Meet Our Team: Elroy Weimers

1. What three words would you use to describe yourself?
Strategic, Resilient and Collaborative. These attributes have been the foundation of my leadership approach, helping me drive impactful business strategies and build strong teams across industries.

2. How would you describe your day job to a child?
When I was six, I started selling jars of garlic, ginger, and spicy chutney to my neighbours. It taught me how to talk to people, understand their needs, and build trust and skills I still use today. Now, I help businesses ensure essential products, like food, are available when and where people need them. My job is about solving problems, working with others, and creating opportunities, these valuable lessons apply to any industry and future job you may want to embark on.

3. Why did you choose to be part of the Vector Logistics’ team?
Vector Logistics stands out for its innovative mindset and commitment to operational excellence. Joining this team provides me the opportunity to apply my 30 plus years of experience in business development and supply chain management to a company that values collaboration, growth, and forward-thinking solutions.

4. What excites you about this role?
The opportunity at Vector Logistics marks a significant step forward in my professional journey, allowing me to contribute to an organization known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, end to end business solutions. I am most excited about contributing to a dynamic organization that is shaping the future of logistics. This role allows me to leverage my expertise to create sustainable solutions, build strategic partnerships, and foster innovation, which aligns perfectly with my values as well as career goals.

5. How would you describe a high-performance organisation?
A high-performance organisation is one that drives results through its people, constantly innovates to stay ahead of the curve, and maintains a clear focus on its customers. It’s about balancing efficiency, agility, and collaboration while fostering an environment where individuals and teams can thrive.

6. How do you keep yourself/your team motivated?
I believe motivation starts with a shared vision and open communication. I focus on setting clear goals, celebrating successes, and encouraging continuous learning and improvement. Building trust and showing appreciation for the team’s contributions are also key to maintaining high morale.

7. Do you have a mentor/coach?
My father was my greatest mentor and inspiration. From a young age, he instilled in me the values of hard work, integrity, and resilience, which continue to guide my leadership approach. I have also had the privilege of learning from various leaders throughout my career, each of whom has shaped my perspective on strategy, collaboration, and innovation.

8. Given a chance, who would you like to be for a day?
Given the chance, I would like to be Archbishop Desmond Tutu for a day. His wisdom, humility, and unwavering commitment to peace and justice are qualities I deeply admire. Experiencing his perspective and understanding how he united people through compassion and leadership would be incredibly inspiring.

9. If you were the CEO for a day, what would you change or introduce?
I would focus on creating initiatives that promote skills development and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring that employees feel empowered to take ownership of their work. Building a stronger culture of continuous improvement and innovation is essential for long-term success.

On a lighter note …

10. What is your most memorable facepalm (embarrassing) moment? 
Early in my career, I once walked into a meeting with the wrong presentation, only realising halfway through! It was a great reminder to triple check everything before stepping into a room.

11. When was the last time you laughed so hard?
During a team-building activity in 2024, where everyone’s unexpected creativity turned a serious exercise into pure comedy our unknown creativity based free thinking spirit. Laughter really does bring people closer.

12. What is your guilty pleasure?
A perfectly brewed cup of coffee paired with a perfectly baked croissant. It’s the ultimate indulgence for a fresh start to the day.

13. What is one thing people do not know about you?
I have a passion for mentoring young professionals, helping them grow in their careers or businesses. It’s deeply fulfilling to see others succeed and thrive with a bit of guidance and encouragement.

14. If you could invite one famous person (dead or alive) to dinner, who would it be and why?
Again, I would choose Archbishop Desmond Tutu. I can just imagine our conversation, and his ability to inspire, his unwavering belief in humanity, and his wisdom on leadership and reconciliation make him a figure of inspiration and I take these valuable lessons from.