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Show profile Hide profileProduct and category specialist with eight years’ experience spanning product development, retail sourcing, marketing, and creative design within the consumer goods and retail sectors.
Experienced in managing the full product lifecycle from concept and sourcing through manufacturing, imports, launch, and retail sell-through. Proven track record developing OEM product ranges for major South African retailers including Woolworths, Shoprite Checkers, Spar, Pick n Pay, and Clicks.
Strong commercial and creative skillset combining trend research, supplier sourcing, range development, cost management, and go-to-market execution. Comfortable working across cross-functional teams including design, sales, manufacturing, and logistics.
International sourcing experience across Europe and Asia, with participation in global trade fairs including Frankfurt Ambiente and the Birmingham NEC Spring Fair.
Currently completing a Bachelor of Commerce in Project Management, further strengthening strategic and operational leadership capability.
In a personal capacity, I am an active member of the Westville Athletics Club and the Westville Theatre Club.
Product and category specialist with eight years’ experience spanning product development, retail sourcing, marketing, and creative design within the consumer goods and retail sectors.
Experienced in managing the full product lifecycle from concept and sourcing through manufacturing, imports, launch, and retail sell-through. Proven track record developing OEM product ranges for major South African retailers including Woolworths, Shoprite Checkers, Spar, Pick n Pay, and Clicks.
Strong commercial and creative skillset combining trend research, supplier sourcing, range development, cost management, and go-to-market execution. Comfortable working across cross-functional teams including design, sales, manufacturing, and logistics.
International sourcing experience across Europe and Asia, with participation in global trade fairs including Frankfurt Ambiente and the Birmingham NEC Spring Fair.
Currently completing a Bachelor of Commerce in Project Management, further strengthening strategic and operational leadership capability.
In a personal capacity, I am an active member of the Westville Athletics Club and the Westville Theatre Club.

