Mischa Haywood , CSCP

Mischa Haywood , CSCP

Head of Operations & Supply Chain @ ASBIS Africa

About

As Head of Operations & Supply Chain, I lead end-to-end operational strategy across procurement, inbound logistics, warehousing, customer fulfilment, reverse logistics, and transport performance. My mandate is simple: deliver predictable service excellence at controlled cost while protecting working capital and enabling commercial growth.I oversee multi-functional teams and 3PL partners, ensuring operational execution aligns with customer SLAs, financial targets, and technology capabilities. In a high-SKU, serialised, fast-moving distribution environment, I focus on building structured control towers that convert operational data into actionable insight.I translate commercial demand into scalable operational capability, ensuring growth does not outpace infrastructure. My approach combines structured root cause analysis, financial discipline, and technology enablement to create sustainable performance rather than short-term fixes.I build high-accountability teams, align cross-functional stakeholders, and implement measurable improvement initiatives that reduce cost leakage, improve service predictability, and strengthen customer trust.Operational philosophy:Data over opinion. Prevention over reaction. Structure over firefighting. Sustainable results over short-term wins.

Country

South Africa

City

City of Johannesburg

Industry

Consumer Goods

Skill

Market Analysis & Competitive Positioning, Product Strategy & Roadmap Development, Demand Forecasting & Inventory Management, Pricing & Profitability Optimization, Supplier & Reseller Relationship Management, Data-driven Decision Making, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Budgeting, Skilled Multi-tasker, Operations Management, Supplier Engagement, Business Acumen, Non-disclosure Agreements, Supplier Evaluation, Cost Savings, Preventive Actions, Complaint Management, Operational Excellence, Industry standards, Attention to Detail

Experience

ASBIS Africa

Head of Operations & Supply Chain

ASBIS Africa

LinkedIn
2026-3 - Present · 7 mos

Johannesburg

End-to-end supply chain governance (Plan → Source → Move → Deliver → Return) Service performance (OTIF, Perfect Order, SLA adherence) Logistics cost optimisation and cost-to-serve transparency Inventory integrity, working capital control, and carrying cost management 3PL and carrier performance management Systems optimisation (ERP / WMS / TMS integration and automation) Process re-engineering and continuous improvement Risk mitigation and operational resilience

ASBIS Africa

Supply Planning and Operations Manager | Apple

ASBIS Africa

LinkedIn
2024-1 - 2026-3 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Johannesburg Metropolitan Area

Daily monitoring of the supply chain Liaising with vendor operations to ensure smooth and efficient daily processes Utilizing financial tools and documentation related to operational processes Coordinating weekly supply replenishments to the country and partners, guided by PSI, WOS, and KPI metrics Strategic planning to develop and implement supply chain strategies aimed at boosting efficiency and cutting costs Analyzing data to identify improvement areas and implementing effective solutions Maintaining optimal inventory levels to meet customer demands while minimizing costs Building and maintaining supplier relationships Overseeing logistics and distribution to ensure timely product deliveries, optimizing transportation, and warehousing processes Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) related to supply chain operations Preparing reports and presenting findings to senior management Leading and developing a team of supply chain professionals, providing training and support for high-performance and continuous improvement

ASBIS Africa

Product Category Manager | Apple | iPhone & Accessories

ASBIS Africa

LinkedIn
2025-1 - 2025-8 · 8 mos

Johannesburg Metropolitan Area

Product Strategy & Roadmap: Collaborate with stakeholders to define the roadmap and strategy for iPhone and accessories. Market Analysis & Competitive Positioning: Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends, analyze competitors, and position Apple products effectively. Sales & Revenue Growth: Drive business growth by developing relationships with authorized resellers and forecasting sales revenue. Pricing & Demand Planning: Oversee pricing strategies, discounts, and rebates while ensuring optimal inventory levels. New Product Introductions: Coordinate product launches, demand generation activities, and go-to-market strategies. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with finance, legal, marketing, and sales teams to ensure seamless product execution. Supplier & Reseller Management: Maintain strong relationships with supplier and resellers to optimize distribution channels

Kimberly-Clark

Demand Planner SSA

Kimberly-Clark

LinkedIn
2021-4 - 2024-11 · 3 yrs 8 mos

South Africa

Oversee demand planning and management processes for new and existing products. Develop and execute product demand plans to meet organization goals. Provide support in developing seasonal demand forecasts and anticipate customers reactions to the promotions and discounts Develop demand forecasts based on demand patterns and business trends. Work with customers, sales team and supply chain management to improve forecast accuracy. Maintain demand plan to ensure cost effectiveness and to meet customer demands Assist in risk assessment and mitigation activities. Mentor and train other Planners as needed. Update customers and sales team about product availabilities. Maintain inventory levels based on future customer demands. Address demand related queries and issues in a timely manner. Schedule monthly forecast meetings with all customers as required Identify opportunities to meet customer demands during constrained supply. Maintain demand planning processes and systems to improve forecasting accuracy Identify areas of improvements and recommend action plans. Adhere to company rules and regulations.

