Olwethu Mpuhlu
Accounts Manager
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About
Accounts Manager with over 12 years of combined experience in client relations, business development, and operations management across the marketing/PR and mining logistics sectors. Skilled in growing and retaining client bases, negotiating contracts and tenders, and coordinating with local and international suppliers.
Background includes running an independent accounts management business and freelance tender consulting practice serving clients in the mining sector. Now seeking to return to formal employment.
Experience
Accounts Manager - Mthandazo Construction and Projects (Own Business)
(2013 - 2017)
Managed accounts for clients across the mining sector throughout South Africa, overseeing supplier relationships, staff, and client retention for an independently run business.
- Managed accounts for clients across multiple mines in South Africa
- Negotiated contracts and drafted tenders to secure new business
- Liaised with local and international suppliers to ensure service delivery
- Recruited, managed, and arranged training for staff
- Oversaw filing, organisation, and day-to-day business administration
- Maintained a customer-service-oriented approach to grow and retain clients
Freelance Tenderpreneur - Self-Employed
(2017 - 2019)
Provided independent tender consulting services, helping companies across various industries prepare and submit competitive tender applications.
- Assisted multiple companies with preparing and submitting tender applications
- Advised clients on tender compliance and documentation requirements
- Built a track record in tender drafting that supported the launch of an own accounts management business
Accounts Manager - O M Trading and Projects
(2019 - 2025)
Managed client accounts and supported the creative team within a marketing and public relations environment.
- Ensured client satisfaction and managed ongoing client relationships
- Recruited new clients and grew the company's client base
- Followed up on outstanding payments and account queries
- Assisted the creative team with logo design projects
Education
Fashion Design Course - Villioti Fashion Institute (2021 - 2022)
Graphic Design Course - Edusa College, Pretoria, South Africa (2009 - 2010)
Matric - Executive Academy (2008 - 2008)
