Jj van der Merwe

JJ van der Merwe is an accomplished Principal Portfolio Manager at Anglo American, focusing on carbon, innovation, and technology development since January 2020. With a robust background in integrated business planning and digital transformation, JJ has held key roles at De Beers Group and Nyrstar, driving efficiencies through advanced technologies and enhanced risk management. Extensive experience spans project performance, capital allocation, and business development across various companies, including De Beers Marine and Lonmin Plc. JJ's educational credentials include an MBA from Stellenbosch University and degrees in Electronic Engineering from Tshwane University of Technology, supplementing a rich career marked by strategic leadership and technological innovation in the mining and digital sectors.