Heinrich (Rick) Nieuwoudt
@heinrichricknieuwoud
Experienced property and logistics manager skilled in project delivery.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am an energetic, English-speaking property and logistics professional with extensive experience in project/property management, warehousing, logistics and business operations. I manage vacation rental portfolios, coordinate service providers, handle guest correspondence, and lead refurbishments and on-site supervision while overseeing project planning, administration, quotations and invoicing.
I also co-owned and managed logistics and administration for a creative retail business, ran a freelance photography business handling full operations, and held supervisory and administrative roles across retail, distribution and production environments. I bring strong communication, creative problem-solving, and hands-on project delivery skills, and I am available for on-site or remote roles from Durban, South Africa.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Co-owner / Logistics Manager
Back in the Box
May 2013 - Dec 2022 (9 years 7 months)
Managed logistics, administration and planning for a creative design and retail business, improving operational workflows and supporting business operations from May 2013 to 2022.
Property Project Manager
Saltbox Property Management
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years)
Managed virtual property operations for local and USA vacation rentals, coordinating service providers, handling guest correspondence, and overseeing refurbishments that improved property readiness and guest satisfaction.
Freelance Photographer
Own Business
Jan 2011 - Apr 2013 (2 years 3 months)
Operated a full-service photography business delivering weddings, corporate and studio work while handling marketing, client liaison, accounts, and nationwide assignments.
Assistant Manager (Contract)
Foto First
Jan 2010 - Dec 2010 (11 months)
Performed administrative management including cash reconciliation, banking, stock balancing, order processing and budget controls to support store operations.
Framing Supervisor
Jumbo Foods
Mar 2009 - Dec 2009 (9 months)
Supervised framing operations with responsibilities for stock control, order processing, budgeting and staff supervision to maintain production accuracy and customer service.
Pallet Stock Controller
Impala Distribution
Jan 2008 - Feb 2009 (1 year 1 month)
Managed pallet stock control and conducted a comprehensive 10-year stock audit, improving inventory accuracy and control procedures.
Sales Representative
Route Sales & Marketing
Jan 2007 - Jul 2007 (6 months)
Performed direct sales and cold calling to meet targets while managing sales reporting and contract administration for ATM product offerings.
Administrative Officer
Chep
Jul 2002 - Dec 2006 (4 years 5 months)
Handled data capture, stock control, production monitoring and filing to support operational accuracy and reporting.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Pietersburg High School
Matric (National Senior Certificate), General Secondary Education
Completed matriculation with exemption in 1995.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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