Kimberly-Clark

Customer Logistics Controller

Kimberly-Clark

LinkedIn
2019-1 - 2021-4 · 2 yrs 4 mos

Bedford Gardens

Drive operational performance throughout the supply chain and 3 PLs in accordance with agreed KPI’s Attain budget targets in accordance with forecast. Identify and project manage process improvements Conduct root cause analysis on system behavior and compare to business requirements Drive technology improvements in the logistics process through an in-depth knowledge of the current technology and systems Building and maintaining sustainable business relationships amongst stakeholders Understand client requirements and translate these into technology and process changes. Implement operational and system changes where required Conduct viability analysis on client requirements and improvement initiatives and drive completion with the assistance of relevant teams. Report on Monthly and Annually Service Levels Troubleshoot Gaps and how to minimize risk Manage additional business requirements as needed

Kimberly-Clark

Customer Service Controller

Kimberly-Clark

LinkedIn
2017-6 - 2018-12 · 1 yr 7 mos

Bedford Gardens, Johannesburg

Provide support for order management and related queries, product knowledge, complaints and general queries. Provide email responses to internal and external customers on queries relating to order management, invoicing, dispatch, claims and returns. Maintain communication and escalate issues to Key Stakeholders. Collaborate with external customers to order up on upcoming promos or risk of stock outs, including the timely and correct implementation of all marketing projects i.e. promotions, hard and soft rollovers. Manage and prepare orders for deliveries to specific customers, including daily review of order status and ensuring orders are delivered per customer requirements and KPI’s are achieved. Refer pricing issues to pricing department, communicate with relevant stakeholders. Review and manage all order related aspects including but not limited to damages, shortages, late deliveries, delivery complaints and requests for log numbers for refused deliveries. Manage requests for log numbers for Bulk customers. Adhere to Forecast and Critical Stock allocation requirements. Optimize direct from mill deliveries in collaboration with key stakeholders. Review product trackers published by demand planning, to identify and communicate risks to relevant Customer Managers and Team Leader of customers going over forecast. Provide visibility on orders status from entry to delivery within the agreed tracker. Review daily published reports from all key stakeholders, rectify and communicate concerns to all parties concerned. Review daily demand planning tracker – identify and communicate risks to relevant customers manager of customers going over forecast. Review customer logistics and customer reports. Maintain awareness of current or upcoming promotional activities and manage orders accordingly. Participate in problem solving to improve business KPI’s and processes.

Kimberly-Clark Professional

WECA Export Officer

Kimberly-Clark Professional

LinkedIn
2016-7 - 2017-5 · 11 mos

Bedford Gardens, Johannesburg

The timeous and accurate entry of all Export and Cross Border orders received by K-CSA for export from either SA or our foreign partners to customers in Africa and/ Indian Ocean Islands Timeous action of tasks required to facilitate the export of goods to customers Adherence to all legislation and Internal Control requirements on al orders Co-ordinate shipping from foreign KC Mills globally to customers for speedy delivery Co-ordinate with all inspection companies and freight forwarding companies as required per order Manage out of stock situations and provide timely feedback to customers and Business managers Preparation of orders for delivery also ensuring that all relevant documentation has been done by relevant party ie. Freight forwarders If applicable, obtaining relevant customs and SARS clearances and any other documentation required Ensure that all intercompany invoices are processed on time and accurately Preparation of export documentation for Mill’s, IT Department and FOC’s for WECA Ensure customers receive all the relevant documents on time to clear the cargo at point of destination Feedback to Supply Chain Planning KCP Product Supply EMEA Leader on information which prevents smooth workflows Ensure communication flow to all involved parties is timely and accurate Active use of GPM system and process Any ad hoc task as assigned Entry and closure of Customer Service Failure forms for all queries and complaints as raised Preparation of monthly freight accruals and forwarding of all Entity invoices to Finance & Business Analyst Preparation of Export tracking Report

