PROFILE
Detail-oriented, versatile, and
dedicated professional with
comprehensive experience in
Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain
operations and Order management.
Known for analytical problem-solving
and critical thinking aptitudes. Unique
‘out of the box' thinker. Effective
communicator. Technically proficient
with Microsoft applications, various
accounting software, WMS systems,
and Inventory planning software.
Known for working effectively with all
levels of management in a cross-
multifunction team environment.
Adept in implementing best practices
and using continuous improvement
tools. Strong leadership and
organizational talents. Skilled in
budgeting with an in-depth
understanding of financial
information. Excellent reputation for
resolving problems and improving
customer satisfaction.
CONTACT
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NETASJA
OPPERMAN
REGIONAL SUPPLY CHAIN AND PROCUREMENT MANAGER
EDUCATION
University of South Africa
2007 - 2011
Bachelor’s degree, Business Administration and Management ASQ
In Progress - To complete June 2025
Green Belt Six Sigma Certification
WORK EXPERIENCE
SIPA North America Inc
Regional Supply Chain and Procurement Manager
Jun, 2011 - Present
Atlanta GA - Hybrid
● Management of Customer Service Department, Order Management, Procurement and Warehousing Activities for Industrial Machine Spare Parts.
● Management of 3PL
● Management of all Logistics within the region
● Development and Control of Service Metrics and KPI’s
● Development of policies and procedures to improve efficiency productivity and increase revenues
● Collaborate with HQ in Italy and other regions to establish stock levels. Annual reviews for obsolete and slow-moving stock.
● Source and mange local suppliers with focus on costs and reliability
● Management of “Machine Down” situations to source, expedite parts required locally and internationally
● Project management for the selection of 3Pl and re-location of warehouse
● Identification of new revenue sources and cost cutting activities
● Management of import and export activities to and from Canada, Europe, China and South America
● Regular stock level, lead time and quality reviews to ensure timely adjustments and responses to changing market conditions.
Career Hi-lights
● Increased Offer Conversion
rates with 10%
● Met or exceeded Revenue
budget consistently for 13
years
● Used Microsoft Excel to
develop task tracking,
productivity measurement
and KPI goals
● 3PL Strategy, project
management, supplier
selection and implementation
● Strategic sourcing of partners
reducing international transit
times by 2 days
● Lead a Kaizen initiative that
approved 3PL KPI’s across the
board
● Identified new revenue
stream of $100k+ p.a. that
simultaneously reduced the
number of ‘emergency’
orders
● Introduced a process to
reduce slow moving and
obsolete stock prior to write
off
● Initiated a company strategy
to maximize the commercial
value of stock items otherwise
only sold to existing customer
base
● Increased customer
satisfaction rate from Poor to
Excellent
● Implemented processes that
reduced response times to
customer requests from 24
hours to 2 hours
● Maintained a 98% revenue
forecasting accuracy
● Highest customer retention
rate for 6 years
● Implemented a mentorship
program
● Consistent highest billable
hours
● Increased recall revenues by
300%
● Increased technician bill rates
by 30%
● Reduced travel costs by 10%
Kellock Management Consulting LLC
VP Operations
Jan 2008 - May 2011
● Due Diligence Investigation Management
● Business Plans
● Client on-boarding
● Tax Advice and Planning
● Forecasting
● Analysis of audit information and improvement
recommendations
● Reviewed budgets, capital appropriations and operating budgets
● Helped clients navigate interactions with tax authorities and legal concerns related to financial matters
● Workload Prioritization
● Legal, Rick and Compliance officer
● HR management
The Bookkeeping Center LLC
Sr. Management Consultant
Apr 2005 - Dec 2007
● Preparation and Analysis of Annual Financial Statements
● Compilation of Audit Reports
● Preparation and scrutiny of Statutory returns
● Preparation and submission of Management Accounts
● Budgets and Cash flow forecasts
● Inventory management - Audits and Bills of materials
● Multi-currency Accounting - Intercompany accounts
● Reconciled balance sheets
● Handled month-end and year end closing activities
● Partnered with auditors on annual audits and realized compliance with government tax guidelines
● Support clients in demand forecast modelling, supplier management, BOM and cost management
● Managed team of 5 accounting staff
SKILLS
Customer Service Strategy
Financial Statements Negotiation
Budgeting Project Management
WMS Software Business Plans
Strategic Sourcing Legal, Risk and compliance
Payroll Statutory returns
Bank Reconciliations (Up to 36k
transactions)
Account Reconciliations
Accruals Cashflow Statements
General Ledger Chart of Accounts
Inventory Accounting Inventory management
Profit and Loss Statements Sales and Use Tax
Income Tax Preparation Accounting Software (QuickBooks, Peachtree, Oracle, Pastel, Sage
Google Suite - MS Office
(Excel/Word/PowerPoint) + Microsoft
365)
ERP Software – Oracle, Diapason,
Sage
Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable
Month / Year End Closing Audit Prep and Reporting
Inventory Forecasting Process Improvement
SLA’s Demand Forecast
Metric Reporting Business Analysis