Brian Molepo
Bryanston,GP
Summary
Professional manager with a focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Proven ability to lead and develop teams, adapt to changing needs, and drive operational efficiency. Skilled in merchandising and display management, staff scheduling, and asset management. performance management, and relationship building. Reliable and consistently deliver on organizational goals. Excited about the opportunity to further engage and take the next step towards joining your company.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Area manager
Edge FieldMarketing
Sandton, Gauteng
2025.10 - Current
- Developing and maintaining strong relationships with retail stakeholders & suppliers leading to increased client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Onboarding and training of new ambassadors to prepare for field performance and smooth integration into the team.
- Managing daily operations for optimal ambassador performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
- Conducting regular ambassador performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and best practices when dealing with customers.
- Overseeing inventory management, distributing resources to ensure effective and efficient team performance. Reducing costs through accurate forecasting and strategic purchasing decisions.
- Establishing team priorities, maintaining schedules and monitoring performance.
County Field Manager
Publicis Groupe (MMS)
Bryanston, ZA
2022.03 - 2025.09
- Facilitated field operations through supervision and direction of field personnel.
- Improved customer satisfaction by effectively addressing concerns and providing prompt resolutions.
- Developed detailed reports on project status updates while also conducting regular meetings; these efforts kept both internal teams informed of progress and external clients aware of how their investments were faring.
- Coordinated and scheduled field personnel to cover operations throughout assigned regional area.
- Facilitated training sessions for new hires, significantly improving their field performance and integration into team.
- Evaluated team performance to identify areas for development and implement targeted training programs, boosting overall skill levels.
Field Marketer
Publicis Groupe (MMS)
Bryanston, ZA
2019.09 - 2022.01
- Enhanced overall customer experience by providing knowledgeable insights about products during presentations.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing any concerns or inquiries regarding promoted products.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create impactful in-store displays and promotional materials.
- Assembled reports and presentations to share insights and recommendations with stakeholders.
- Boosted sales through effective product demonstrations and engaging customer interactions.
- Initiated and provided in-store product knowledge sessions to educate store personnel and management.
- Consistently exceeded performance goals by maintaining high levels of productivity throughout daily activities.
Area Marketer
SMD Technologies
2016.05 - 2019.08
- Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing comprehensive marketing strategies.
- Onboarded new team members and coached personnel in marketing tasks.
- Boosted sales through the creation and execution of targeted advertising campaigns.
- Collected and analyzed data from variety of sources to create detailed market research reports for top-level decision makers.
Field Consultant
Peak (in-store)
2015.05 - 2016.02
- Drive scheduled promotions & ad-hoc in-store
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of market trends and developments, adjusting strategies as needed to stay competitive in the industry.
- Facilitated effective communication between clients and internal teams, ensuring alignment on project goals and expectations.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring ongoing business opportunities and referrals.
Field Marketer
Unilever Personal Care
Johannesburg, ZA
2012.06 - 2014.07
- Manage stock level and place orders
- Monitor new innovations including competitors
- Communicate promotion activity
- Implement planograms
- Record wrong coded and damaged stock from warehouse
- Return overstock and report shortages
Education
No Degree - Visual And Performing Arts
Performing Arts [PRIDA]
Johannesburg, South Africa2008-12
No Degree - Radio And Television Broadcasting
TV [Media Concept]
Johannesburg2007-11
Matric Certificate -
Matladi Project High
Polokwane2005-12
NVQ Level 5 - Management
Apex Academy
Johannesburg, Gauteng 2024.09 - 2025.08
Skills
- Employee management
- Retail operations knowledge
- Performance Management
- Customer relationship management
- Key Performance Indicator monitoring
- Merchandising and display management
- Staff scheduling
- Mentoring and coaching
- Asset Management
References
References available upon request.
Personal Information
- ID Number: 8703305720089
- Title: Area Manager
References
Available on Request
Timeline
Area manager
Edge FieldMarketing
2025.10 - Current
NVQ Level 5 - Management
Apex Academy
2024.09 - 2025.08
County Field Manager
Publicis Groupe (MMS)
2022.03 - 2025.09
Field Marketer
Publicis Groupe (MMS)
2019.09 - 2022.01
Area Marketer
SMD Technologies
2016.05 - 2019.08
Field Consultant
Peak (in-store)
2015.05 - 2016.02
Field Marketer
Unilever Personal Care
2012.06 - 2014.07
No Degree - Radio And Television Broadcasting
TV [Media Concept]
Matric Certificate -
Matladi Project High
No Degree - Visual And Performing Arts
Performing Arts [PRIDA]