Rika Swart

GM, Contract Logistics at Media24

Rika Swart is the General Manager of Contract Logistics at Media24. Rika has over eighteen years of experience in managing operations and projects across a wide range of industries.

Rika started their career in the medical field as a Training Coordinator at PathCare, a position they held for four years. In 2001, they transitioned into the role of Project Coordinator for Ampath Trust, where they were responsible for overseeing the pathology department's operations and improving efficiency. After four years in this role, Rika left Ampath to join On the Dot as their General Manager for Media.

At On the Dot, Rika was responsible for managing a fixed route network that delivered direct to store and reverse logistics for more than 250 million units per year. Rika also oversaw the home delivery department, which handled more than 21 million items per year across South Africa. In addition, Rika managed the pamphlet and community newspaper network in South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana, delivering more than 1 billion pamphlets annually. Rika also oversaw the informal network, which catered to the unique operational requirements of national street sales and informal area sales. Finally, Rika managed the centralized call center, which serviced both subscriptions and retail customers.

In January 2009, Rika joined Media24 as their General Manager for Contract Logistics. In this role, they are responsible for managing Media24's contract logistics operations, including warehousing, transportation, and distribution. Rika has successfully grown the contract logistics business by developing long-term relationships with clients and providing them with high-quality service.

Rika Swart has a MBA from Stellenbosch University in Business Administration and Management, General. Rika also has a Med Tech from Central University of Technology, Free State in Medical Technology. Rika completed their Matric at Sentraal High School.

Rika Swart reports to Ishmet Davidson, CEO. They are on a team with Lizette Human - CFO, Eloise Wessels - Managing Director, Media24 Books, and Shelagh Goodwin - GM, Human Resources.

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  • GM, Contract Logistics

    Current role

  • CEO, Media24 Print Media

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