Paul Jacobs

Experience

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  Ranbaxy

  Jan 2003 - Nov 2011

  Group Logistics Controller

  I managed the complete logistics function for Ranbaxy SA group that included Be-Tabs and Sonke Pharmaceuticals, job functions include procurement management, production management (demand and supply of locally produced finished goods and also demand and supply of offsite manufactured finished goods and raw materials), inventory management, distribution and warehouse management (management of 3PL partner), Production planning formed an intricate part of this function especially with Sonke Pharmaceuticals as production were done by two independent manufacturers Sanofi Aventis (Winthrop) and Be-Tabs, I was very hands on with the production planning as to ensure continuous supply of product to ensure orders were met. Show less

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  Norcros SA - Johnson Tiles / TAL / Tile Africa

  Dec 2011 - Feb 2013

  Logistics Manager

  I managed the Logistics function for Norcros SA group that includes Johnson Tiles, TAL, Nortec and Tile Africa, job functions include Warehouse and Distribution Management, Inventory management, I’m actively involved in the production planning phases for Johnson Tiles and TAL to ensure continuous supply. I managed a compliment of 9 Supervisors and 50 staff members in the Logistics department, I am the management representative on health and safety for Johnson Tiles(OHS act 16.2), and form part of the TAL executive management team. Show less

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  GlaxoSmithKline

  Apr 2013 - Oct 2014

  Logistics Controller / Planner

  Logistics stream analysis, manages 3rd Party logistics providers, predict and enhance supply and logistics processes, inventory management, value chain analysis and demand planning

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  Imperial Logistics

  Dec 2014 - Sept 2017

  Achieve budgeted Revenue and Profits targets.Manage the logistics function and all related resources for single/multiple accountsEnsure sound customers and client relations are established and maintained.Oversee the financial performance of the operations.Manage human resources.Maintain a safe and reliable fleet, equipment and working environment.Strategic and operations responsibilities.Financial control and profitability performance.Management standards and improvements in operational performance.Risk Management.Management of staff and a fleet of vehicles.Asset Management.Procurement ManagementMaintenance and improvement of service standards.Develop and implement strategic and operational responsibility Show less Achieve budgeted Revenue and Profits targets.Manage the logistics function and all related resources for single/multiple accountsEnsure sound customers and client relations are established and maintained.Oversee the financial performance of the operations.Manage human resources.Maintain a safe and reliable fleet, equipment and working environment.Strategic and operations responsibilities.Financial control and profitability performance.Management standards and improvements in operational performance.Risk Management.Management of staff and a fleet of vehicles.Asset Management.Procurement ManagementMaintenance and improvement of service standards.Develop and implement strategic and operational responsibility Show less

  • Transport Manager

    Aug 2015 - Sept 2017

  • Depot Manager / Operations manager

    Dec 2014 - Jul 2015
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  Coldsure Distribution Services

  Oct 2017 - Dec 2017

  Continuous Improvement Manager

  Ensure the implementation of and adherence to risk protocolsEnsure preventative maintenance is executed to the required standard timeouslyEnsure optimization and alignment of all resources, systems and processesPro-active involvement in issues that could have an impact or financial risk to the company Facilitating continuous performance improvement against key Risk indicatorsImplementing and facilitating innovative action steps to address underperformance against KPI's.Analyse operational information daily and follow up on discrepancies and/or solve problemsOversee accident/incident investigationsConduct regular quality audits on processes and documentation within the operationEnsure legal compliance within the various operationsMake recommendations to ensure that business processes/ best practices are maintainedOccupational Health and SafetyNeed to have a close eye on internal and external investigations, to ensure stock losses is kept to the minimum through daily investigationsTheft / misappropriation of company products investigations and immediate actionMonitor the financial performance of the operationCosts are within budgeted parametersManage Fuel costAgreed growth levels are achieved on the various accounts, financial policies, procedures and deadlines are adhered to, including timeously submitted and checked Purchase ordersManage Driver Shorts and acknowledgement of debt issued and recovered immediatelyCompliance with SLA conditionsDocuments and processes comply with the organization’s quality management requirementsEnsure measures are in place to identify and manage risks on the various accountsMonitor costs by analysing cost allocations, identifying discrepancies and implementing cost saving strategiesAnalyse current processes, with continuous improvement and operational cost saving in mind Show less