Hi there! I'm Albertus Berning, a data-driven logistics and Aftersales specialist with over 20 years of experience in automotive distribution, warehousing, and supply chain optimization. I currently help clients translate data into strategic decisions through BI dashboards and analytics, while previously leading VW Group South Africa's regional parts operations and managing complex logistics networks. I enjoy collaborating across cross-functional teams, driving cost reductions, improving service levels, and building robust inventory and process improvements. I'm excited to bring my combination of hands-on operations leadership and data-driven insights to new challenges.…

Albertus Berning

Hi there! I'm Albertus Berning, a data-driven logistics and Aftersales specialist with over 20 years of experience in automotive distribution, warehousing, and supply chain optimization. I currently help clients translate data into strategic decisions through BI dashboards and analytics, while previously leading VW Group South Africa's regional parts operations and managing complex logistics networks. I enjoy collaborating across cross-functional teams, driving cost reductions, improving service levels, and building robust inventory and process improvements. I'm excited to bring my combination of hands-on operations leadership and data-driven insights to new challenges.…

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Hi there! I’m Albertus Berning, a data-driven logistics and Aftersales specialist with over 20 years of experience in automotive distribution, warehousing, and supply chain optimization. I currently help clients translate data into strategic decisions through BI dashboards and analytics, while previously leading VW Group South Africa’s regional parts operations and managing complex logistics networks.

I enjoy collaborating across cross-functional teams, driving cost reductions, improving service levels, and building robust inventory and process improvements. I’m excited to bring my combination of hands-on operations leadership and data-driven insights to new challenges.

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Advanced

Work Experience

Data Analyst and Aftersales Consultant at UON Global
July 1, 2023 - Present
Consulting with clients on business intelligence requirements, scoping data needs, designing BI products/services, coordinating with data suppliers, and building dashboards to support strategic decisions; current clients include Ford IMG, Mahindra South Africa, Honda South Africa and Volvo South Africa.
Regional Parts Manager at Volkswagen Group South Africa
May 1, 2017 - June 1, 2023
Managed regional Dealer Wholesale and Retail targets for 42 dealers; monitored dealer marketing and retail activities; developed annual business plans, KPI measurement and corrective actions; managed key accounts; facilitated integration of Parts and Service functions for operational efficiencies.
Local & Foreign Logistics Supervisor at Volkswagen Group South Africa
January 1, 2016 - April 1, 2017
Developed tools and methods to improve inventory levels, service levels, overhead and airfreight costs; analyzed demand trends; managed staff performance and training; oversaw 3PLs and supplier performance; ensured ISO 9001 / VDA 6.1 conformance.
Kassel Logistics Supervisor at Volkswagen Group South Africa
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Led a team of 4 analysts and an SAP lead; liaised with 3PL airfreight provider; reduced sea freight lead times; maintained dealer back orders within targets; developed tools to improve inventory and freight costs; monitored processes per ISO/VDA standards.
Distribution Centre Control Tower Supervisor at Volkswagen Group South Africa
September 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013
Managed 107 blue collar warehouse staff; monitored outbound performance; guided order completion and processing; addressed bottlenecks; developed staff through objective setting and training; ensured OHSE compliance and supported budgeting.
Parts Manager at McCarthy Volkswagen Princes Park
September 1, 2006 - August 31, 2010
Led 54 staff with 3 supervisors; developed wholesale marketing strategies; managed two distribution hubs and 21 drivers; achieved monthly turnover of R10m; maintained stock levels of R8m; budgeted and planned distribution regions/routes.
Volkswagen & Audi Parts Manager at McCarthy Volkswagen Church Street
February 1, 2004 - August 31, 2006
Managed workshop/retail/wholesale sales for VW and Audi; achieved monthly turnover of R2m.
Training Parts Manager at McCarthy Volkswagen Pretoria North
February 1, 2001 - January 31, 2004
Managed a team of 2; oversaw workshop/retail/wholesale sales; achieved monthly turnover of R1m; budgeting and targets.
Perpetual Stock Count Supervisor at McCarthy Head Office
April 1, 1999 - January 31, 2001
Running perpetual stock takes at Volkswagen and Toyota dealers; submitting reports and corrective actions to management.
Trainee Parts Salesperson at McCarthy Volkswagen Princes Park
July 1, 1997 - March 31, 1999
Receiving, binning and picking of parts; workshop/retail and wholesale sales.

Education

Volkswagen International Management Licence at INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT ASSESSMENT
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Management Development Programme at University of Stellenbosch
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Bachelor of Commerce in Management at University of South Africa
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
Warehousing Diploma at Lyseum College
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
Matric with University Exemption at Standerton High School
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995

Qualifications

Volkswagen International Management Licence
January 1, 2015 - January 4, 2026
Management Development Programme
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Warehousing Diploma
January 1, 1998 - January 4, 2026
Matric with University Exemption
January 1, 1995 - January 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Wholesale & Distribution, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services, Retail

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