Hi, I’m
MAKHOSONKE FREDDY
Chief Operating Officer
Benoni,GP
Summary
Results-driven and visionary leader with over a decade of experience in driving operational excellence, strategic growth, and innovation in the electrical and renewable energy sectors. Proven track record of delivering exceptional results, leading high-performing teams, and fostering strategic partnerships. As Chief Operating Officer at Lungisa Ubunye Electrical, leveraging expertise in business management, sales, and operations to drive the company's growth strategy, expand market share, and promote sustainable energy solutions. With over 16 years of corporate experience in various positions, mainly in sales & operations and marketing, has a proven track record in business acumen and stakeholder engagement. Possessing strong leadership and communication skills, excels in problem-solving and relationship management. A graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management, currently enrolling for an MBA, eager to leverage HR expertise and strategic insight to contribute significantly to your team and drive exceptional results.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
4
Languages
Work History
Lungisa UbunyeBenoni
Chief Operating Officer
2022.09 - Current (3 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Reporting to the Managing Director for the Southern Africa Business Area, my responsibilities include leading the development and implementation of our operational strategy
- Driving cross-functional collaboration
- Providing support for new business development initiatives
- Development of strategic partnerships with key industry stakeholders
- Scenario planning and analysis for short-, medium- and long-term strategic planning
- Developing and leading the digital evolution Lungisa Ubunye Electrical
- Business to remain at the forefront of crop solution innovation and creativity
- Formulated strategic plans aligning with overall company vision; setting achievable short and long-term goals to drive growth and profitability.
- Promoted a positive corporate culture by implementing employee engagement programs that recognized achievement and fostered collaboration among teams.
- Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and systems, leading to increased productivity and cost savings.
Ledaine TradingDurban
National Key Accounts Manager
2020.11 - 2022.05 (1 education.year_Label & 6 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Manages National Sales Team Top Tile division and Business Key Account
- Developed and implemented sales strategy for inland region and planning the Execution
- Communicated sales plans and programs to the sales team and agents and to the trade partners through contact reports
- Planned fieldwork to meet required deadlines and budgets
- Managed warehouse consignment stock
- Achieved/exceeded the annual sales operational plan in accordance to set targets
Fluidra SASandton
Trade Depot Sales and Operations Manager
2019.07 - 2020.01 (6 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Managed Gauteng trade depots sales and operation
- Implemented and executed sales strategy for all trade depots
- Planned the fieldwork to meet with clients and to achieve set budget
- Achieved/exceeded the annual sales operational plan in accordance to set targets
Fluidra/ZodiacCenturion
Inland Regional Manager (Member of the Management Committee)
2017.09 - 2019.06 (1 education.year_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Managed inland region: Northwest, Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Limpopo and Free State
- Implemented and executed sales strategy for all trade depots
- Planned the fieldwork to meet with clients and to achieve set budget
- Achieved/exceeded the annual sales operational plan in accordance to set targets
NestleBrynston
Field Manager
2008.03 - 2017.08 (9 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Position Held Since 2008 - 2017: Marketing Procurement Specialist (Feb 2008 – March 2009), Marketing Research (April 2009 – Sept 2010), Sales Rep (Oct 2010 – Oct 2016), Field Manager (Oct 2016 – Aug 2017)
South African BreweriesPietermaritzburg
Credit Controller
2004.03 - 2008.01 (3 education.years_Label & 10 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve billing errors, ensuring timely payment from clients.
- Reached out to customers to check on payments and convey options.
- Obtained payments and entered details into system.
- Reviewed customer accounts for compliance with repayment obligations.
Education
REGENESYS BUSINESS SCHOOL SASandton
Post Graduate Diploma from Business Management
2021.03 - 2022.06 (1 education.year_Label & 3 education.months_Label)
REGENESYS BUSINESS SCHOOL SASandton
International Leadership Development Program
2019.03 - 2020.02 (11 education.months_Label)
REGENESYS BUSINESS SCHOOL SASandton
BBA from Business Administration
2019.02 - 2020.02 (1 education.year_Label)
REGENESYS BUSINESS SCHOOLSandton
International Leadership Development Program from Leadership
2019.02 - 2020.02 (1 education.year_Label)
UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIAPretoria
Retail Management Development Program (NQF Level 6) from Retail
2017.02 - 2018.03 (1 education.year_Label & 1 education.month_Label)
SHAW ACADEMYOnline
Foundation Diploma from Digital Marketing
2014.03 - 2015.04 (1 education.year_Label & 1 education.month_Label)
SEHOPOTSO SEC SCHOOLSebokeng
High School Diploma
1999.01 - 1999.12 (11 education.months_Label)
Skills
BUSINESS ACUMEN
HIGH LEVEL NETWORKING
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
Accomplishments
- Stakeholder Engagement Recognition (2021)
- Regional Manager of the year (2018)
- Region of the year (2018)
- Awarded Sales Rep of the year (2015)
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/10/80
- Nationality: South African
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
Lungisa Ubunye
2022.09 - Current (3 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
REGENESYS BUSINESS SCHOOL SA
Post Graduate Diploma from Business Management
2021.03 - 2022.06 (1 education.year_Label & 3 education.months_Label)
National Key Accounts Manager
Ledaine Trading
2020.11 - 2022.05 (1 education.year_Label & 6 education.months_Label)
Trade Depot Sales and Operations Manager
Fluidra SA
2019.07 - 2020.01 (6 education.months_Label)
REGENESYS BUSINESS SCHOOL SA
International Leadership Development Program
2019.03 - 2020.02 (11 education.months_Label)
REGENESYS BUSINESS SCHOOL SA
BBA from Business Administration
2019.02 - 2020.02 (1 education.year_Label)
REGENESYS BUSINESS SCHOOL
International Leadership Development Program from Leadership
2019.02 - 2020.02 (1 education.year_Label)
Inland Regional Manager (Member of the Management Committee)
Fluidra/Zodiac
2017.09 - 2019.06 (1 education.year_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA
Retail Management Development Program (NQF Level 6) from Retail
2017.02 - 2018.03 (1 education.year_Label & 1 education.month_Label)
SHAW ACADEMY
Foundation Diploma from Digital Marketing
2014.03 - 2015.04 (1 education.year_Label & 1 education.month_Label)
Field Manager
Nestle
2008.03 - 2017.08 (9 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
Credit Controller
South African Breweries
2004.03 - 2008.01 (3 education.years_Label & 10 education.months_Label)
SEHOPOTSO SEC SCHOOL
High School Diploma
1999.01 - 1999.12 (11 education.months_Label)