Stephan Coomans

With extensive experience in sales and marketing, product development, and cost management, I excel in strategically managing departmental finances to ensure consistently high turnover. My strong technical and financial acumen, paired with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, enable me to effectively collaborate with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders. Holding a National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and currently pursuing a B-Tech in the same field—where I actively participated in the prestigious Sasol Baja SAE program—I am dedicated to continuous professional growth and skill mastery. I am eager to leverage my expertise and experience in a challenging senior position within the Product and Marketing sector.

Experienced Operations and Sales Product Manager with a proven track record of driving growth and profitability in the Foundry environments. Skilled in operations management, sales strategy, and product development. Strong background in Production, Maintenance and Operations management, complemented by expertise in marketing and sales.

• January 2016 - Current Product Manager Foseco South Africa a Devision of Vesuvius PLC
• March 2023 - February 2024 - Acting Operations Manager Foseco South Africa a Devision of Vesuvius PLC
• June 2014 - January 2016 Application Engineer for Foseco South Africa a Devision of Vesuvius PLC
• January 2007 - May 2014 Foundry Manager Xmeco (PTY) Ltd.

Higher National Diploma Mechanical Engineering - NMMU

Selling by Objectives; Mercuri International, 2017 

Pro-Payback Sales Training; Tack International, 2014