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Overview
Work History
Education
Timeline
Other Courses Completed
Additional information
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Wietske Lambrechts

Wietske Lambrechts

Green Range,WA

Summary

Detailed-oriented and analytical logistics professional with 18 years of experience, ready to provide a strong skill set in data management, customer service, problem solving, system management to name a few.

Thrive to problem solve and create solutions to ensure smooth functioning systems.

Strong Technical Skills



Skills

  • Problem solver
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Strong work ethics
  • Data Management
  • MS Office Suite
  • Organisational Skills
  • Intricate Report writing experience
  • Strong Customer Service Skills
  • Complex logistical movements
  • Logistics planning and management
  • International Shipping Expertise
  • Customs and Excise Expertise
  • Commercial negotiation
  • Management Skills
  • Performance Appraisal Expertise

Personal Characteristics

  • Honest and Accountable
  • Diligent and Organised
  • Resilient and enthusiastic in all areas.
  • Focused and professional attitude.
  • Possessing the vision, drive and determination to succeed.
  • Flexible approach to working.
  • Can influence and communicate effectively across multiple sectors.
  • Easily adapt to change
  • Technologically competent

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

National Operations Manager - South Africa

HillebrandGori (A Company of DHL)
03.2016 - 07.2022
  • International Freight Forwarding Company focusing on beverage logistics.
  • Position entailed Managing an International Logistics Imports and Exports Operations Department with a team total of 67 personnel. 7 junior managers reporting directly into me.
  • Liaising with internal departments, warehousing, local offices, international offices, Government Departments, Service providers, customers etc.
  • Managed Internal IT systems and complete understanding of software as well as staying educated on all changes. Ability to support staff by monitoring application and ensuring cross training
  • Mastery of using reports and system shortcuts to provide timely information and analysis
  • Maintaining relationships with customers and 3rd party suppliers, vendors and other internal company department
  • Knowledge of INCOTERMS
  • Ensuring automated invoicing system for department are up to date and processed using accepted procedures
  • Knowledge of financial aspects including profitability of files for customers within area of responsibility
  • Builds relationships of trust and respect within the team through leading by example
  • Sharing of information and ongoing one to one training with team members
  • Application of knowledge and experience when addressing problems while taking critical information into account when making decisions
  • Timely and accurate feedback on management reports
  • Effective demonstration of judgment and knowledge of company's business, policies, and procedures
  • Effective communication with customers and colleagues, using appropriate style, language, and tone
  • Prompt attendance to customer requests and follow-ups to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Team member appraisal preparation and presentation

Expert - Backoffice Support

HillebrandGori (A Company of DHL) South Africa
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Provide reporting and data analysis expertise to Junior Management Operations Team in South Africa - Team total: 7
  • Draw up reports on a daily basis and provide support to Teams in South Africa
  • Weekly review of financial performance of department
  • Monthly financial reporting

Line Manager - Customs & Excise

HillebrandGori (A Company of DHL) South Africa
03.2014 - 02.2016
  • International Freight Forwarding Company focusing on beverage logistics.
  • Position entailed managing a team of 11 people responsible for the Customs and Excise documentation for the company.
  • Comprehensive understanding of Customs Act and Rules
  • Broad knowledge of sea freight exports and forwarding
  • Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise
  • Ability to manage a number of projects and initiatives simultaneously
  • Skilled at advanced level for operational programs within the company -

EasyClear, FLOW, Microsoft Office

  • Making sure that project deadlines are met
  • Supporting other departments within the company
  • Taking into account capacity and planning ahead accordingly
  • Implementing new processes and procedures

Sea Freight Exports Controller (General Cargo)

Kuehne + Nagel (Pty) Ltd
03.2011 - 02.2014
  • International Freight Forwarding Company focusing on general cargo logistics.
  • Position entailed relief Line Manager (Team Leader) when Line Manager on Maternity Leave
  • Knowledge of sea freight exports and forwarding (general cargo)
  • Ability to manage a number of projects and initiatives simultaneously
  • Excellent of knowledge of Excel and related specialist logistics software
  • Comprehensive understanding of Contract Law and Standard Transport Terms and Conditions
  • Extensive knowledge of the freight and transport industries
  • Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise
  • Identifying & delivering operational cost reduction
  • Making sure that project deadlines are met
  • Responsible for a team of 4 staff - temporary team leader
  • Managing supplier delivery performance and maintain supplier contracts
  • Developing robust processes & policies
  • Implementing new processes and procedures

Sea Freight Exports Controller (Beverages)

