Bongiwe Bongi Ngcingwana
Bongi brings a wealth of experience from her distinguished career in the retail industry. Commencing her journey as a trainee buyer at Shoprite/Checkers, she honed her skills over two years before embarking on an illustrious trajectory.
During her tenure at Woolworths, where she served as a National Buyer in the Beverages portfolio for eight years, Bongiwe demonstrated her acumen for strategic
procurement and category management. Following this, her pivotal role as Category Manager in Beverages, VAS, and Print Media at Engen for 11 years further solidified her expertise. Responsible for overseeing half of the Quickshop annual turnover and spearheading initiatives such as developing the Engen private label water business, she consistently influenced turnover and income through the implementation of effective category plans.
With a profound understanding of retail dynamics and a proven track record of driving category performance across a national footprint of approximately 650 sites, Bongiwe is poised to make significant contributions to the growth and success of the FreshStop brand. Her strategic mindset, coupled with her ability to engage stakeholders and develop robust strategies, positions her as a valuable asset to the organization.
Bongiwe is driven by a genuine enthusiasm to leverage her category management skills and retail insights to navigate the challenges of the current economic climate and propel FreshStop towards market leadership. Her arrival marks an exciting chapter in the brand’s journey, and we extend a warm welcome to Bongiwe as she joins our team.
Jennevie Harker
Tarryn is a dedicated mother of three who finds fulfilment in both her professional endeavours and cherished family moments. She places great value on nurturing meaningful relationships, both with loved ones and colleagues, and delights in spending her leisure time engrossed in the pages of a good book. Assuming the role of Financial Controller at Freshshop, Tarryn brings with her a determination to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency. Her strategic focus revolves around implementing robust controls, streamlining processes, and optimizing resource allocation to bolster the company’s growth trajectory.
In addition to her strategic responsibilities, Tarryn is committed to fostering a culture of transparency and accountability within the finance department. Her steadfast dedication to compliance with regulations, coupled with a drive for profitability and sustainable growth, ensures that Freshshop operates at the pinnacle of financial integrity.
With her strategic mindset and unwavering commitment to excellence, Tarryn stands ready to make significant contributions to Freshshop’s continued success in the ever-evolving retail landscape.