Nisar Tiseker

Experience

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  Old Mutual

  Jan 1989 - Dec 1991

  Analyst Programmer

  The project suites required the development and maintenance of transaction based systems for the capture of client data and related Assurance information. The respective systems required custom validation against pre-defined business rules and systems functionality in order to maintain the data accuracy and integrity of underlying information. He was generally responsible for the Systems Integration across the various mainframe platforms within the encompassing hardware architectures. This mainly incorporated Data Structure development as well as their relative migration and transformation within proprietary storage management structures. He gained exposure to Project Management with his involvement in a Graduate Development Programme and Systems Analysts Development Programme. This experience was extensively applied within the business analysis, logical design and physical design of a Medical Fees system. Show less

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  Cape Provincial Administration

  Jan 1992 - Dec 1992

  Systems Analyst

  The analysis and design of a Management Information System (MIS) for the Community Services directorate of the Cape Provincial Administration. He played an active role in compiling a strategic Mission and Vision for the Management Advisory Services and Work Study directorate of the Cape Provincial Administration due to his extensive knowledge of the public sector. The role of Project Leader for the National Housing Fund project required elaborate Project Management and Strategic Planning in terms of the mission, goals and objectives, risks, critical success factors, assumptions, constraints and resource requirements of the broader project. He utilized mainly Oracle Computer-Aided Software Engineering (CASE) methodologies and tools to develop System Network Models, Functional Decomposition Charts, Entity Models, Data Flow Diagrams and Process Models. These depicted the business requirements of the business units within the wider organization. Show less

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  Foschini

  Jan 1993 - Dec 1994

  Systems Consultant

  The general development, conversion and maintenance of purchase order management, merchandise classification, goods in-transit tracking, general ledger and financial stock accounting systems. These systems supported the back end business functionality of core retail functions. The successful implementation of Change Management procedures was achieved via comprehensive Impact Analysis and Implementation Planning. These ultimately allowed for the speedy deliverance of change requests by internal clients. Detailed analyses were performed as required in order to fix various systemic anomalies, as well as prevent future business contingencies. These arose primarily as a result of inherent data inconsistency and data corruption, which ultimately required the speedy application of various Problem Solving and Heuristics techniques. Their successful resolution and integration with the current systems required a detailed understanding of the immense Data, Application and Technological Architectures. Show less

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  PortNet

  Jan 1995 - Dec 1995

  Database Administrator

  The role of both Systems Administrator and Database Administrator on a development platform to ensure the availability and consistency of data on various database structures within the underlying Data and Technology Architectures. The general support of the Prophecy Accounting System entailed maintenance to the various sub-systems (viz. debtors, creditors, general ledger, and assets). The ongoing Quality Assurance and Integrity Audit of the underlying data, as well as structural changes to database entities and data models, inevitably ensured their seamless migration to the respective production environments in accordance with client priorities. Training and development of internship candidates was performed secondarily, in order to ensure their successful integration and continuity within their future project management support roles in the Financial Accounting arena. Show less

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  Ernst & Young

  Jan 1995 - Sept 1997

  Managament Consultant

  PenSecure - Biometric Pension Payment Systems (1996-1997) The multi-disciplinary role of Computer Auditor, Systems Analyst and Database Administrator for a newly formed company contracted to pay Welfare beneficiaries via Biometric Fingerprint Identification technology. Ernst & Young managed this project on behalf of an Eastern Cape local government entity.Maven Computers - Systems Replacement Audit (1997) The project entailed a bottom-up strategy in order to determine both the Resource and Replacement Costs for the various systems developed by a large software house. The systems portfolio included Short Term Insurance, Internet Quotations, Financial Projections, Airline Administration, Address Administration and Telemarketing. The direct & indirect costs were associated with a complete rewrite of the various systems from a 4th Generation Language to a Windows based environment linked to relational database.First Mutual Life - Architecture Planning (1997) The project, based in Zimbabwe, required the development and application of Information Technology Architecture for an Assurance company. These included the development of IT Principles, Data Architecture, IT Organization and Management Structure, Applications Architecture and Platform & Network Infrastructure. First Mutual Life - Strategic IS Planning (1997) This project entailed the delivery of detailed project charters and high-level plans for the implementation of strategic and tactical projects. First Mutual Life - Business Area Requirements (1997) This project entailed a detailed analysis of the Strategy & Current Procedures for the replacement of the Life Assurance system. Show less

