Meet the Leaders: Driving Excellence Across South Africa

Chris is an accomplished finance leader with over 15 years of experience. Starting his career as a Management Consultant at Accenture, he has since held senior finance roles in the FMCG, Engineering and Pharmaceutical industries. A fully qualified Chartered Accountant (SA) and Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), Chris is dedicated to driving financial excellence at Fresenius Kabi South Africa.

At a glance

• CFO of Fresenius Kabi South Africa since May 2024
• Over 18 years experience in senior finance roles across various industries
• Specialist in strategic operational finance

Calvin is the Country HR Head at Fresenius Kabi, where he leads the human resource function in partnership with the leadership team to drive transformation and sustainable performance. With over 15 years of progressive HR experience in multinational environments, Calvin has supported manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial operations, consistently aligning people strategies with business objectives.

His career is marked by a strong track record in organisational change, employee engagement, and building high-performance cultures, while maintaining robust labour relations and compliance. Calvin is known for his practical, business-oriented approach to HR and his ability to support leadership teams through periods of change and growth.

Calvin holds an MBA and is a Chartered HR Professional, reflecting his expertise in both business leadership and professional HR practice.

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• Head of Human Resources since February 2026
• Over 15 years of leadership and management experience
• Practical, business-oriented HR leader with a focus on organisational change, employee engagement, and high-performance culture

Albertha serves as the Marketing Director at Fresenius Kabi, South Africa, bringing a wealth of experience and dedication to the role. In her tenure within the company, Albertha has held various positions that have honed her expertise in marketing, demand management, tenders, and the pharmaceutical industry in general. She holds degrees in B.Sc. Dietetics and B.Sc. (Hons) Psychology. Her leadership is characterised by a commitment to excellence and support, driving the marketing strategies that align with Fresenius Kabi's mission to support and improve patient care.

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• Marketing director of Fresenius Kabi South Africa since 2009
• 30 years of service at Fresenius Kabi
• Extensive experience in marketing and general operations

As the MedTech Business Unit Manager at Fresenius Kabi, Angela Alfonso leads the MedTech division at Fresenius Kabi South Africa. Angela is passionate about engaging with the customers, understanding their needs, and creating tailored solutions together. This collaborative process is the heart of her job and a constant source of inspiration for Angela.

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• MedTech Business Unit Manger Since 2010
• Over 30 years experience in the Health Care Industry

As the Head of Quality Assurance and Responsible Pharmacist, Sharon is integral to the management of Quality, Regulatory, and Pharmacovigilance functions at Fresenius Kabi South Africa. Bringing nearly three decades of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Sharon has demonstrated profound leadership in Quality and Production sectors since 1995. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy from Rhodes University and her Honours in Production Management. Sharon’s tenure at the company began in 2016. Sharon’s Quality Management approach combines a deep understanding of quality systems with a commitment to sustainable practices within the industry. She is dedicated to enhancing the quality culture at Fresenius Kabi SA daily, whilst ensuring the maintenance of a robust and sustainable quality system. Sharon is passionate in demonstrating the contribution that regulatory and quality input can make to business objectives.

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• Head of Quality Assurance/ Responsible Pharmacist since February 2017
• 30 years of experience in Quality and Production management in the pharmaceutical industry
• Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, as well as an Honours Degree in Production Management
• Passionate about leadership’s role in the sustainability of quality systems and daily enhancement of the quality culture at Fresenius Kabi South Africa

As Regulatory Affairs Manager of Fresenius Kabi South Africa,  Mumtaaz is responsible for driving internal and external regulatory compliance for registration and maintenance of medicines in South Africa and Sub-saharan African export markets. Collaborative worksharing and developing strategies is a key driver for Mumtaaz in registering small and large molecules in the innovative and generic market spheres. Before joining Fresenius Kabi, Mumtaaz worked at Janssen Pharmaceuticals (Johnson & Johnson) in different roles for more than a decade.

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• Regulatory Affairs Manager at Fresenius Kabi since February 2024
• Almost 20 years pharmaceutical industry experience comprising of regulatory and medical affairs
• Extensive experience in different pharmaceutical sectors

Danai joined Fresenius Kabi South Africa in February 2024 and brings with her several years of corporate in-house legal and compliance experience gained in different industries. Danai is an admitted attorney and throughout her career has held legal and compliance focused roles in both local and multinational organisations including at Bridgestone South Africa, Saint-Gobain Africa and Merensky Timber. She holds an LLB from the University of Pretoria and a Postgraduate Diploma in Compliance from the University of Johannesburg.

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• Local Compliance Officer of Fresenius Kabi South Africa since February 2024
• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
• Significant in-house legal and compliance experience in multinational environments

Guy is a seasoned and passionate professional in the field of information technology. Guy’s proactive approach and deep understanding of complex systems have enabled him to tackle some of the most challenging projects. He guides his team with a blend of wisdom and insight that comes from years of hands-on experience.

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• Joined Fresenius in 2007
• Operational leadership within the pharmaceutical industry
• Pivotal in positioning Fresenius at the forefront of  technological advancements

Vincent is repsonsible for overseeing the Production, Maintenance, Projects and Health and Safety topics for the Midrand site. Vincent has been the lead in multiple major imporvement projects within the aseptic services unit and the Midrand site as a whole. He has been involved in the pharmaceutical industry for over 2 decades and has held multiple leadership rolls in multinational and local companyies.

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• Over 20 Years in 3 different pharmaceutical companies
• 5 years at major food companies
• Plant manager at Fresenius Kabi South Africa - Midrand Aspetic Services Unit since 2017

As the Head of Supply Chain at Fresenius Kabi South Africa, Anthony is a results-driven and strategic leader with extensive experience in driving operational excellence, enhancing efficiency, and reducing costs. He has a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects, leading cross-functional teams, and implementing impactful process improvements. His expertise spans across various sectors, including retail, consumer goods, cold chain logistics, FMCG, e-commerce, and the pharmaceutical industry.

At a glance

• Head of Supply Chain at Fresenius Kabi since January 2024
• Over 30 years of experience in the Supply Chain industry, holding senior management positions
• Strong expertise in warehouse and logistics design, including process mapping and optimisation