STEPHEN (STEVE) ANTHONY WILSON
Atlasville,South Africa
Summary
A driven and resolute professional with strong leadership and management skills, adept at logistics management, marketing and sales. Demonstrates initiative, independence, and a process-minded approach to planning and execution. Proven expertise in supplier optimisation, budgetary control, staff development, and demand-driven planning. Committed to honest communication and building effective relationships.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Operations Director
Wilton International Trading
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2023 - 06.2025
- Responsible for all operational functions within the company, including but not limited to:
- I) Responsible for protection and safeguarding of company Intellectual Property.
- Ii) Jointly responsible for overall company profitability.
- Iii) Planning and co-ordination of container packing.
- Iv) Planning of collections and deliveries to packing teams in Johannesburg / Cape Town / Durban.
- V) Consulting with clients / suppliers and overseas partners.
- Vi) Building of client base.
- Vii) Compiling quotes for customers and overseas partners.
- Viii) Overseeing packing and crating where required.
- Ix) Management of operational requirements such as completion and submissions of ITAC Applications for export permits, obtaining samples for testing to ascertain asbestos levels and subsequent submission to Asbestos Analytical Services.
- X) Overseeing mechanical repairs in the event of asbestos parts being identified and replaced.
- Xi) Management and on-site training of three staff members.
- Xii) Maintenance of Profit levels.
- Xiii) Inspections of classic and vintage motor vehicles and classic car collections.
- Xiv) Procurement of new stock for sales and export.
- Xv) Development of relationships with major car collectors.
- Xvi) Sourcing of new and retention of existing clients.
- Xvii) Attending classic motor shows to extend company presence in the industry.
- Xviii) Ensuring best pricing of services offered to clients.
- Xix) Any other tasks which may be necessary to see to the seamless running of the company.
Operations Manager - Cape Town
Wilton International Trading
Cape Town, South Africa
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Cape Town Development Manager
- I) Area Development Manager.
- Ii) Building of Cape Town client base.
- Iii) Planning and co-ordination of container packing.
- Iv) Planning of collections and deliveries from and to Cape Town.
- V) Submission of ITAC and asbestos testing.
- Vi) Consulting with new and existing clients.
Senior operations manager
Ruslamere Hotel and Spa
Cape Town, South Africa
03.2019 - 09.2020
- Company Overview: (4 Star)
- Second in charge to the Executive Chef, stock control, HR including scheduling and disciplinary procedures, hygiene and sanitation control, food quality, hot pass, and preparation work within the line.
- Manage a staff of twenty, A la Carte Service 7 days a week as well as larger scale conferencing.
- (4 Star)
Front of House Operations Manager
Pigalle
Cape Town, South Africa
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Daily control of the 400-seater establishment, health and safety and cleaning, Q.C., H.R., Payroll, Finance, and budgeting.
- Control of thirty staff including hiring and training.
Front of House Operations Manager
Pulp Kitchen and Deli
Cape Town, South Africa
11.2016 - 10.2017
- Operational control and daily running of the outlet, Sales, Stock Rotation and ordering, health and safety and Cleaning, Payroll, Finance, and budgeting.
- Control of twenty staff, training.
Factory Operations Manager - Production Facility
The Allergy Free Kitchen
Cape Town, South Africa
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Complete control of all factory production including but not limited to, Health and Safety, receiving, distribution, HACCP, Production QC, Baking of product, Recipe.
- Control of twenty-five staff including production and delivery teams.
Stock Manager - Classic Vehicles
Old Cars and trucks
Cape Town, South Africa
10.2012 - 04.2013
- Management of Stock portfolio, Procurement of new stock and control of distribution and logistics, Sales in difficult classic car market.
Warehouse and Transport Manager - Logistics and freight
MS Cargo
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2011 - 09.2012
- Control of daily running of warehouse storage facility, daily transport route planning, loading and offloading of vehicles and containers, Stock rotation, delivery scheduling, staff control and budgeting.
- Pallet control, Health and safety, Reporting.
Sales and Inventory Manager - FMCG
Wilton Sales and Distribution
Johannesburg, South Africa
11.2010 - 03.2011
- FMCG Sales to retailers and wholesalers, actively seeking new business and markets to explore, Stock procurement and rotation.
