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SADC Logistics AdvisorsPrincipal
Feb. 2026South AfricaProviding executive advisory and fractional leadership to owners, boards, and private equity investors focused on logistics, supply chain, and cross-border operations across SADC. We specialise in business turnarounds, cost optimisation, governance, strategy execution, and operational risk management in high-complexity environments. Engagements are fixed-fee or retainer-based, delivered remote-first with targeted site involvement where value is created. Mobile: +27 (0)82 326 9416
Email: [email protected]
SABOT GroupManaging Director / BDE
Aug. 2015 - Jan. 2026City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa- Subsidiary of ERG
- Fiduciary responsibility for Group companies in the DRC, Seychelles, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
- Led cross-border teams in the DRC, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe and South Africa, aligning diverse cultures and skill sets to deliver operational excellence.
- Moved Copper/Cobalt with Hazchem/General Freight returns from the DRC to Durban and Dar es Salaam ports deploying up to ~1000 vehicle combinations including subcontractors.
- Optimized mine‑to‑port transport flows, cutting 16% operating costs resulting in an $8m bottom-line swing in a major restructure.
- Conducted meticulous OEM standard fleet preventative maintenance, consistently delivering fleet availability above 95%.
- Implemented ISO‑aligned HSSE programs, achieving measurable safety improvements across multi‑site operations in 5 countries with Zero LTIFR since 2022.
- Implemented MSD365, improving reporting accuracy and decision‑making speed.
- Integrated onboard tracking data from Globaltrack and Mix Telematics, with Dovetail (TMS) and MS Power BI for dynamic management reporting.
DP WorldLogistics Executive: Africa (Imperial)
Sep. 2013 - Jul. 2015Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaImperial Logistics Limited is mainly an African and Eurozone logistics service provider of outsourced integrated freight management, contract logistics, and distributorships. It is ranked among the top 30 global logistics providers. In this role, I successfully managed a portfolio of cross-border transport companies headed by its former owners, then as minority shareholders in most cases. Operating companies including associates managed were Auto-Estrada, Colbro Transport, Etosha Transport, Interchain Logistics, Sereth Logistics, Snyman Transport, Transport Holdings, Truckafrica, WP Transport and Zimbulk Tankers. Operations spanned South Africa, Namibia, Angola, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, DRC and Mozambique.
Reinhardt Transport GroupGroup Strategic Business Executive
Sep. 2011 - Aug. 2013Johannesburg Area, South AfricaThe Reinhardt Transport Group, incorporating Chrome Carriers, has been widely acknowledged as the leading tipper transport operator in Southern Africa. During my tenure, I designed a Strategic Plan to support the intended sale of the business to a European suitor. Additionally, I conducted reconnaissance and designed marketing strategies for 3 new business sectors and launched dual-purpose trailers (side-tipper/flat-deck) to capture return load work at superior rates increasing the Johannesburg/Durban route profitability. I also launched a broking division and established a container packing operation in Durban to enhance the value proposition. I facilitated the establishment of RTG Logistica Limitada in Mozambique and managed the construction of the Komatipoort and Matola depots.
Everstar Industries (Pty) LtdDealer Principal: Powerstar
Aug. 2010 - Aug. 2011Centurion, Gauteng, South AfricaEstablished in August 2010, Everstar Industries (ESI) was the sole distributor of Powerstar and Powerland trucks, Shantui and NHL construction equipment in the SADC region of sub-equatorial Africa. I was tasked to establish a flagship dealership with profit centres for New and Used Vehicles, Parts, and Service sales. This required creating a strategy, structure, systems, and resources to turn this underperforming business around. It also required negotiating a budget, a pricing policy and an after-sales protocol with Wholesale. I developed a management and financial reporting system and generated significantly increased sales as well as profitability within 5 months.
Everstar Industries (Pty) LtdHead of Sales: Powerstar
Mar. 2010 - Jul. 2010Johannesburg Area, South AfricaPowerstar, the only remaining business from Super Group Industrial Products, imported commercial vehicles in SKD from China and assembled in Pietermaritzburg. The business distributed its product by means of an independent dealer network. My primary responsibility was to design and implement a strategy and structure to facilitate the national sales function.
WheelMasterDirector / Shareholder
Mar. 2009 - Feb. 2010Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaImported and distributed aluminium and steel wheels for the SA commercial vehicle industry. Major account with Tyco Trucks from the IMPERIAL stable.
DHL AfricaDirector: Automotive, Industrial & Technology
Jul. 2007 - Feb. 2009Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaA start-up supply chain business to broaden the market segmentation focus beyond the historical Consumer base (FMCG), in line with DHL global market strategy. Customers included:
Automotive: Aunde, FMCSA, GMSA, MBSA, Mitsui & Nissan Diesel
Industrial: ABB, Cadbury’s, Clicks, J&J, Kimberly-Clark, Kraft, Shoprite & Unilever
Technology: Hitachi, HP, Motorola, Nokia, Siemens & Sun Microsystems.
