a high level of compliance in all submissions by adhering to strict guidelines and regulations.
- Ensured all tender documents were accurately proofread, reflecting professionalism and attention to detail.
- Adapted quickly to changes in tender requirements and deadlines, maintaining high-quality submissions under pressure.
- Capturing of monthly remittances
- Invoicing
- Fleet management
- Placing stock orders with suppliers
- New product range registrations
- New product range submissions / approvals with hospital groups
- Price negotiations with medical aid funders
- Price file uploads
Education
High School Diploma -
Hoërskool Oos-Moot
Pretoria, Gauteng 04.2001 -
Skills
Customer service
Transportation management
Supply chain operations
Invoicing and shipping documentation
Client relations
Sales support
Data entry
Time management
Logistics process improvement
Fleet management
Warehouse management
Logistics analysis
Inventory management
Timeline
Logistics Coordinator
Medhold Medical (Pty) Ltd
10.2022 - Current
Pricing, Tender and Supply Chain Coordinator
Affmed (Pty) Ltd
10.2010 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Hoërskool Oos-Moot
04.2001 -
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