Andries Retief joined DHL Supply Chain in 2009 in South Africa and has since held various roles in Finance, Transport, and Operational Excellence across Africa, Europe, and Asia. Most recently, he served as the CEO for DHL Supply Chain in Central & Eastern Europe before relocating to Singapore in 2022 to lead the Southeast Asia operations. Now, as Chief Commercial Officer, he is focused on driving customer-centric strategies and delivering integrated contract logistics solutions to enhance resilience and efficiency for clients.
How did you get into logistics?
By accident! When I started, I had no idea what I was getting myself into, but it turned out to be the best “accident” of my life.
What quote has most resonated with you?
“It is not the pursuit of happiness that matters, it is the happiness of the pursuit.” If you’re always chasing happiness, you might be disappointed— for me, it’s about enjoying the journey.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
My dad told me, “When you have a setback, don’t step back.” That advise shaped the way I approached challeng…
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