- Cold calling on stores and owners, pursuing any avenues to boost new sales.
Inbound and Warehouse Manager
Digistics
Johannesburg, South Africa
10.2008 - 10.2010
- Daily receipt of 30 000 plus cases of both dry and frozen goods, Stock rotation and control, weekly stocktake of 200-line items, HAACP, QC, Staff budgeting, control, and rostering, Reporting to financial director weekly and the board quarterly, CHEP account control.
Operations Manager - Production and warehousing
Espadon Marine
Johannesburg, South Africa
06.2007 - 09.2008
- Production and preparation of fresh Fish, lobster and oysters for sale and distribution.
- Control of processing facility and warehouse, Transport routing and control, staff control, budgeting, purchases, and sales in FMCG.
- Stock rotation.
Education
Matriculated - I.G.C.S.E and IEB Exams completed, Subjects included: Mathematics, Physical Science, Computer Studies, Geography, Afrikaans, English
St Benedict's College
Bedfordview South Africa 01.1990 - 12.2004
National Diploma - Professional Cookery and Culinary Arts, subjects include Catering Theory, Food Costing, Menu Planning and Culinary French.
HTA School of Culinary Art
South Africa 01.2005 - 12.2007
Skills
- Driven
- Loyal & Hard Working
- Resolute
- Initiative-taker
- Independent
- Process Minded
- Strong Leadership and Management Skills
- Excel in Planning & Execution
- Honest
- Logistics management
- Strong communication
- Technical understanding
Affiliations
- Reading Sport Cars and Car Culture Health and Fitness Brain Teasers and quiz shows
Languages
English
Advanced
Culinery Experience - Overseas Contracts - Professional Chef
- Fresh Meadow Country Club - Lake Success - New York
May 2015 – October 2015
May 2014 – October 2014
May 2013 – October 2013
Mar A Lago (Trump International Properties) - Palm Beach - Florida
October 2014 – April 2015
Polo Club of Boca Raton - Florida
October 2012 – May 2013
Admirals Cove - Jupiter - Florida
October 2006 – May 2007
REFERENCES:
- Pieter Robbertse, Manager, Digistics, (011) 663 - 3400
- Lorraine Arlow, Branch Manager, MS Cargo, 083 757 5692
- Tony Wilson, Owner, Old Cars and Trucks/Wilton, 082 456 7989
- Victor Goncalves, Owner, Pigalle Restaurant Group, 078 153 8667
- Gisela Rathbone, Owner, Ruslamere Hotel and Spa, 021 975-9299
- Andrea Hamman, Owner, Pulp Kitchen & Deli, 082 828 5086
- Jenna Funston, MD, The Allergy Free Kitchen, 082 785 6966
- Jack Lester, Owner, Buena Vista, 021 554 1446
Personal Information
- ID Number: 8706025006085
- Date of birth: 06/02/87
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
- Marital status: Married
Timeline
Operations Director
Wilton International Trading
01.2023 - 06.2025
Operations Manager - Cape Town
Wilton International Trading
02.2021 - 12.2022
Senior operations manager
Ruslamere Hotel and Spa
03.2019 - 09.2020
Front of House Operations Manager
Pigalle
11.2017 - 11.2018
Front of House Operations Manager
Pulp Kitchen and Deli
11.2016 - 10.2017
Factory Operations Manager - Production Facility
The Allergy Free Kitchen
05.2016 - 08.2016
Stock Manager - Classic Vehicles
Old Cars and trucks
10.2012 - 04.2013
Warehouse and Transport Manager - Logistics and freight
MS Cargo
04.2011 - 09.2012
Sales and Inventory Manager - FMCG
Wilton Sales and Distribution
11.2010 - 03.2011
Inbound and Warehouse Manager
Digistics
10.2008 - 10.2010
Operations Manager - Production and warehousing
Espadon Marine
06.2007 - 09.2008
National Diploma - Professional Cookery and Culinary Arts, subjects include Catering Theory, Food Costing, Menu Planning and Culinary French.
HTA School of Culinary Art
01.2005 - 12.2007
Matriculated - I.G.C.S.E and IEB Exams completed, Subjects included: Mathematics, Physical Science, Computer Studies, Geography, Afrikaans, English
St Benedict's College
01.1990 - 12.2004
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