DHL AfricaManaging Director: Transport Solutions
Jan. 2006 - Jun. 2007A 4PL business focused on the Consumer market segment (FMCG) with Unilever as anchor principal.
UnitransManaging Director: Freight Division
Apr. 2002 - Dec. 2005Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaUnitrans Freight, a subsidiary of Unitrans Limited, comprised 5 industry focused business units namely Express, Foods, Forestry, Industrial and Mining. Key statistics; Turnover circa R1bn, Operating sites 69 and Employees circa 4 600. Designations held:
Managing Director: Freight Division
Chairman: African Express, JV with MDC
Chairman: Klipstone, JV with Holcim (Afrisam)
Chairman: Nomakanjani, JV with Anglo Zimele
Chairman: UniViron, JV with Windworth Holdings Customers included:
Express: Multiple
Foods: Clover, Epol, Nedan Oil, Premier Milling, Rainbow & UNB
Forestry: Hans Merensky, Mondi, SAFCOL, Sappi & Steinhoff
Industrial: Greif, Holcim, Kulucrete, Lafarge, Mittal & NPC
Mining: Amplats, Bayer, Implats, Lonmin, Namakwa Sands & Richards Bay Minerals
UnitransGeneral Manager: Mining & Forest Products
May. 1999 - Mar. 2002Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaThe Mining business unit pioneered road trains based on Australian concept for South Africa. Gross combination mass of 150 tons were achieved in mineral haulage. The Forest Products business unit integrated the inbound logistics chain to paper mills including cilviculture, harvesting, extraction, loading, transportation and mill yard management.
UnitransManaging Director: Zululand
Feb. 1998 - Apr. 1999Richards Bay Area, South AfricaThe business had a geographical market focus supplying largely bulk transportation services to the Forestry, Fuel, Mining and Sugar industries.
UnitransMarketing Manager: Zululand
Sep. 1994 - Jan. 1998Richards Bay Area, South AfricaThe company in 1994 provided transportation services to mainly the Mining and Fuel industries in Zululand. Marketing efforts resulted in significant growth in the timber and sugar cane industries.
SABMillerOperations Manager: Cape Display
Nov. 1993 - Aug. 1994Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaThis company (now Supply Chain Services - Fuel Group) was acquired by South African Breweries with a view to establish a distribution channel to Supermarkets and Convenience stores, additional to the traditional liquor retail market. The company provided warehousing, distribution, sales, merchandising and factoring services to 32 principles in the FMCG industry. Key statistics; 2 mother warehouses, 8 redistributor warehouses, circa 1 450 SKUs and 8 600 stores accounts.
SABMillerDepot Manager: Denver
Dec. 1991 - Oct. 1993Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaA flagship distribution centre, supplying 0.5m litres of beer per day in central Johannesburg. SAB at the time had some 40 brand/packs beer portfolio and dominated the beer market in South Africa. The 1st depot in SAB to achieve a 5-star NOSA rating per Norman Adamy's DSP (Distribution Standards Programme) requirement.
UnitransOperations Manager: Zululand
May. 1990 - Nov. 1991Richards Bay Area, South AfricaDirect accountability for road transportation services to multiple customers in the Forestry, Freight, Fuel, Mining, Paper and Sugar industries.
Empangeni Transport (Pty) LtdOperations Manager
Jan. 1989 - Apr. 1990Richards Bay Area, South AfricaOperations management of commuter and private hire passenger services in the Zululand area. Direct liaison with 11 Chiefs re customers service, routes and bus fares.
Western Bus Lines (Pty) LtdTraffic Manager
Jul. 1988 - Dec. 1988Klerksdorp Area, South AfricaOperations management of commuter, private hire and express bus services in the North West Province. Direct liaison with mines and industry associations.
Western Bus Lines (Pty) LtdFinancial Manager
Jan. 1987 - Jun. 1988Klerksdorp Area, South AfricaComplete treasury function for subsidiary of United Passenger Transport Holdings (UPTH). Secretary to the Board.
Anglo AmericanAsst. Cost Accountant: Vaal Reefs
Oct. 1983 - Dec. 1986Klerksdorp Area, South AfricaManagement accounting function for 8# Gold and Uranium plants.
BHPAsst. Capital Controller: Buffelsfontein GM
Jan. 1982 - Sep. 1983Klerksdorp Area, South AfricaManagement accounting function for all capital projects. Monthly reporting to senior management.
BHP BillitonTrainee Management Accountant
Sep. 1978 - Dec. 1981Klerksdorp Area, South AfricaComprehensive overview and exposure to all financial departments including Accounts, Capital Control, Management Accounts, Procurement, Stores and Time Office.
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