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Albertus Berning

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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.

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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.

  • 29 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • AfrikaansAdvanced

Industry experience

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

Work experience· 10 roles

Data Analyst and Aftersales Consultant · UON GlobalJul 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 5 mos

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 · Volkswagen Group South AfricaMay 2017 – Jun 2023 · 6 yrs 2 mos

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 · Volkswagen Group South AfricaJan 2016 – Apr 2017 · 1 yr 4 mos

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 · Volkswagen Group South AfricaJan 2014 – Dec 2015 · 2 yrs
Distribution Centre Control Tower Supervisor · Volkswagen Group South AfricaSep 2010 – Dec 2013 · 3 yrs 4 mos
Parts Manager · McCarthy Volkswagen Princes ParkSep 2006 – Aug 2010 · 4 yrs
Volkswagen & Audi Parts Manager · McCarthy Volkswagen Church StreetFeb 2004 – Aug 2006 · 2 yrs 7 mos
Training Parts Manager · McCarthy Volkswagen Pretoria NorthFeb 2001 – Jan 2004 · 3 yrs

Education· 5

Volkswagen International Management Licence · INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT ASSESSMENT2015
Management Development Programme · University of Stellenbosch2013
Bachelor of Commerce in Management · University of South Africa2010
Warehousing Diploma · Lyseum College1998

Certifications and awards

Volkswagen International Management Licence2015 – 2026
Management Development Programme2013
Warehousing Diploma1998 – 2026
Matric with University Exemption1995 – 2026

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