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  Vodacom

  Oct 1997 - Dec 2000

  Programme Manager

  The responsibility for ongoing Programme and Project Management of various Information Technology (IT) related projects. These incorporated Project Concept workshops, Business Case Development, Budgeting & Forecasting, Business Requirements Analysis, User Requirements Specification (URS), Project Definition, Project Planning, Functional Specification, Request For Proposal (RFP), Proposal Evaluation, Requisitions, ITIL, Systems Development, Contract Management, Service Level Agreements (SLA), Systems Rollout & Implementation, Operational Handover and Systems Review.The Project Management tasks included the development of concept definitions, project initiation, goals & objectives, work breakdown structure, deliverables & responsibilities, organisation & resources, management system, risks, assumptions, dependencies and budgeting. Show less

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  Blue Chip Institute of Technology

  Jan 2000 - Dec 2002

  CIO

  The responsibility of Chief Information Officer (CIO) responsible for Client Relationship Management, Account and Contract Management, Proposal Development, Functional Specification Development and ongoing Programme & Project Management of various Software Development and Electronic Commerce projects: Telkom SA Limited Radar System Development PEP Clothing Manufacturers Performance Management System University of the Western Cape HR Training Management System Provincial Admin of the Western Cape Applications Training Tender Provincial Admin of the Western Cape Technical Training Tender Provincial Admin of the Western Cape VB Development Tender* Business Regulation – Tourism & Liquor License Administration Systems* Roads Management – Roads Maintenance and Cost Management System* Procurement – Request Management System* Transport – License Management System* Miscellaneous – Special Numberplate Management System Provincial Admin of the Western Cape Web Design Tender Blue Chip Training Division SMME Training Management System Danlink / iB2BAfrica. Com B2B Portal & Business Directory Board For Sheriffs Sheriffs Registration System (.Net) Shell Volume Management System Show less

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  Comparex Africa / Business Connexion

  Jan 2003 - Jul 2005

  Divisional Manager

  The responsibility of Divisional Manager: Technology Practice entailed the management and development of approximately 125 IT professionals with a diverse set of skills and competencies (Delphi, Java, Oracle, .Net, Sonic, etc). These consultants are subsequently outsourced to various clients in various business sectors (viz. Retail & Commercial, Financial Services and Public Sector). The management role included the formalization of relationships with various software vendors (IBM, Sun, Oracle and Microsoft) for numerous training and accreditation initiatives.The personal development of each member of staff via a Performance Agreement and associated Personal Development Plan (PDP), as well as ongoing training and various mentorship programmes, is an integral part of the current management role. Show less

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  Chevron

  Aug 2005 - Aug 2008

  The role of Regional Fuel Order Fulfillment Project Manager relates to the implementation of a Regional Despatch Centre to centralize Fuel Ordering, Scheduling and Delivery across Depots using the SAP “Order to Billing” process and Aspen Supply Chain Management.Project Plan – Project Framing (Background, Opportunity Statement, Roadmap, Assumptions, Givens, Dependencies, Constraints, Business Plan, Business Case & Benefits, Project Scope, Definition of Success & Metrics, Project Schedule, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Team & Budget).Change Management & Communications – Plans have been completed with a Stakeholder Analysis. Engagement sessions have started with stakeholders and Marketing Roadshows planned.Business Requirements & Operations – “As-Is” process has been documented, along with Business Process Workshop to define to “To-Be” process. Operational Procedures and Delivery Rules have been compiled within agreed Operational Level Agreements (OLA). Show less Project Management Office (PMO) Africa Pakistan entailed framing, execution and implementation of Business Solutions: Project Nike – PM for replacement of PC/SMaRT with SAP (SD, MM, FI) within Zimbabwe Depots. The role included Project Execution Planning, Steering Committee Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Status Reporting, Team Management, Budget Management, Business Requirements Analysis, Business Process Modelling, Systems Design, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Proof of Concept, SAP Authorisations, Segregation of Duty (SOD) Controls, Change Management, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Systems Training, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Implementation Planning, Master Data, Systems Migration and Systems Implementation. Project Score – PM for implementation of Financial Controls and development of Coupon Management System for the Zimbabwe Finance Department. The role included Project Execution Planning, Stakeholder Management, Status Reporting, Team Management, Budget Management, Business Requirements Analysis, Business Process Modelling, Systems Design, Change Management, FAT, Systems Training, UAT, Implementation Planning, Systems Migration and Implementation. Project Sirius – PM Governance for design and implementation of integrated card business solutions at Service Stations and HomeBase Sites linked to a Card Accounting Back End for Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Fleet Customers in 8 Geographies. Governance included compilation and management of Macro Project Plan and Business Requirements for end-to-end processes including Card Marketing, Smart Card Manufacture and Personalisation, Offline Transaction Processing at Sites, Transaction Communication, Card Accounting, Card Updates, Credit Management, Invoicing, Payments and Call Centre. Involvement in Marketing Plan, Commercial and Retail Engagement, Credit Management, RFI/RFP, Proposal Evaluation, Vendor Selection, Country Implementation Priority, Stakeholder Communication and Peer Assist activities. Show less

