Nontobeko Lynette Mhlongo
Network Developer (Energy Investment Specialist)
Durban
Summary
Experienced Investment Specialist with over 7 years of experience in Energy industry focusing on Oil and Gas investments with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Well-organized and systematic professional well-versed in creating forecasts for future sales trends and informing and suggesting ways to improve profitability. In-depth knowledge of current economic trends, SWOT analysis and Salesforce. Ambitious individual committed to implementing business solutions to boost profitability and productivity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Network Developer (Investment Specialist)
TotalEnergies
Durban
09.2021 - Current
- Planning of all redevelopment projects in close collaboration with Total Cards, Sales and Technical division
- Conducting regular market analysis of the KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape area to identify potential growth opportunities and prepare area strategy document in collaboration with Network Strategy and
- Investment Manager
- Prepare proposals and presentations for proposed developments for Management approval
- Conduct and validate feasibility studies on new network developments using the information provided by the Network Strategy and Investment Manager, own market analysis, Retail Fuel Sales team and
- DIVCOM
- Identified, negotiated and conclude deals for new investments on behalf of TotalEnergies and obtain management approval thereof in accordance with internal procedures and governance
- Advised and collaborated with the Retail Divisions in analyzing projects and preparing proposals for investment projects at 3 new facilities in KwaZulu-Natal
- Ensured all legal (including legal agreements) and regulatory requirements (including EIA, DOE licenses, traffic approval and town planning) for proposed developments are in place before handing the projects over to the Construction Team
- Continually network with relevant role players in the property development industry with special emphasis to be paid to National, Provincial and Municipal staff as well as private developers and professionals
- Hold regular meetings with the construction team for project status updates and provide consequent reporting to the Retail Management and propose corrective actions if necessary
- Ensure adequate reporting at all stages (investment planning, execution, and follow up) in close collaboration with other relevant Departments and to provide necessary support and guidance in cases of strategic acquisitions
- Ensure constant adherence and compliance to company HSEQ and security standards, local by-laws, standards and legislation to minimize all risk pertaining to environment, company assets and protection of life
- Ensure compliance to local by-laws and government regulation / legislation.
PLANNING ASSISTANT
UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU
NATAL
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Managing KPI data and reporting for the university's Annual Performance Plan
- Development of survey instruments
- Analysed data for transformation report & survey results
- Compiled drafts of 2019 Mid-term report, Annual Performance Plan 2020
- Assisting with data collecting for reporting to South Africa's Department of Higher Education and
SPECIAL PROJECTS MANAGER
Gauteng
07.2017 - 09.2017
- Delivered project data (zoning certificates, building plans and other permits)
- Managed project from end to end including cost management
- Compiled project report with recommendation on managing data in future
SNR. FUELS CATEGORY MANAGER
SHELL DOWNSTREAM SOUTH AFRICA
Bryanston
02.2017 - 05.2017
- Delivered demand forecast of the fuel demand for the countries service station maintaining above 80% accuracy
- Compiled data for planning volume progression plan for the South African business
- Managed agencies to deliver on fuels brand strategy and campaigns
- Coordinated Post-campaign reviews and quarterly business reviews with agencies.
