Leysan Breytenbach

Company Overview: FridgeWize is a U.S.-based leader in energy efficiency, specializing in commercial refrigeration optimization for major grocery and retail chains.I was initially hired as a Project Coordinator and later expanded into invoicing and payment operations for a large-scale client project.

• Managed client invoicing and vendor payments in alignment with project budgets and contract terms, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Handled detailed billing for technician labor hours and parts used on-site, ensuring all costs were properly recorded and approved before invoicing.
• Cross-checked vendor records and internal documentation to verify completed work and confirm deliverables before processing payments.
• Maintained close communication with field teams to track project progress and ensure job completion matched invoicing milestones.
• Streamlined the invoicing process by implementing a new tracking system that improved billing accuracy, reduced delays, and lowered admin costs.
• Collaborated with finance during month-end close, run AdHoc reports as required by Management.

Company Overview: TAG Solutions is a UAE-based armored vehicle manufacturer. The United Nations was one of the company’s largest clients, and I served as project coordinator overseeing full-cycle support from production to delivery and post-sale service.

• Coordinated logistics, manufacturing timelines, and administrative workflows for UN-related contracts.
• Managed inventory levels and facilitated communication across departments to support timely production and shipment.
• Maintained close communication with both internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure clarity and alignment throughout all project phases.
• Provided regular progress reports to leadership and key client representatives, helping maintain transparency and trust.
• Supported budgeting and delivery scheduling to keep projects on time and cost-efficient.
• Assisted with aftersales support and documentation, ensuring client satisfaction beyond delivery.
• Collaborated with staff to resolve operational issues and improve team performance under tight deadlines.

Company Overview: STREIT Group is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of armored vehicles, with global operations and a diverse workforce.

• Maintained HR records for approximately 500 employees across 3 different branches, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and secure documentation.
• Processed payroll and supported employee lifecycle needs including recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding.
• Handled visa applications, renewals, and government-related processes for all employees, maintaining close coordination with UAE government offices.
• Secured housing accommodations for relocated employees and facilitated their smooth transition into the region.
• Renewed the company’s trade license annually and ensured all legal and regulatory filings were completed on time.
• Conducted internal compliance audits and coordinated staff training and development programs.
• Organized team-building events and supported cross-departmental hiring strategies.
• Provided exit interviews and strategic HR feedback to leadership to improve organizational structure and employee satisfaction.