Meet The Team
Driven by integrity, expertise, and innovation, we are a team of logistics professionals with deep-rooted knowledge in freight forwarding, bulk transportation, and warehousing. We understand not just the technicalities but also the intricate challenges that come with global trade, ensuring efficiency and reliability at every step.
Integrity & Reliability
We uphold the highest standards, ensuring seamless coordination and trusted logistics solutions.
Teamwork & Collaboration
Like the fluid interconnectivity of global trade, our specialists work together to drive efficiency and precision.
Sustainability & Responsibility
We optimize bulk transport strategies to minimize environmental impact while ensuring safety and compliance.
Adaptability & Innovation
The landscape of global logistics demands agility and foresight, and we evolve with every challenge.
Our
Team
At the core of everything we do is a customer-centric approach, ensuring our partners benefit from solutions that are as fluid and dynamic as the industries we serve. We are more than logistics experts—we are trusted problem-solvers dedicated to shaping smarter, more resilient global supply chains.
Together, we move the world — sustainably, seamlessly and strategically.
Christelle van Noordwyk
Managing Director aka Head of Schmoozing
Christelle has more than 20 years experience in Supply Chain Management. Her passion for freight forwarding and the export of agricultural products combined with her experience in Customer Services was fundamental to establishing Stella Tanks. Additionally, Christelle has built strong industry connections with a proven flair for Marketing and Sales Strategy.Wajdi Erasmus
Operations Manager aka Master YodaWajdi brings 30 years of experience in the Management and Compliance of Warehouses, Fitment and Distribution Facilities. His knowledge of the technical development and management of flexi and liner distribution within the South African bulk liquid market, offers Stella Tanks a distinct competitive advantage.Gerhard van Noordwyk
Finance Manager aka Master of CoinGerhard has deep knowledge of Strategic Financial Management, Project Management and Business Development (from start-ups to SME’s) protocols. His role involves supporting Stella Tanks with Strategic Planning (including budgeting and control over actuals) in addition to implementing sound Financial and Cash Management practices.Christelle van Noordwyk
Managing Director aka Head of SchmooizngChristelle has more than 20 years worth of experience in Supply Chain Management. Her passion for freight forwarding and the export of agricultural products combined with her experience in Customer Services was fundamental to establishing Stella Tanks. Additionally, Christelle has built strong industry connections with a proven flair for Marketing and Sales Strategy.Wajdi Erasmus
Operations Manager aka Master YodaWajdi brings 30 years of experience in the Management and Compliance of Warehouses, Fitment and Distribution Facilities. His knowledge of the technical development and management of flexi and liner distribution within the South African bulk liquid market, offers Stella Tanks a distinct competitive advantage.Gerhard van Noordwyk
Finance Manager aka Master of ConGerhard has deep knowledge of Strategic Financial Management, Project Management and Business Development (from start-ups to SME’s) protocols. His role involves supporting Stella Tanks with Strategic Planning (including budgeting and control over actuals) in addition to implementing sound Financial and Cash Management practices.Rieda Erasmus
Warehouse Manager aka Container WhispererWith over 20 years of hands-on experience in Warehousing and Logistics, Rieda brings expertise in Stock Control, Inventory Management and Flexi tank Fittings to Stella Tanks. He ensures smooth coordination and efficiency across our freight and bulk liquid solutions.Marius Botha
LEGAL ADVISOR AKA LEGISLATION LOVERMarius has experience in Commercial Law and transactional business requirements. He oversees all the legal aspects of Stella Tanks and supports with risk management and future expansion considerations. Marius also serves as the second Director on the Board.Rina Hertog
Consultant aka Spreadsheet SorcererRina is a 35-year veteran in the sectors of Airfreight, Sea Freight and Freight Contract Management. In addition to her deep-rooted relationships within the international wine and bulk industry, Rina also offers vital Sales and Strategic input for Stella Tanks clients.
Heinrich Faroa
Supervisor aka Pallet ProdigyHeinrich has more than a decade of experience in Warehouse Operations, with a strong focus on flexibag fittings and the specialised logistics behind bulk liquid transport. He ensures every fitting is precise, compliant and up to the highest industry standards.Peter Pillay
SALES CONSULTANT AKA AMBASSADOR OF BUZZPeter has a track record that spans 30 years in various Senior Sales Management roles. He brings experience in the management of multiple vertical accounts within a multi-national company client base. Peter is also key to developing New Markets for Stella Tanks.Fazlen Barden
Admin Manager aka Paper WranglerWith over 15 years of experience managing Warehouse Logistics, Fazlen orchestrates our Loading Schedules, Transporter Management, and stock management systems - and so ensures everything runs on time and with precision. Our
Team
At the core of everything we do is a customer-centric approach, ensuring our partners benefit from solutions that are as fluid and dynamic as the industries we serve. We are more than logistics experts—we are trusted problem-solvers dedicated to shaping smarter, more resilient global supply chains.
Together, we move the world — sustainably, seamlessly and strategically.
Christelle van Noordwyk
Managing Director aka Head of SchmooizngChristelle has more than 20 years experience in Supply Chain Management. Her passion for freight forwarding and the export of agricultural products combined with her experience in Customer Services was fundamental to establishing Stella Tanks. Additionally, Christelle has built strong industry connections with a proven flair for Marketing and Sales Strategy.Wajdi Erasmus
Operations Manager aka Master YodaWajdi brings 30 years of experience in the Management and Compliance of Warehouses, Fitment and Distribution Facilities. His knowledge of the technical development and management of flexi and liner distribution within the South African bulk liquid market, offers Stella Tanks a distinct competitive advantage.Gerhard van Noordwyk
Finance Manager aka Master of CoinGerhard has deep knowledge of Strategic Financial Management, Project Management and Business Development (from start-ups to SME’s) protocols. His role involves supporting Stella Tanks with Strategic Planning (including budgeting and control over actuals) in addition to implementing sound Financial and Cash Management practices.Rieda Erasmus
Warehouse Manager aka Container WhispererWith over 20 years of hands-on experience in Warehousing and Logistics, Rieda brings expertise in Stock Control, Inventory Management and Flexi tank Fittings to Stella Tanks. He ensures smooth coordination and efficiency across our freight and bulk liquid solutions.Marius Botha
LEGAL ADVISOR AKA LEGISLATION LOVERMarius has far-reaching experience in Commercial Law and transactional business requirements. He oversees all the legal aspects of Stella Tanks and supports with risk management and future expansion considerations. Marius also serves as the second Director on the Board.Rina Hertog
Consultant aka Spreadsheet SorcererRina is a 35-year veteran in the sectors of Airfreight, Sea Freight and Freight Contract Management. In addition to her deep-rooted relationships within the international wine and bulk industry, Rina also offers vital Sales and Strategic input for Stella Tanks clients.
Heinrich Faroa
Supervisor aka Pallet ProdigyHeinrich has more than a decade of experience in Warehouse Operations, with a strong focus on flexibag fittings and the specialised logistics behind bulk liquid transport. He ensures every fitting is precise, compliant and up to the highest industry standards.Peter Pillay
SALES CONSULTANT AKA AMBASSADOR OF BUZZPeter has a track record that spans 30 years in various Senior Sales Management roles. He brings experience in the management of multiple vertical accounts within a multi-national company client base. Peter is also key to developing New Markets for Stella Tanks.Fazlen Barden
Admin Manager aka Paper WranglerWith over 15 years of experience managing Warehouse Logistics, Fazlen orchestrates our Loading Schedules, Transporter Management, and stock management systems - and so ensures everything runs on time and with precision.