Experience

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  Freeport-mcmoran

  May 2008 - Oct 2009

  Metallurgical engineer

  Responsibilities:► ­Provided technical guidance and leadership to a 3-member technical team.► Coordinated day-to-day workflow and supervised the training of recruits.­► Managed an optimization project on the design and selection of copper-molybdenum ore process.­► Coordinated aftersales services for 7 large laboratory instruments.► Liaised with the vendors to schedule the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of equipment.

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  Ecolab

  Jan 2010 - Nov 2015

  Marketing director & corporate account manager

  ► Created marketing plans tailored to the mining sector and defined annual sales targets.► Drafted situational analysis reports to examine the company’s market share in the mining industry.► Influenced product development and market expansion by leveraging data-driven insights.► Collaborated closely with research and development teams to resolve product quality. ► Integrated a channel management model to effectively manage distributors and increase market share.► Maintained brand awareness by working cooperatively with the corporate headquarters.► Supported the Australian Sales team in marketing products to Chinese-owned companies in Australia. Show less

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  Anglorand financial services group

  Nov 2015 - Apr 2020

  Deputy ceo

  Executed the Company’s diversification strategies, overseeing the integration of the Group’s acquisitions, and managed the closure of M&A deals valued at over $73 million. Achievements:🔸 Played a pivotal leadership role in diversification projects, overseeing a $25 million start-up business, leading the privatisation and due diligence for a $20 million London-listed company, and orchestrating the purchase of 15,000 carat diamonds by a prominent Chinese company.🔸 Led the $15 million acquisition of TecMed Africa and Elite Surgical, two prestigious medical device and orthopaedic company’s, overseeing company valuations, due diligence, and sale negotiations. 🔸 Orchestrated the divestment of various company assets, successfully facilitating sale negotiations of the group's subsidiary operations to larger corporations.Responsibilities:► Directed commercial functions, overseeing Operations, Finance, HR, Risk, and Shareholder relations.► Facilitated the integration and acceptance of board decisions during mergers and acquisitions.► Executed expansion strategies, establishing corporate branches in Abu Dhabi and Mauritius.► Oversaw risk management, leading cross-functional teams in designing risk prevention systems. ► Liaised with the Board and Shareholders on the Company's financial position.► Resolved historical acquisition issues by renegotiating arrangements with shareholders and investors.► Refreshed HR structures, aligning employee contracts and bonus schemes with local legislation. Show less

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  Wepon pharmaceutical

  Apr 2020 - now

  Managing director | healthcare

  Direct and support interdepartmental operations, making business-critical decisions on the strategic direction and aligning the efforts of sales, finance, and human resources teams with the Group's overall strategy.Achievements🔸Yielded a 20% reduction in costs and increased gross margin from 31% to 37% by restructuring customer service teams, cancelling unnecessary contracts, and closing non-essential offices. 🔸Negotiated and secured an $8 million revolving credit facility with the Bank of China to fund the Company's strategic expansion plans and support business operations.🔸 Successfully integrated key employees into Wepon’s corporate structure, securing technical staff and salespeople during company acquisitions, thereby stabilising business activities under new management.Responsibilities:• Lead the organisation of high-profile healthcare exhibitions and coordinated press conferences across South Africa and internationally, enhancing brand visibility and positioning the Company as a leader in the healthcare sector.• Oversee the management of imported healthcare products from Japan and China, ensuring they meet South African market demands and regulatory requirements.• Demonstrate financial acumen by managing budget forecasts, overseeing annual financial reporting, maintaining monthly management accounts, and ensuring fiscal responsibility.• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including sales and technical departments, to efficiently address and resolve customer issues and improve service delivery.• Create and implement comprehensive short-term and long-term sales strategies, aligning them with shareholder expectations and market dynamics in South Africa.• Facilitate strategic alignment across executive teams, serving as a bridge between Chinese shareholders and South African Leadership teams, integrating cultural nuances to maintain a smooth flow of operations. Show less

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  Wepon pharmaceutical holdings group co.

  Apr 2020 - Nov 2024

  Led and directed operations of a 450-ton longline Atlantic Tuna fishing vessel, efficiently managing a 17-member crew harvesting 180 tons of fresh tuna annually.Achievements:🔸 Revamped the fishing vessel's performance, achieving a remarkable turnaround from zero revenue to establishing a robust cash flow asset generating $2 million annually.Responsibilities:► Sustained the vessel's economic viability, managing budgets, cash flow, costs, and strategic planning.► Formulated and implemented strategic decisions relating to operating, catch methods, and routes.► Negotiated the sale and transportation of harvested Tuna for distribution in US, Europe, and Asia. Show less Facilitated the development of 500 hectares of land, orchestrating property sales, investment opportunities, and land improvement initiatives.Responsibilities:► Managed the operations of a 1,200KL water reservoir and 1,100 m3/day sewage plant.► Collaborated with lawyers, engineers, and authorities on generating revenue from infrastructure projects.► Led and directed expansion initiatives, overseeing funding, contract tendering, and projects.► Resolved legacy issues tied to the original owners by negotiating debt settlements with creditors.► Addressed land encroachment breaches, and coordinated remediation initiatives. Show less

  • Managing Director | Fishing Operations

    Apr 2020 - Nov 2024

  • Managing Director | Property Development

    Apr 2020 - Nov 2024