Hanz Hellmann
@hanzhellmann
Seasoned business improvement specialist with 30+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned business improvement specialist with over 30 years of experience in process analysis, organizational development, and strategic management. My career has been dedicated to driving operational efficiency through business process re-engineering, workflow optimization, and performance management solutions. I have a proven track record in both the Local Government and Banking sectors, where I have developed exceptional analytical, consulting, and project management capabilities.
Throughout my career, I have successfully designed and implemented comprehensive performance management systems, facilitated strategic planning workshops, and led organizational transformation initiatives. My expertise in developing tailored business process frameworks and conducting process assessments has resulted in significant efficiency improvements for my clients. I am passionate about mentoring and training staff in process analysis methodologies, ensuring that organizations can sustain their improvements long after my engagement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Management Consultant
Self-employed
Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Provide specialized consulting services in Business Process Management/Re-engineering, Business Analysis, and Organizational Development. Conduct comprehensive process assessments and implement optimization strategies resulting in efficiency improvements for clients.
Strategy & Performance Management Consultant
City of Windhoek
Jan 2009 - Jan 2022 (13 years)
Designed and implemented comprehensive performance management systems for 10 departments, leading to improved strategic goal achievement. Developed a city-wide Business Process Management framework standardizing over 200 core processes.
Franchise Owner
St Elmo's Pizza Way
Mar 2006 - May 2009 (3 years 2 months)
Achieved significant revenue growth through streamlined operations and improved customer service. Managed a team and implemented inventory management processes.
Manager: Process Innovations
Nedbank
Jan 2005 - May 2009 (4 years 4 months)
Reduced customer onboarding time by 60% through process redesign and led a team in implementing process improvements. Developed standardized documentation templates and created a measurement framework for operational metrics.
Manager: Organization
Nedbank
Jan 2003 - Jan 2005 (2 years)
Led organizational restructuring initiatives and conducted assessments to identify inefficiencies. Implemented change management programs achieving high employee adoption rates for new structures.
Business Analyst
City of Windhoek
Jan 1989 - Feb 2002 (13 years 1 month)
Analyzed and redesigned critical business processes, developed requirements documentation for major system implementations, and created detailed process maps to improve operational efficiency.
Principal Work Study Officer
City of Windhoek
Jul 1987 - Sep 1998 (11 years 2 months)
Conducted time and motion studies to establish performance metrics and analyzed work methods across departments to identify improvement opportunities.
Administrative Clerk
Trust Bank
Jan 1983 - Jan 1986 (3 years)
Processed a high volume of daily transactions with exceptional accuracy and implemented a filing system that improved document retrieval time.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Technikon SA
Master's Degree in Business Administration, Business Administration
1995 - 2001
Completed a Master's Degree in Business Administration, focusing on advanced business management principles and practices.
Technikon SA
Higher Diploma in Business Administration, Business Administration
1995 - 1995
Achieved a Higher Diploma in Business Administration, enhancing knowledge in business operations and management.
Technikon SA
National Diploma in Organisation and Work Study, Organisation and Work Study
1986 - 1986
Earned a National Diploma in Organisation and Work Study, focusing on organizational efficiency and work process improvement.
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