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Ula C. — Senior Shipping and Purchasing Supervisor from South Africa

Ula C.

Senior Shipping and Purchasing Supervisor

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Ula C. is an accomplished administrative and logistics professional with more than 20 years of experience in procurement, shipping coordination, and import/export administration. Over the years, she has honed her skills in key roles such as Shipping & Purchasing Supervisor at TNV Plastics (Pty) Ltd, where she managed stock and dealt with customs inspections, and as Engineering Workshop Administrator, where she compiled monthly maintenance reports within IATF-16949 standards. Ula also served as an Import/Export Administrator at Bidvest Paperplus Africa (Pty) Ltd, focusing on road, air, and sea freight as well as client negotiations across Africa. Her proficiency in SAP MRP, supplier liaison, and stock control have made her a reliable figure in industries ranging from manufacturing to healthcare, demonstrated through her experience as a caregiver at Oasis Training Centre with certifications in geriatric care. Her robust administrative background is complemented by experience in office management at companies like Compuware Corporation Inc. and her earlier leadership role as a Personal Assistant to the MD for Lithotech Labels, where she was pivotal in project coordination and client liaison.

Experience

  • Shipping & Purchasing Supervisor

    TNV Plastics (Pty) Ltd · 2021 — 2025
    Overseeing the Rebate Store concerning stock management and customs inspections. Compiling monthly reports on shipments and purchases. Handling the procurement of raw materials and maintenance supplies adhering to IATF-16949 standards. Managing MRP functions on SAP while coordinating with clearing agents and transporters for timely deliveries. Facilitating the renewal of Rebate Permits with ITAC and issuing SADC Certificates.

  • Engineering Workshop Administrator

    TNV Plastics (Pty) Ltd · 2024 — 2025
    Developing and executing the Maintenance Schedule for the workshop. Recording and issuing Job Cards for the maintenance team. Maintaining a list of critical spares and participating in daily Production Ops Meetings to oversee maintenance team activities. Generating monthly maintenance reports and budgeting for mechanical and electrical teams.

  • Caregiver (Geriatric Care)

    Oasis Training Centre · 2020 — 2021
    Completed Home Based Care Course, Dementia Training, First Aid Level 1, and COVID-19 Training.

  • Import / Export Administrator

    Bidvest Paperplus Africa (Pty) Ltd · 2011 — 2018
    Conducting Import/Export Administration across Road, Air, and Sea Freight. Issuing SADC Certificates and managing customer service interactions both locally and internationally. Engaging in procurement activities and special projects while negotiating Letters of Credit and managing stock control, invoicing, and dispatch processes.

  • Sales Support

    Rand Data Forms (Pty) Ltd · 2008 — 2011
    Managing stock levels and facilitating client liaison while providing sales support and general administrative assistance. Involved in procurement activities.

  • Administration Manager

    Compuware Corporation Inc. · 2007 — 2008
    Coordinating the administration of the Marketing Department and managing travel arrangements. Handling procurement tasks and overseeing facilities management while supervising administrative staff.

  • Executive Assistant / Project Co-ordinator

    SIS Global · 2006 — 2007
    Managing specific projects for Adcorp clients while serving as the Executive Assistant to the Group Head. Handling procurement, timesheet management, and general office management. Organizing meetings, functions, and workshops and preparing presentations.

  • PA to the News Editor

    The Citizen · 2006 — 2006
    Overseeing the News Editor's office operations, including diary management, meeting coordination, and screening of calls. Assisting in the management of journalists and handling public correspondence. Implementing filing systems and managing travel arrangements, events, and monthly reporting.

  • Business Owner

    Self Employed · 2005 — 2006

  • Personal Assistant to MD – Project Management

    Lithotech Labels A Division of Bidvest Paperplus (Pty) Ltd · 1996 — 2005
    Involved in procurement for tenders and raw materials. Typing confidential correspondence and compiling a technical label training manual. Contributing articles for the company magazine and writing ISO9001 accreditation procedures. Estimating and designing dies while coordinating major printing projects and managing accounts.

  • Regional Sales Secretary

    Barlan Forms (Pty) Ltd · 1995 — 1996
    Preparing budget reports and handling procurement tasks. Typing quotes for sales representatives and managing confidential correspondence. Compiling sales reports and providing support to the Group Managing Director.

  • Girl Friday

    Delta T Bellows (Pty) Ltd · 1993 — 1995
    Carrying out general office administration along with warehousing and distribution tasks. Managing stock takes and handling invoicing, credit control, and banking activities.

  • Girl Friday

    Korean Trade Centre (KOTRA) · 1992 — 1993
    Providing general office administration, arranging meetings and venues, and managing meeting minutes. Coordinating delegations for trade and engaging with ambassadors.

  • Student Position

    Barlan Forms (Pty) Ltd · 1989 — 1992

Skills & Expertise

Supply ChainSDRCRMPhotoshop ExpertProduct DesignSales Support

Education

  • N4 – Public Relations
    Roodepoort Technical College · — — 1992