Thursday, 15 October, 2026
Conrad van der Riet
+27814577242
Cape Town 
Seasoned Procurement & Supply Chain leader with 20+ years driving global sourcing, logistics and supplier performance - including 12 years in pharmaceutical manufacturing procurement. I deliver faster, leaner supply chains and measurable cost wins. Seeking senior procurement or operations roles in the Western Cape.
I turn complex supply chains into competitive advantage: negotiate tougher deals, fix import and freight bottlenecks and build high‑performing teams that execute reliably under pressure.
Core Strengths
- Global sourcing & negotiation - secure supply, reduce risk, improve margins
- Customs, import & freight mastery - clearances and logistics that keep product moving
- Cost optimisation - disciplined supplier management and contract renegotiation
- ERP procurement workflows - streamline purchasing, approvals and inventory control
- Operational leadership - hands‑on manager who develops teams and enforces process
Target Roles
Procurement, Supply Chain, Buying, Operations - ideally within wine, FMCG, food manufacturing or pharma-adjacent sectors.
Location & Availability
Cape Town based. Available immediately.
Ready to add procurement muscle and operational discipline to your team - let’s connect.