I am a results driven individual who thrives on leading from the front. I have led turn-around strategies and worked in strategic leadership as well as functional roles within the sales and commercial; consulting; professional; automotive; engineering; mining and resources; power generation; filtration; automotive manufacturing; chemical as well as distribution industries. I have hands-on leadership experience in Fortune 500 organisations, serving as a Board member and team of directors. My 25+ years of experience and expertise extends into the manufacturing, operational, people management, Supply Chain, procurement, profitable business development with functional and full P&L responsibility, across Africa/IMEA and EMEA regions. My re-design and business development initiatives bear testament to my successful strategic leadership abilities. I am an advocate of team cohesiveness whilst being process focussed and results driven. Brief synopses of my experience as well as the areas of responsibility are, amongst others: strategic thought leadership; sales and business development; supply chain strategy; integrating operational objectives into matrix functions; full continent responsibility of business operations; customer service and liaison; business development and sales growth; sales & marketing; coaching & mentoring; project management and implementation; optimised/increased profitability; strategic global sourcing; purchasing and procurement management; distribution; customer support excellence; lean manufacturing/continuous improvement techniques; shared-services and corporate responsibility. As such, I am confident that I have the required skill set and expertise to add immense value to the organisation. I look forward to further interaction with much anticipation. Yours sincerely, Jonathan. S. Naicker +27 (0) (***)-***-**** ****@*****.***