HillebrandGori (A Company of DHL)
01.2007 - 02.2011
  • International Freight Forwarding Company focusing on beverage logistics.
  • Position entailed effective communication between Supplier, Freight Forwarder, Consignee and Shipping Lines
  • Completing and filing compliance documentation for Sea freight Export shipments
  • Ensure that deadlines are met by means of effective communication
  • Excellent knowledge of export supply chain - including Governing bodies + Shipping Lines
  • Excellent knowledge of Wine-on-Line system + Customs documents
  • Updating all internal systems + external reports
  • Accurate invoicing and handing over of shipping documents
  • Implementing new processes and procedures

Export Co-Ordinator

Boland Cellar
01.2004 - 12.2006
  • Well renowned wine farm in South Africa
  • Position entailed bottling of International and National brands - Schedule with winemakers and bottling company
  • Managed Dry stock - Control, source, order, negotiate quotes for dry stock as well as lead times
  • Managed Labelling - Order and approval of labels for the international and national brands
  • Process documentation for exports, client communication
  • Certification - Presentation to Liquor Board before bottling (BG9)
  • Finished product certified at Wine & Spirits Board & Department of Agriculture (BG11)
  • International Wine Competitions Entries and Organising of accommodation etc
  • National Wine Shows - Represent cellar and facilitate tastings
  • Wine-on-Line (Department of Agriculture application system) forms an integral part of the daily activities in the office

School Bus Driver

MJ & TM Ramsden
11.2022 - 12.2024

Position entailed driving school bus daily during school term for pupils attending Lake King Primary School, Lake King, WA. (Wheatbelt)

Educational Assistant (EA)

Lake King Primary School
05.2023 - 12.2024

Position entailed providing relief EA services to Lake King Primary School in all grades offered; Kindergarten - Year 6

Had a Contracted position in Senior Room for six months for Term 3 & Term 4 of 2024.


Assisted the Principal with IT related tasks.

Assisted the Principal with data management reporting

Education

Management Development Programme - Executive Development - MDP Course

University of Stellenbosch Business School
Stellenbosch
01.2016

Diploma - Tourism

Boland College
Stellenbosch
01.2003

BSC - Food Science

University of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch
01.1999

MATRICULATED -

01.1998

Timeline

Educational Assistant (EA)

Lake King Primary School
05.2023 - 12.2024

School Bus Driver

MJ & TM Ramsden
11.2022 - 12.2024

Expert - Backoffice Support

HillebrandGori (A Company of DHL) South Africa
08.2022 - 11.2022

National Operations Manager - South Africa

HillebrandGori (A Company of DHL)
03.2016 - 07.2022

Line Manager - Customs & Excise

HillebrandGori (A Company of DHL) South Africa
03.2014 - 02.2016

Sea Freight Exports Controller (General Cargo)

Kuehne + Nagel (Pty) Ltd
03.2011 - 02.2014

Sea Freight Exports Controller (Beverages)

HillebrandGori (A Company of DHL)
01.2007 - 02.2011

Export Co-Ordinator

Boland Cellar
01.2004 - 12.2006

Diploma - Tourism

Boland College

BSC - Food Science

University of Stellenbosch

MATRICULATED -

Management Development Programme - Executive Development - MDP Course

University of Stellenbosch Business School

Other Courses Completed

  • Cape Wine Academy - Certificate
  • iLead Programme 2.0 My Role as a Manager @ HillebrandGori (a Company of DHL) (Flow Employee Engagement Simulation)
  • iLead Programme 2.0 Fueling Future Performance - Competencies Framework
  • HR Operator Selection - HillebrandGori (a Company of DHL)
  • HillebrandGori (A Company of DHL) Group Academy (Barcelona)

Additional information

WORKING WITH CHILDREN 

Yes 

Expiry 11/25

FIRST AID TRAINING 

Yes
PTD 

Yes

Community Involvement

Lake King P&C - School Uniform Co-Ordinator from June 2023 - July 2024

Lake King School - School Council Member - January 2024 - December 2024

Lakes Winter Sports - Catering Committee - Winter 2024

Lakes Winter Sports - Netball Coach (Sub-Juniors) - Winter 2024

Holt Rock Tennis Club - Appointed Secretary for 2024/2025 season (had to resign due to relocation)

Personal Information

South African ID Number: 8005040016082

Place of Birth: Vredendal, South Africa

Date of Birth: 05/04/80

Gender: Female

Driving License: LR

Marital Status: Married

Working rights in Australia - Valid 482 Visa

References

Employer:   MJ & TM Ramsden

Contact: Tammy Ramsden (Owner)

Location: Perth, Australia

Tel:  042 7757 094

Employer:   Lake King Primary School

Contact: Mr Dominic Daly (Principal)

Location: Lake King, Australia

Tel:  041 5747 485

Employer:   HillebrandGori (A company of DHL)

Contact: Rina Hertog (ex-Country Manager)  retired

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Tel:  +27 (0)82 577 4668

Work Availability

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Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Interests

Family Activities

Swimming

Tennis

Netball

Music

Arts

Outdoors

Wietske Lambrechts