  • Regional Fuel Order Fulfillment Project Manager

    May 2007 - Aug 2008

  • Regional Programme Manager / Account Manager Global Lubricants

    Aug 2005 - Apr 2007
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  Engen

  Sept 2008 - now

  Process Excellence Management System (PEMS) – Review and mapping the Supply Chain processes in ARIS within the following L2B structure: Business Performance Improvement o Finance o Inventory Management o 3rd Party Supply Chain Enterprise Optimization o Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) o Supply Operations Supply & Trading o Commercial Contract Management o Shipping Operations o Trading Operations Engineering & Maintenance o Preventative Maintenance o Breakdown Maintenance o Critical Spares ManagementSupply Chain Risk Profile – Development of Supply Chain Risk Profile along with methodology for Value at Risk based upon Probability and Impact. Compilation of Action items and Mitigation with Quarterly Tracking.Full Potential – Project Management of Effective Sales Collaboration, Pricing Strategy, Centralised Scheduling (SAP Order to Billing systems), Terminal Automation System and Truck TurnAround Time initiatives for Project Full Potential.Terminal Automation System – Project Management of FuelFacs and SAP integration solutions for management of Inventory Movements at Engen Depots in South Africa.Project Spice – Implementation of SAP/4 Hana project for Engen using Agile/Scrum methodology as Data Steward for Order to Cash, Forecast to Delivery and Extended Warehouse Management Scrums. Show less The role of Manager: Strategic Projects entails the structuring and framing of a Supply Chain Management (SCM) Programmes within the Engen Sales & Marketing division to streamline the Blending, Storage and Distribution of Lubricants & Chemicals as well as various Retail programmes.The overall role includes the compilation of Strategy and associated Business Case for the initiation and management of various programmes, projects and business operations as follows:• Marketing Leadership Council (MLC) – Review of Best Practice for replication in Sales and Marketing i.e. Customer Loyalty, Brand Measurement, Social Media & Insight Marketing• Royal Blue – Key Customer engagement via coordination of Newsletters and Events with Engen Lubricants, Chemical and Commercial streams• Franchise Management – Development of contracts and systems for management of Engen Owned Stock at Franchisees for delivery of products to nominated customers• Lubricants Plant Optimisation – Consolidation of lubricants blend plants in the Durban harbour in consultation with JV partners for operational share buyback and environmental remediation, as well as business case for construction of new manufacturing line• Grease Blend Plant – Land Sale and Operating Agreements for manufacture of bitumen based grease products and storage & handling of lubricants• Bulk Lubricants Strategy & Implementation – Roadmap for migration of Bulk Lubricants storage and distribution to Isando depot; including EIA, Tankage, Load Rack & Distribution• Bitumen Based Grease Strategy & Implementation – Roadmap for migration of Bitumen Based Grease manufacture• Transitional Fuels – Roadmap for rollout of Transitional Fuels and discontinuation of non-clean fuels as required by Cleaner Fuels legislation• BioFuels – Strategy and Roadmap for rollout of BioFuels as required by legislation by October 2015 Show less

  • Strategic Initiatives & Continuous Improvement Officer

    Dec 2018 - now

  • Manager: Strategic Projects

    Sept 2008 - Nov 2018