Thabang Sekobane

• Accelerated Leadership programme focused in bakeries within PepsiCo SA.

Departmental rotations in all areas (Production, Maintenance, Quality, Safety,

Distribution, Sales, Finance, Dispatch and Fleet Workshop) within designated bakery to

better understand holistic operations within bakery space and ad hoc visits to other

bakeries for best practices learnings. Simultaneously, on an academic programme

facilitated by Rhodes University working on real-life business cases faced by PepsiCo

SA.

• Achieved over 40% annual sales growth for my region
• Nominated for Area Manager of the year in 2022•
• Oversaw store ordering, stock levels, and returns, achieving and reducing discrepancies by 75%.
• Streamlined ordering processes to ensure accurate stock levels.
• Negotiated and implemented promotional activities and POP displays to boost visibility and drive sales.
• Maintained shelf standards and resolved pricing and delivery issues to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Tracked and reported on sales metrics, providing insights for decision-making.
• Updated records, conducted price surveys, and managed equipment and assets
• Addressed issues and proposed solutions to improve operations.
• Enforced policies and ensured consistent operational standards.
• Managed attendance and coordinated leave for staff, ensuring coverage.
• Prepared monthly payroll and conducted floor walks.
• Enhanced staff performance through training and coaching.
• Reported to the Regional Operations Manager on status, challenges, and achievements.
• Conducted appraisals and set targets to drive performance.

• Executed promotional activities with a 90% success rate, ensuring effective

implementation and results.

• Achieved 90% of point-of-purchase (POP) objectives through strategic planning and

execution.

• Optimized promotional activities to meet business objectives and drive results.

• Drove POP objectives with strategic planning and efficient execution.

• Led operational excellence by implementing continuous improvement and process

optimization.

• Spearheaded sales efforts, reaching sales targets through strategic tactics.

• Built and maintained strong client relationships through regular communication.

• Applied data-driven insights to enhance business execution and decision-making.

• Developed and led high-performing teams with effective management and leadership.

• Monitored market trends to adapt strategies and stay ahead of innovations.

• Controlled expenses through efficient cost management and budgeting.

• Maintained asset serviceability with regular maintenance and quality control.

• Demonstrated teamwork and self-management through collaboration and leadership.

• Explored various business units and departments to understand FMCG industry dynamics.

• Conducted market visits and engaged with customers to gather insights on their needs

and preferences.

• Adapted knowledge to address challenges and implement effective solutions.

• Developed and executed sales strategies to achieve targets.

• Established and maintained strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders

while monitoring industry trends to maintain a competitive edge.