Tshepiso R.
Senior Supply Chain and Logistics Manager
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About
Tshepiso R. is an accomplished Operations Manager with over 16 years of hands-on experience in supply chain management, logistics, and operational leadership across private, NGO, healthcare, telecommunications, security, commodities trading, and FMCG sectors. At Ezintsha, part of the Wits Health Consortium, she shaped organisation-wide strategy, optimised SOPs, strengthened financial governance, and spearheaded risk management for clinical research operations. Previously, as Regional Logistics Manager at G4S, she directed logistics and procurement for over 350 sites, leading a workforce of 4,500 and managing P&L for multimillion-rand budgets. At XLink Communications, she oversaw national POS logistics and process compliance, while at Trafigura, she managed oil product supply chains and contracts regionally and internationally. Her earlier roles included logistics, warehousing, and inventory management at Distell. Tshepiso R. is skilled in procurement, P&L oversight, process improvement, and compliance, applying advanced ERP and analytics tools to deliver sustainable operational excellence.
Experience
Operations Manager
Ezintsha, a division of Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Ltd · 2024 — 2025Supported and shaped the organisational strategy alongside the Executive Director and Senior Team, aligning annual and operational performance plans with strategic objectives. Reviewed and standardised SOPs to enhance operational efficiency and compliance. Managed daily functions across Operations, Finance, HR, and shared services, while driving change management and implementing corrective action plans. Developed the Monitoring & Evaluation framework to improve accountability and performance tracking.Regional Logistics Manager
G4S, An Allied Universal® Company · 2022 — 2023Oversaw logistics, procurement, fleet, and asset management across the region. Ensured compliance by managing leases, relocations, service contracts, and office safety standards. Engaged in supplier management and conducted contract negotiations to optimize service agreements. Maintained strict cost controls by monitoring budgets and financial processes while supervising a substantial regional workforce.National Logistics Manager (Whole of RSA)
XLink Communications (a wholly owned Vodacom entity) · 2014 — 2021Directed nationwide logistics for POS telecommunications services, managing stock levels, repairs, and distribution operations. Collaborated with Sales and Operations teams to ensure stock availability aligned with demand forecasting. Drove business improvements through the development of SOPs and detailed operational reports for leadership review.Supply Chain and Logistics Oil Operator
Trafigura Services · 2011 — 2013Managed the end-to-end supply chain for refined oil products across various markets, including shipping logistics and wholesale distribution activities. Reviewed trading contracts to ensure compliance and mitigate operational risks while collaborating closely with the Finance Department for accurate operational data management.Logistics Clerk (Intern)
Distell (Merger of Heineken South Africa) · 2010 — 2011Gained practical experience in logistics and warehouse administration, supporting material replenishment and stock control. Assisted in invoice reconciliation and inventory management, participating in production planning and compliance audits to enhance operational efficiency.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Technology degree in LogisticsTshwane University of Technology · 2007 — 2010
- Certificate in ManagementTshwane University of Technology · 2006 — Present
- Senior CertificateRiverside High School · 2001 — 2005
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