INDIRECT CHANNEL PREMIUM SALES ACCELERATION MANAGER
SHELL USA
Houston
11.2014 - 10.2016
- Responsible for supporting indirect sales business as a Salesforce subject matter expert, driving improvement in sales 1st key performance indicators through greater use of the sales acceleration tool
- Support the Business Performance Manager regarding the End to End DFOA [Deliver for Our Account] review [a continuous improvement project using lean methodology]
- Assist the Marketing team as a Sales focal point, supporting Marketing through Salesforce campaign management
- Additionally supported the Sales team through provision of leads and opportunities
- Designated Safety Team Lead for the Indirect Sales team; delivered Safety Day presentations – supporting stakeholders and promoting Health Safety Security and Environment as a personal value within the department
NETWORK PLANNING ANALYST
SHELL DOWNSTREAM SOUTH AFRICA
Bryanston
05.2012 - 10.2014
- Member of the team responsible for the business development of service stations across South Africa
- Wrote investment proposals for Asset Integrity / Care and Maintain investment programmes
- Co-ordinated the capital expenditure programme and operational expenses programme [through L2 partners and across the Planning and Engineering teams]
- Tracked capital expenditure [$30 Mil] and operational expenditure, analysing and reporting on business
- KPIs
- Supported project management activities on Volume Ramp-Up and Retention for new and upgraded retail fuel stations in collaboration with the Marketing team
- Managed annual post-investment reviews on all investment projects and maintained databases through regular updating
- Volunteer Peer Educator; informed staff regarding wellness topics and supporting the network as the
- Resilience - Think Well Facilitator.
OPERATIONS EXCELLENCE ANALYST
SHELL DOWNSTREAM SOUTH AFRICA
Bryanston
01.2011 - 04.2012
- Support wet stock management data analysis, facilitating improvement on site tracker submission
- Assist the Operations Excellence Manager regarding data management and reporting on the rewards and recognition programme and resolved customer complaints
- Support the 2012 Active Selling World Championship Incentive through apt project management activities
- Played a key role as the group records management focal point, assisting the Retail business with diligent record-keeping
- Provide change management support during system improvement and upgrades, working across businesses and functions to ensure limited impact on end users/customers [2012 / 2013 SAP Upgrade as the Retrofit Focal Point]
Education
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE HONOURS - MARKETING MANAGEMENT
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Pietermaritzburg 02.2010 - 12.2010
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - ECONOMICS And MARKETING MANAGEMENT
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Pietermaritzburg 02.2006 - 12.2009
Skills
Conveying written information using proper grammarResponding to customer situations with sensitivityResponding to challenging team situations at workIndeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continuedInnovative, investigative, and process-orientedExcellent presentation and public speaking skills mindsetOutstanding planning, organisational and timeAble to apply analytical thinking to reachLogical problem-solving abilities
Investments
Networking skills
Feasibility reviews
Land utilization
Field surveying
Project Feasibility Studies
Data analysis
Zoning
Project Management
[Area of expertise] planning
Research experience
Report writing and documentation
Contract Negotiation
Interpersonal communications
Data Entry
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Training and Development
First Aid/CPR
Forecast tracking
Reporting skills
Competitive analysis
Budgeting
Cultural Awareness
Planning and execution
Business development and planning
Records retention
ROI familiarity
Root Cause Analysis
Microsoft Word
Microsoft SharePoint
Cross-functional teamwork
Certification
Customer Service (4 years)
Accomplishments
- Achieved results by introducing Salesforce for leads management tasks.
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of Volume Ramp-up and Retention Programme.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop deal performance tracking spreadsheet.
Timeline
Network Developer (Investment Specialist)
TotalEnergies
09.2021 - Current
PLANNING ASSISTANT
UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU
05.2019 - 08.2020
SPECIAL PROJECTS MANAGER
Gauteng
07.2017 - 09.2017
SNR. FUELS CATEGORY MANAGER
SHELL DOWNSTREAM SOUTH AFRICA
02.2017 - 05.2017
INDIRECT CHANNEL PREMIUM SALES ACCELERATION MANAGER
SHELL USA
11.2014 - 10.2016
NETWORK PLANNING ANALYST
SHELL DOWNSTREAM SOUTH AFRICA
05.2012 - 10.2014
OPERATIONS EXCELLENCE ANALYST
SHELL DOWNSTREAM SOUTH AFRICA
01.2011 - 04.2012
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE HONOURS - MARKETING MANAGEMENT
University of KwaZulu-Natal
02.2010 - 12.2010
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - ECONOMICS And MARKETING MANAGEMENT
University of KwaZulu-Natal
02.2006 - 12.2009