About Gavin
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Experience
- Independent ConsultingERP & Transformation ConsultantDIGITAL AND ITJune 2025 - May 2026 (11 months)Hilversum, Netherlands• • Delivered multi-SaaS implementations across Europe, covering full solution lifecycle from requirements through deployment.• • Designed BPM frameworks and embedded Lean Six Sigma methods, reducing cycle times and operational waste for clients across diverse industries.• • Trained and coached cross-functional teams to adopt new ERP-enabled processes in finance, supply chain, and manufacturing.• • Supported transformation programmes across EMEA with scalable, compliant solutions.
- Tyndale Theological SeminaryDirector of Information TechnologyEDUCATION AND E-LEARNINGJanuary 2025 - June 2025 (5 months)Badhoevedorp, NH, Netherlands• • Directed the enterprise-wide digital campus transformation for an internationally accredited institution (85+ nationalities), designing and delivering the full IT strategy, architecture, and implementation roadmap.• • Piloted a Drupal-based LMS/SIS integrated with Google Workspace and OAuth2-based SSO, building role based dashboards and analytics for operations, students, and faculty serving 500+ users.• • Partnered with academic leadership and external vendors to align technology delivery with institutional strategy, cybersecurity requirements, and compliance standards.• • Modernised core academic and administrative processes, improving data transparency and service delivery across the institution.
- NewColdImplementation Product Owner & Programme Lead (APMO)LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAINSeptember 2023 - December 2024 (1 year and 3 months)Breda, NB, Netherlands• • Led enterprise-scale implementation projects for the world's 3rd-largest automated cold-chain logistics provider, directing cross-functional teams of 50+ and managing €30M+ programme budgets across greenfield facility startups in 9 countries.• • Designed, adopted, and deployed the global Agile Project Management Office (APMO) from scratch, embedding Scrum practices and standardised frameworks using Monday, MIRO, MS Planner, and MS 365.• • Drove ERP and WMS design, configuration, and implementation across automated cold-storage sites, integrating SAP, NetSuite, IFS EAM, Ultimo, and bespoke WMS with MHE systems (cranes, conveyors, robotics, PLCs).• • Standardised global SOPs, risk management frameworks (physical security, cybersecurity, H&S), and KPIs for FAT, SIT, JIT, and SAT, reducing operational variance by 35% across all sites.• • Acted as key interface between executive leadership, customers, technology partners, and operational teams, delivering enterprise-scale digital transformation aligned with long-term business strategy.• • Received Outstanding Level 4 performance rating within first 4 months.
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Education
- B.EngIU International University of Applied SciencesB.Eng
- Bachelor of CommerceUniversity of South Africa (UNISA)2011Bachelor of Commerce