MAHLODI LYDIA MOLEFE
COMMERCIAL ADVISOR
Pretoria
Summary
I am a focused, result-driven, self-motivated, and enthusiastic. I am eager to exercise the knowledge I obtained from real life situations that I have experienced and gain more technical skills in a challenging work environment while contributing to meet deadlines, and produce deliverables expected of me. I enjoy working with and being part of a successful productive team, but also thrive in individual projects. More than capable of leading a team and thrive working in high pressure and challenging working environments. Naturally I possess excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills, manage work relationships well and have the ability to influence decisions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Advisor
OUTsurance
Pretoria
07.2024 - Current
- Analyzed and negotiated products and terms and conditions.
- Performed other duties to support goals and objectives of relationship management teams.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions tailored to specific client needs.
- Bolstered brand reputation through exceptional customer service experiences, addressing concerns promptly while maintaining professional demeanor.
- Built and maintained relationships with associates, customers and vendors.
- Evaluated and refined sales processes to enhance productivity levels, contributing towards achieving organizational sales targets.
- Optimized pricing structures by analyzing competitive landscape data and adjusting offerings accordingly.
- Delivered timely reports on commercial performance metrics to senior management for informed decision-making purposes.
- Conduct supervisory oversight and participate in supervisory practices
- Analyzing, monitoring and forming a view of risks
- Spearheaded strategic planning initiatives aimed at increasing market share while maintaining profitability levels within acceptable thresholds.
- Built long-lasting relationships with key clients through consistent communication and excellent service delivery.
- Contributing to and participate in risk-based meetings with key individuals and auditors
- Contribute towards the attainment of departmental strategic objectives.
- Contribute towards the attainment of operational objectives.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing expert advice on commercial strategies and market trends.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
- Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
- Consulted with businesses to supply accurate product and service information.
- Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
- Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
- Contributed to company growth by identifying potential mergers and acquisitions, conducting due diligence, and facilitating negotiations.
Facilitator
BMW Rosslyn – Automotive Industry Development Centre
Pretoria
03.2018 - 08.2018
- Effective technical and problem solving of Manufacturing and Engineering
- Skills development and training in automotive parts
- Developing and implementing test procedures
- Design and plan the group process and select the tools that best help the group progress towards that outcome.
- Vehicle components and material used
- Provide technical advice and answering questions and queries
- Writing reports and giving presentation
- Guide and control the group process to ensure that:
- There is effective participation.
- Participants achieve a mutual understanding.
- Their contributions are considered and included in the ideas, solutions or decisions that emerge.
- Ensure that outcomes, actions, and questions are properly recorded and actioned, and appropriately dealt with afterwards.
- Leadership and Building Rapport
- Enhanced program effectiveness by collaborating with colleagues to review and revise curriculum content regularly.
- Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
- Contributed to improved team performance by facilitating workshops on communication, collaboration, and problem-solving techniques.
- Promoted continuous learning within the organization by sharing best practices and lessons learned from various facilitation experiences.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to continuously improve quality and relevance of programs offered.
Diesel Mechanic - Diesel Electrical Fitter
Transnet Engineering
Pretoria
06.2014 - 08.2017
- Diagnose of Diesel Engine Locomotives (buffer to buffer) - GM
- Mathematical Skills
- Troubleshooting, repair engines and diagnose problems. Find problems and execute a solution.
- Communication: Take the complex jargon of the industry and translate to the everyday language
- Comfort with technology
- Understanding of and ability to work with hand tools
- Electrical: Detect faults, Repair and Install Wiring
- Install electrical components
- Interpret electrical schematic
- Analyze electrical circuits
- Electrical Measurements and Instrumentation: reading and manipulating instruments
- Power Transmission and Transmission Line Fundamentals
- Power Electronic Circuits
- Fundamentals of electrical power generation and maintenance of electrical power plants
- Read and interpret electrical schematic
- Calculation of Resistance, Voltage and Current
- Practice Safety
- Supported overall workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to safety guidelines.
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, parts replacements, and services performed for reference during future work.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Diagnosed complex engine problems, significantly reducing downtime for fleet locomotives.
- Conducted electrical repairs and installations, ensuring electrical systems operated efficiently.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Managed parts inventory and tracked status of recent orders to maintain tool and equipment stock.
- Completed complex wiring projects within tight deadlines, ensuring minimal downtime for clients.
Education
Regulatory Examination Certificate RE5 - Finance
Moonstone - FSCA
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Supervision of Construction Processes - Engineering
PPC – Motheo Construction Group
Pretoria03.2022
CogLab–Critical Thinking Training Module -
Harambee Corporate Programme
Pretoria02.2019
Artisan Diesel Electrical Fitter Trade - Engineering
Transnet School of Engineering
Pretoria07-2017
National Certificate in Electrical Engineering N2 - Engineering
Tshwane North College
Pretoria12.2015
National Certificate in Civil Engineering N6 -
Tshwane North College
Pretoria12.2013
National Senior Certificate -
Clapham High School
Pretoria12.2011
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships
- Team Leader
- Facilitation Skills
- Planning and organizing
- Research and Presentation skills
- Self-motivated and team player
- Reliable
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Oficiency in the use of Microsoft (MS) Office products such as MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint and other related software packages
- Interpersonal skills
- Collaborative
Timeline
Commercial Advisor
OUTsurance
07.2024 - Current
Facilitator
BMW Rosslyn – Automotive Industry Development Centre
03.2018 - 08.2018
Diesel Mechanic - Diesel Electrical Fitter
Transnet Engineering
06.2014 - 08.2017
Regulatory Examination Certificate RE5 - Finance
Moonstone - FSCA
04.2001 -
Supervision of Construction Processes - Engineering
PPC – Motheo Construction Group
CogLab–Critical Thinking Training Module -
Harambee Corporate Programme
Artisan Diesel Electrical Fitter Trade - Engineering
Transnet School of Engineering
National Certificate in Electrical Engineering N2 - Engineering
Tshwane North College
National Certificate in Civil Engineering N6 -
Tshwane North College
National Senior Certificate -
Clapham High School
References
- Nobukhosi Zwane (Team Manager) - 083 799 9426 - Outsurance
- Bongiwe Mototi (Team Manager) - 084 878 1937 - Outsurance
- Eddie Lupatla (Senior Training Officer) - 012 842 5382, 073 431 8672, 078 181 9291 - Transnet Engineering