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Mabeba S. — Mid-Level Account Manager from South Africa

Mabeba S.

Mid-Level Account Manager

South Africa 3-6 years
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Sekedi M. serves as an Account Manager and Project Manager at Bastion Group based in Johannesburg, South Africa. In this dual role, Sekedi manages comprehensive project life cycles, overseeing planning, budgeting, and administrative tasks. He excels as the primary liaison between clients and cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery by organizing project kick-offs, tracking milestones, and managing resources. Sekedi employs Project Management techniques to enhance client retention through high-quality project outcomes. He plays a pivotal role in facilitating scrum meetings, resolving bottlenecks, and coordinating with vendors for technical readiness. Previously, at Distell (Heineken), Sekedi supported marketing campaigns and contributed to digital content development. His educational background includes an Advanced Diploma in Business Management and proficiency in tools like MS Project and ClickUp. With certifications in Sales and Account Management, PRINCE2, and Digital Marketing, Sekedi is adept at aligning organizational objectives with client needs, fostering opportunities for revenue growth.

Experience

  • Account Manager / Project Manager

    Bastion Group · 2022 — Present
    Overseeing full project life cycles, which encompasses planning, budgeting, quoting, invoicing, and administrative duties. Serving as the main contact for clients and cross-functional teams to guarantee timely project delivery. Organizing and leading project kick-offs, establishing timelines, and tracking key project milestones. Managing client portfolios, striving for client retention through the delivery of high-quality project outcomes. Conducting scrum meetings to prioritize crucial tasks, addressing bottlenecks, and promoting operational efficiency. Monitoring resource usage across various projects to ensure timely assignment and completion of work. Keeping up with industry trends to provide clients with strategic advice for maintaining a competitive advantage. Presenting design concepts to clients following their briefs to ensure effective implementation of requests. Consulting clients on product optimization strategies based on their business approach. Identifying cross-sell and up-sell opportunities to enhance revenue generation. Overseeing onboarding processes for new clients and suppliers, ensuring technical integration and documentation for operational readiness. Traveling to client locations for sign-offs, initiating meetings, and delivering necessary collateral. Assisting in the preparation and coordination of Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure precise documentation aligned with project requirements. Upholding service consistency through quality assurance checks of reports, digital platforms, and broadcast deliverables. Collaborating with vendors and external partners to secure resources and ensure technical readiness for client projects. Conducting debriefing sessions with clients to collect feedback aimed at fostering long-term partnerships. Organizing corporate events in conjunction with partners and internal teams for effective coordination and successful execution.
  • Brand Marketing Intern

    Distell (Heineken) · 2021 — 2022
    Assisted in the execution of marketing campaigns and supported the management of influencer partnerships to enhance brand awareness and engagement. Coordinated with creative agencies and internal sales teams to integrate Above-the-Line (ATL) and Below-the-Line (BTL) strategies with the objectives of campaigns. Aided in the planning and realization of events, activations, and promotional campaigns, ensuring both effective coordination and adherence to brand standards. Monitored inventory levels, pricing, and performance metrics of campaigns to facilitate data-driven decision-making and reporting. Contributed to the scheduling and development of digital content across social media platforms to bolster online presence and engage audiences effectively. Conducted market research into trends, competitors, and consumer behaviors to support the creation of innovative marketing strategies and concepts.

Skills & Expertise

Education

  • Advanced Diploma in Business Management
    null · — — 2025
  • Business Management Studies
    null · 2018 — 2021

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