Brendon Stoffels

Experience

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  Pick 'n Pay

  Jul 1995 - Dec 2000

  Trainee Manager

  A practical, hands-on programme where I spent time learning all areas of the business, from receiving inventory, fresh produce, perishables to cash office and floor management.

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  Woolworths

  Jan 2001 - Sept 2006

  Store Manager

  Responsible for the day-to-day running of store. Main aim was to maximise profit while minimising costs. Ensure promotions are accurate and merchandised to the company’s standards, management and staff fully versed on targets and excellent customer service standards were met.

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  Engen

  Oct 2006 - Dec 2014

  Responsible for researching the property market and existing network footprint, identify potential properties, negotiate and close business deals for the rental or purchase of new premises in line with Engen’s investment strategy and network plan as well as optimisation of assets for the region. I was required to achieve and exceed the category financial targets through the successful development and implementation of the category operating plan as well as cultivating, developing and maintaining vendor relationships in line with the business objectives. Responsible for retail sales & income of region managed, ensuring that agreed customer service and operational standards are achieved or exceeded, while at the same time managing costs within budget.

  • Retail Property Developer

    Jan 2013 - Dec 2014

  • Senior Category Manager

    Jun 2007 - Dec 2012

  • Regional Convenience Operations Manager

    Oct 2006 - May 2007
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  Broll Property Group (Pty) Ltd

  Jan 2015 - Jul 2015

  Senior Strategist: Occupier Services

  Advise on the strategic direction of corporate buildings occupied by Barclays Africa Group Limited (trading as Absa) as a place to do business, as a marketing tool and also as a significant financial investment. I essentially help Absa align its real estate assets to its business objectives in decisions that involve site analysis, leasing versus owning decisions, building acquisition and disposal, sale and leaseback deals and portfolio refinancing among others.

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  Sausage Saloon

  Oct 2015 - Jun 2017

  Franchisee

  Owned and operated two Sausage Saloon Franchise stores in the Greater Durban area. Responsibilities included overall profitability and risk, adherence to brand standards, driving promotional opportunities as well as all HR/IR matters.

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  Engen

  Aug 2016 - Apr 2021

  Responsible for retail sales & income of Division managed, ensuring that agreed customer service and operational standards are achieved or exceeded, while at the same time managing costs within budget. Responsible for researching the property market and existing network footprint, identify potential properties, negotiate and close business deals for the rental or purchase of new premises in line with Engen’s investment strategy and network plan as well as optimisation of assets for the region.

  • Senior Convenience Operations Manager

    Jul 2019 - Apr 2021

  • Retail Property Developer

    Aug 2016 - Jun 2019
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  Vivo Energy

  Apr 2021 - Sept 2023

  Retail Partner Alliances Manager

  I am required to drive the Convenience Retail (CR) strategy by exploring and bringing on board experienced and competent retail partners (International, Regional and Local) to the various Country business units and deploy their Retail Proposition in our CR shops to satisfy the shopper missions and ultimately scale up our CR income. I act as the leader in negotiating and managing the partnerships as well as facilitating joint venture opportunities with potential Retail Partners, at the same time adhering strictly to the Vivo Energy HSSE requirements. Countries in scope: 23 across Africa and approximately 2300 service stations either branded Shell or Engen. Show less

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  Bp

  Sept 2023 - now

  Merchandise and Convenience Partnerships Manager

  Responsible for the Merchandise Strategy through the management of the category team to develop Category Strategies, assortments and promotional activities across the bp Express and Pick n' Pay Express networks. This role monitors the overall implementation of category management targets covering demand, inventory management and waste management, warehouse, and distribution logistics. Oversee the implementation of partnership models for the various strategic partners (e.g., Retailers, QSR's and Omni - Channel partners: Uber Eats/Mr D)) including legal, commercial, and operational requirements. Show less