Bongani Mayisela

Dedicated Pricing and Revenue Yield Analyst with over 15 years of experience in the car rental industry. Proven ability to analyse market data, implement effective pricing strategies, and optimize revenue and utilization. Expertise includes competitor analysis, rate setting, and KPI monitoring to drive profitability. Seeking to leverage extensive analytical and strategic planning skills to foster growth and manage key accounts for a leading car rental company.

Pricing and Revenue Yield Analyst - SANI SIXT Car Rental

(2023-09)

• Analyzed market data and competitor pricing to identify opportunities for enhancement and ensure rate competitiveness
• Conducted forward planning, including tracking special events and implementing rate adjustments to ensure no adverse effect on the forward reservations book
• Executed pricing strategies aligned with local and global market conditions, competitive analysis, and company objectives
• Established rental rates, discounts, and promotions to maximize revenue and utilization
• Verified and implemented or released stop sell requests from Operations, subject to appropriate management approval
• Monitored rental performance using data analysis tools to identify trends, patterns, and insights related to pricing and revenue, thereby optimizing pricing strategies across applicable business segments (local leisure, inbound, and partners)
• Prepared comprehensive reports and analyses to communicate pricing performance and recommendations to key stakeholders
• Oversaw key performance indicators (KPIs) related to pricing and revenue
• Ensured optimal pricing strategies to maximize revenue and profitability
• Collaborated closely with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams to align pricing strategies and ensure effective execution
• Communicated pricing strategies and performance updates to stakeholders
• Facilitated and scheduled weekly meetings with Operations General Managers

Supervisor : Pricing Systems - AvisBudget Car Rental (ZEDA Car Rental)

(2009-01 - 2023-08)

• Managed daily competitor rate shops using QL2 to ensure accurate market intelligence
• Ensured accurate loading of Avis Budget rates within the system
• Interpreted competitor rate shop data to provide key insights, specials, and promotional recommendations
• Configured new pricing programs within the Warloc System
• Mapped competitor fleets to Avis Budget car groups to ensure strategic alignment
• Created insurance tables in Warloc in accordance with new pricing programmes
• Resolved queries pertaining to rates on rental invoices
• Maintained daily records of fleet availability for rental
• Communicated daily fleet status to the Demand Analyst for national fleet planning, allocation, and pricing strategies
• Provided strategic advice on competitor fleet changes
• Verified all inbound and local leisure rates on the website to identify and rectify any loading errors
• Ensured accurate loading of all Tour Operator rates into the system as per PLC agreements

Data Collection Supervisor - Statistics South Africa

(2006-03 - 2007-03)

• Developed and implemented data collection procedures and plans
• Managed fieldworkers and associated resources effectively
• Maintained continuous communication with the Regional Manager regarding survey/census progress
• Scrutinized data collected by fieldworkers to ensure accuracy and identify errors
• Ensured all travel logistics were arranged for fieldworkers
• Coordinated the listing and updating of dwelling units within sampled areas
• Developed district operational plans for fieldwork projects
• Managed survey resources, including transportation and questionnaires
• Allocated dwelling units to fieldworkers for data collection
• Assisted fieldworkers with data collection in challenging households
• Confirmed awareness and presence within selected areas with local authorities and SAPS

Grade 12 - Comprehensive High School