Bobby Van Rensburg

• Developed and implemented global sourcing strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Analyzed market trends to identify potential sourcing opportunities and risks.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align sourcing initiatives with organizational goals.
• Led cost-reduction initiatives through strategic supplier selection and negotiation processes.
• Managed supplier relationships to foster collaboration and enhance product quality.
• Optimized global sourcing strategies through comprehensive market research and analysis of industry trends.
• Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers to improve cash flow management for the organization.
• Managed complex international logistics operations, ensuring timely delivery of sourced materials and products.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of trade regulations and compliance requirements, mitigating potential legal issues related to global sourcing activities.
• Spearheaded strategic partnerships with key suppliers to foster collaboration and drive mutual growth opportunities.
• Developed requests for proposal and issued requests for quotes to support sourcing efforts.
• Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
• Analyzed market and delivery systems to assess present and future materials availability.

• Led sales team to exceed quarterly targets through strategic planning and performance management.
• Developed training programs to enhance product knowledge and selling techniques among staff.
• Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities and adjust sales strategies accordingly.
• Fostered strong relationships with key clients, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
• Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
• Managed key accounts with strategic planning and relationship building, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business.
• Developed comprehensive product knowledge, enabling tailored solutions for clients'' specific needs.
• Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities, leading to expansion into profitable territories.
• Spearheaded launch of new products, conducting market research and guiding development team on customer needs.
• Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.

HIGH EXPLOSIVES MANUAFCTURING

- RDX, TNT, C4,CH6, DESENSITIZED HIGH EXPLOSIVES INCLUDING MELTCAST PRODUCTS

QUALITY CONTROL HE PLANT

TRAINING SUPERINTENDANT

R&D AND DEVELOPMENT OF SMALL CALIBER PROPELLANTS

- SINGLE, DOUBLE AND TRIPLE BASE ALONG WITH NITRAMINES

PROJECT LEAD ON DEVELOPMENT OF 5.56MM CASELESS AMMUNITION

PROELLANT DEVELOPMENT AND QUALIFICATION FOR 105MMM AND 76MM

COMBUSTIBLE CASE AMMUNITION FOR 105 AND 76 MM AMMO

QUALIFICATION OF PROPELLANT FOR 20, 25 AND 35MM AMMUNITION