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Tayranne Carlo Strauss

Tayranne Carlo Strauss

Oranjemund

Summary

Dynamic Site Manager at Omatemba with a proven track record in procurement management and team leadership. Successfully optimized fleet operations, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. Skilled in quality control and budget management, I excel at developing strategies that drive operational success and foster strong supplier relationships.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Site Manager

Omatemba (Eqstra Fleet services)
Oranjemund
02.2021 - Current
  • Oversaw maintenance operations for Heavy Commercial Vehicles and Light Delivery Vehicle fleet.
  • Oversaw all procurement processes for Namdeb Heavy Commercial and LDV operations.
  • Facilitated procurement processes by coordinating with subject matter experts.
  • Coordinated various SMEs within Omatemba to provide exceptional service in maintaining the NAMDEB fleet.
  • Directed management of fleet assets under NamDeb agreement.
  • Evaluated expenditures associated with maintenance and substitutions.
  • Coordinated weekly progress updates and meetings with NAMDEB Engineer and Foreman.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with contracted SMEs for client contract alignment.
  • Finding compliant SMEs nationally, where not locally available, to procure products and services for Omatemba's mining clients.
  • Managed vehicle utilization through kilometer tracking for optimal use.
  • Managed projects aligned with NAMDEB's requirements.
  • Maintaining an effective relationship with suppliers.
  • Maintaining a relationship with NamDeb.
  • I am also the 16.2 B for the Namdeb contract (SHEQ). A CC2 legal responsible person for the safety and health of Omatemba and all the contractors contracted with us for NamDeb.
  • Conducted risk assessments, implementing mitigation strategies to minimize project delays.
  • Utilized project management software to track project progress, budget, and resource allocation.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Inspected and evaluated the physical condition of procured goods to comply with safety, quality, and service requirements.
  • Developed contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges, minimizing impact on operations.

Parts Administrator (Interventions of Earth Moving

Komatsu Namibia
Oranjemund
03.2020 - 01.2021
  • Organized intervention needs for machinery.
  • Managed components inventory.
  • Coordinated directly with clients regarding requirements for mining equipment.
  • Collaborate with Komatsu Africa for machinery components replenishment.
  • Prepare expense projections for planned interventions.
  • Conducted routine client meetings to address feedback on completed tasks.
  • Created purchase orders for new parts required for inetrventions.

Relief Teller

Bank Windhoek Main Branch
Windhoek
01.2020 - 02.2020
  • Serving customers by completing account transactions.
  • Providing account services to customers by receiving deposits and loan payments, issuing savings withdrawals
  • Cross-selling bank products by answering inquiries, informing customers of new services and product promotions, ascertaining customers’ needs, and directing customers to a branch representative.
  • Reconciling cash drawer by proving cash transactions, counting and packaging currency and coins
  • Contributing to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
  • Maintained confidentiality of all customer records and information according to company policies.
  • Performed transactional, operational, and customer support tasks through knowledge of bank procedures and products.

Treasurer

Namibian Students Society of the University of the Western Cape (NAMSUWC)
Cape Town
11.2017 - 11.2018
  • Planning and establishing the annual budget.
  • Receive and record contributions, charges, and levies payable to the society.
  • Keep books of account, and prepare a budget.
  • Plan and execute the executive committee introductory event.
  • Plan and execute the NAMSUWC open/exposure day.
  • Developed and implemented policies to ensure responsible fiscal management.
  • Implemented new procedures to improve internal controls over finances.
  • Reviewed accounts payable and receivable activities to ensure accuracy of financial transactions.

Purchase Manager

Dimensions Properties cc
Windhoek
01.2011 - 11.2012
  • Managing suppliers, supplies, and developing purchasing strategies that meet the budget and other operational requirements of the company.
  • Buying the best quality products and services at the best price.
  • Ensuring that required materials were ordered on time.
  • Determining the quantity and timing of deliveries.
  • Assisted in resolving supply chain problems such as backorders, delayed shipments.
  • Developed strategies for cost reductions, improved inventory control and increased efficiency.
  • Maintained effective relationship with suppliers.

Education

BCom - Management And Industrial Psychology

University of The Western Cape
Cape Town
12-2018

Skills

  • Quality control
  • Cost estimation
  • Procurement Management
  • Team leadership
  • Budget management
  • Procedures development
  • Technical proficiency
  • Managing operations and efficiency
  • Estimating
  • Cost control

References

  • Christine De Bruyn, General Manager, Omatemba, Namibia, +264 811 246 480
  • Ms. Elizabeth Kambonde, Contract Foreman, NamDeb Service Level Controller, +264 81 277 1243, Elizabeth.Kambonde@namdeb.com
  • Mr. Festus Johannes, Engineer Manager, Namdeb Section Engineer, and Contract Manager, +264 811 631 521, Festus.Johannes@namdeb.com
  • Mr. Neville Fisch, Supervisor, Komatsu Namibia, +264 81 6113469, +264 63 235 319, Neville.Fisch@komatsu.com.na
  • Ms. Marjory Erasmus, branch administrator at Bank Windhoek Main Branch, +264 811 442 844, +264 (0) 814 213 329, ErasmusM@bankwindhoek.com.na
  • Dr. Marlin Hoffman, Lecturer for Finance for Small to Medium Enterprises, Department of Economics and Management Sciences, University of the Western Cape, +27 (0)78 321 2307, mjhoffman@uwc.ac.za
  • Tolla Strauss, Managing Director, Dimensions Property, +264 81 421 3329, tollastrauss@gmail.com

Accomplishments

  • Received the circle of excellence award from the Umbrella company, Eqstra South Africa 2024

Timeline

Site Manager

Omatemba (Eqstra Fleet services)
02.2021 - Current

Parts Administrator (Interventions of Earth Moving

Komatsu Namibia
03.2020 - 01.2021

Relief Teller

Bank Windhoek Main Branch
01.2020 - 02.2020

Treasurer

Namibian Students Society of the University of the Western Cape (NAMSUWC)
11.2017 - 11.2018

Purchase Manager

Dimensions Properties cc
01.2011 - 11.2012

BCom - Management And Industrial Psychology

University of The Western Cape

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