Sylvester Manganye
Midrand
Summary
Analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. with extensive business experience, gained from starting and managing businesses. Skilled in creating business plans covering risk mitigation, business development and competitor assessments. History of launching new businesses and overcoming obstacles to generate revenue and expand operations.
I enjoy art, sports(mainly tennis, golf and motorsport), food and lime flavoured milkshakes. I play the guitar and love taking photographs.I have been involved in some student governance roles while at university by being a part of the Mathematics Students Council, and SRC sub-committee.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Managing Assistant
Thuto Outfitters
Johannesburg
02.2020 - Current
- Identified areas for expansion by analyzing market, consumer trends and competition.
- Managed daily operational strategy, applying business acumen and industry-specific knowledge.
- Tracked labor, sales and inventory and managed operations.
Startup Founder
Olova Digital
Johannesburg
08.2019 - Current
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Performed consumer and competitive research to uncover emerging opportunities.
- Recruited IT staff to align business goals with powerful technology.
- Networked with potential clients and industry leaders to build brand awareness and uncover industry trends.
- Established culture, vision, goals and objectives to enhance business operations.
Teaching Assistant
University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg
02.2017 - 12.2019
- Supported Undergraduate students' academic progress by providing one-on-one attention to help guide learning and comprehension in mathematics.
- Assisted with grading assessments.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Education
Master of Science - Mathematics
University of The Witwatersand
Johannesburg 02.2019 - 12.2021
Certificate - Data Science
Explore Data Science Academy
Johannesburg 01.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science Honours - Mathematics
University of The Witwatersand
Johannesburg 02.2017 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science -
University of The Witwatersand
Johannesburg 02.2013 - 12.2018
Skills
Python Programming
Mathematics
Data Science
Client engagement
Sales and marketing
Business planning and development
Operations management
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Managing Assistant
Thuto Outfitters
02.2020 - Current
Startup Founder
Olova Digital
08.2019 - Current
Master of Science - Mathematics
University of The Witwatersand
02.2019 - 12.2021
Certificate - Data Science
Explore Data Science Academy
01.2019 - 12.2019
Teaching Assistant
University of the Witwatersrand
02.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science Honours - Mathematics
University of The Witwatersand
02.2017 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science -
University of The Witwatersand
02.2013 - 12.2018