Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Languages
References
Timeline
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Francois Kuhn

Francois Kuhn

Singleton,WA

Summary

With over 30 years'+ experience in Business Delivery, Readiness, Organizational Change Management, Learning and Development, Human Resource Development, across top-tier companies like Tronox, Shoprite Group of Companies, Anglo Platinum, Anglo American, and Massmart.

Dedicated to continuous process improvement in dynamic markets, highlighting my proactive leadership, management skills, and commitment to delivering results.

I excel in leading successful project implementations with sustainable cost savings and process improvements.

I specialize in client relations, negotiation, managing multiple projects, problem-solving, and effective communication.

Currently focusing on establishing the Business-As-Usual Readiness sprints/ tasks and Business Continuity Plan at Tronox, KPP - SAP S4 Hana - Business Transformation Program (PMO).

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Business-As-Usual Readiness Lead

MAC Consulting
Kwinana, WA
02.2024 - Current

Support the Regional and Program Team on the Business Transformation Program:

  • Effectively communicate project updates, milestones, and upcoming activities to business leaders for alignment with project goals and objectives.
  • Manage and oversee all required BAU preparation activities
  • Effectively coordinated the allocation of resources to support project deliverables under the guidance of business leaders and project functional teams
  • Facilitate business units' comprehension of project requirements and help them identify their specific needs and contributions.
  • Facilitated open communication between the project team and key business stakeholders to ensure that their needs and concerns were addressed during all stages of the project lifecycle.
  • Successfully identified and addressed risks and issues while developing risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
  • BCP - Ensuring business resilience within the Business Continuity process. Coordinating response strategies and maintaining continuity protocols to protect operations from disruptions.

Business Readiness Manager

Shoprite Group of Companies
Brackenfell, South Africa
06.2022 - 01.2024

The main purpose of Business Readiness is to empower Business Units to take ownership of operational readiness and oversee its seamless execution across cross-functional projects, ensuring sustainable and embedded change deployment.

  • Managed readiness standards and efficiencies for operational consistency.
  • Participated in designing business readiness models, deliverables, and frameworks.
  • Collaborated closely with teams and stakeholders to execute readiness within budget and resources.

Business Delivery Lead

Shoprite Group of Companies
Brackenfell, South Africa
04.2019 - 05.2022

SAP S/4 Hanna: Training and Content Development

MassMart
Durban, KZN, South Africa
10.2018 - 03.2019

SAP Fiori/ MIM Retail Training Consultant

Shoprite Group of Companies
Brackenfell, South Africa
04.2018 - 09.2018

SAP Successfactors LMS Project Lead

Anglo American
Johannesburg, South Africa
06.2014 - 09.2015

HRD Coordinator ELearning

Anglo Platinum
Rustenburg, North West Province, South Africa
01.2003 - 05.2014

Education

SAP MM Certification - Information Technology

SAPSA
South Africa
08-2003

National Diploma - Marketing

Pretoria Technicon
Pretoria, South Africa
12-1994

Senior Certificate -

Afrikaans Hoer Seunskool
Pretoria, South Africa
12-1990

Skills

  • Family Support
  • Needs Assessment
  • Service planning
  • Case Management
  • Time Management
  • Professionalism
  • File Management
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Time management abilities
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Relationship Building
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Reliability
  • Written Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Dedicated support
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Active Listening
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Self Motivation
  • Decision-Making
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Effective Communication
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Team Collaboration
  • Task Prioritization
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail

Accomplishments

  • Professional Selling Skills - SAB
  • Certification of Competence - SAB Silver Award - SAB
  • Project 4 million Award - SAB Sales Academy - SAB
  • SAP Quality Awards Gold Winner - Shoprite
  • Tech Connect - Shoprite
  • Living the Values - Shoprite IT Values - Shoprite

Affiliations

  • Physical Fitness: Maintain a regular exercise routine, which includes activities like walking, swimming, to stay physically fit and healthy.
  • Continuous Learning: Enroll in online courses or self-study programs to broaden knowledge and skills beyond my professional expertise.
  • Travel and Exploration: Enjoy exploring new cultures and destinations, both domestically and internationally, to broaden perspectives and gain new experiences.
  • Family Time: Dedicate quality time to family activities and gatherings, fostering strong bonds and creating lasting memories.
  • Mentoring: Actively mentor and coach individuals, both within and outside of my professional network, to support their personal and professional growth.

Languages

English
Professional
Afrikaans
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Business-As-Usual Readiness Lead

MAC Consulting
02.2024 - Current

Business Readiness Manager

Shoprite Group of Companies
06.2022 - 01.2024

Business Delivery Lead

Shoprite Group of Companies
04.2019 - 05.2022

SAP S/4 Hanna: Training and Content Development

MassMart
10.2018 - 03.2019

SAP Fiori/ MIM Retail Training Consultant

Shoprite Group of Companies
04.2018 - 09.2018

SAP Successfactors LMS Project Lead

Anglo American
06.2014 - 09.2015

HRD Coordinator ELearning

Anglo Platinum
01.2003 - 05.2014

SAP MM Certification - Information Technology

SAPSA

National Diploma - Marketing

Pretoria Technicon

Senior Certificate -

Afrikaans Hoer Seunskool
Francois Kuhn