Kimberly-Clark Professional

KCP CS Back up Team Leader

Kimberly-Clark Professional

LinkedIn
2014-3 - 2016-6 · 2 yrs 4 mos

Bedford Gardens, Johannesburg

Establish, Develop, maintain and strengthen business relationship with current customers and prospective in assigned portfolio Ensure advance notification procedures are executed timeously Proactively manage substitutions and allocations as required Ensure that KPI (Key Performance Indicators) are met at each quarter Actively promote root cause analysis, keeping records, processes and detailed reporting Anticipate potential escalations prior to them becoming business critical Support the enforcement of customer logistics initiatives Continuously identify and remove “non value “added tasks of day to day work Continue to build product knowledge Support total team during busy periods Back up for Team leader Follow Business and internal control procedures SAP, Microsoft office

Kimberly-Clark Professional

KCP CS Account Representative

Kimberly-Clark Professional

LinkedIn
2012-3 - 2013-3 · 1 yr 1 mo

Bedford Gardens, Johannesburg

Timely and accurate capture of orders in their various formats Proactively follow stock shortages, availability and allocation Deliver value added service to Customers while minimising cost to the business Maintain and strengthen network within business across other CS teams, deployment, receivables, supply optimisers, logistics and business team. Ensure prompt resolution to queries relating to order processes Demonstrate full understanding of supply chain processes Ensure quarterly KPI’s are met Take accountability for full” end to end” processing of orders Develop Knowledge and actively support LEAN initiatives Support any other duties as reasonably requested by Team Leader Maintain all relevant systems with valid information

Kimberly-Clark

CS Order Management Controller (Consumer)

Kimberly-Clark

LinkedIn
2012-3 - 2013-3 · 1 yr 1 mo

Bedford Garden, Johannesburg

Timeous and accurate resolution of Pricing and Master Data and all other order issues Customer communication on orders, stock, pricing, etc Manage orders for identified key customers – prepare orders for delivery Daily review and management of various reports to ensure excellent order management Management and communication of out of stock situations Feedback to Team Leader on information Active use of GPM system and process Facilitation of Holiday Plan Correct transfer of calls for optimum resolution Entry and closure of CS Failure forms for all queries and complaints as raised

Kimberly-Clark

Order Capture Clerk (Consumer)

Kimberly-Clark

LinkedIn
2011-3 - 2012-3 · 1 yr 1 mo

Bedford Gardens, Johannesburg

Timeous and accurate entry of all orders and uplifts received by K-CSA to SAP Feedback to Team Leader on information preventing smooth workflow Ensure communication with Order Management Team is timely and accurate Continual and correct focus to the Key accounts/ Specialist requirement orders Active use GPM system and process

Heidelberg Graphics

Head General Administrator (Service Department)

Heidelberg Graphics

LinkedIn
2008-1 - 2011-1 · 3 yrs 1 mo

Linbro Park, Johannesburg

Process all invoices timeously before deadline Log all Customer calls Allocation of Technicians to Jobs Loading of all Calls, Contracts and Invoicing on SAP Retrieve Contract tracking reports on SAP Ensure clear communication of all Jobs to be done Ensure services are timeously done Executing Quotations and Pro Forma invoices to Customers Booking of Flights and accommodation when necessary for Technicians All queries open and closed off daily Basic office duties i.e. Filing

First National Bank

Bank Teller

First National Bank

LinkedIn
2007-1 - 2008-1 · 1 yr 1 mo

Selby, Johannesburg

Receive deposits, Verify cash, Receive identification and issue receipts of deposit Process savings withdrawals Cash cheques Answer basic customer queries Cross – sell bank products and services Refer customers to the proper department Count and roll loose coins Ensure tellers station is properly supplied Complete FICA Training Follow bank policies and procedures

Styria Engineering

Junior Administrator

Styria Engineering

LinkedIn
2006-1 - 2007-1 · 1 yr 1 mo

Sebenza, Edenvale, Johannesburg

All document handling and production Handle telephone calls Prepare Audit References Prepare Syspro Reports Basic Office Duties

Education

The Procurement & Logistics Academy

The Procurement & Logistics Academy

LinkedIn

Supply Chain

2022-1 - 2022-7 · 7 mos
University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika

University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika

LinkedIn

Economics and Management Sciences

2015 - 2015
IIE Rosebank College

IIE Rosebank College

LinkedIn

Business Administration and Management, General

2010 - 2011 · 1 yr

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