
Lihle Malinga
Client success associate
Salary / Daily rate
Johannesburg, South Africa
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Can come onsite
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
Sales operations leader with 10+ years of experience driving growth and team performance across diverse industries. Proven track record of hitting sales targets, implementing strategic sales plans, and managing high-performing teams while streamlining processes. Specialized in sales training, project management, and business development with expertise in stakeholder relationship building.
Work experience
Client success associate
Smoke Customer Intelligence
Jun 2025 - Present
1 year 5 months
Founder
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Jun 2022 - Present
4 years 5 months
On-site
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Project Manager Sales Operations
PEEM MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT
May 2024 - Jul 2025
1 year 3 months
Bryanston, Gauteng, South Africa · Remote
- Cultivated relationships with external stakeholders to secure project support and alignment Streamlined project processes by integrating new technology tools, enhancing team productivity -Oversaw change management processes to ensure smooth adoption of new systems and procedures Managed project documentation, ensuring all regulatory and compliance requirements were met - Developed methods to analyze project management and project delivery risks Allocated project resources effectively, maximizing team capabilities and project outcomes -Kept team members on track with regular in-person or remote
aYo Holdings
May 2021 - May 2024
3 years 1 month
South Africa · Remote
Project Manager
Mar 2023 - May 2024
1 year 3 months
South Africa · Remote
Project Coordinator : New countries
May 2021 - May 2023
2 years 1 month
Market Development Consultant
Tarsus On Demand
Dec 2019 - Oct 2020
11 months
Buccleuch, Hawick TD9 7NQ, UK
.Engage in research as regards how the company can improve in its offers .Prepare recommendations based on research already carried out .Conduct research on market trends of company’s products/services .Generate leads through effective management of sales process of the company. .Design and develop products, services, and tools for client companies .Create strategies for existing accounts to generate business .Prompt a new perspective on customers or marketing strategies .Provide an external viewpoint to internal challenges
Sales Team Leader/ Trainer
Stangen
Mar 2018 - Dec 2019
1 year 10 months
Bryanston, Blandford Forum DT11 0DR, UK
Support team manager and performs management duties when manager is absent or out of office Keeping detailed records of inventory use and sales, and advising management on ordering where necessary Provide encouragement to team members, including communicating team goals and identifying areas for new training or skill checks Hiring processes and new team member training Answers team member questions, helps with team member problems, and oversees team member work for quality and guideline compliance Communicates deadlines and sales goals to team members Develops strategies to promote team member adherence to company regulations and performance goals Conducts team meetings to update members on best practices and continuing expectations Generates and shares comprehensive and detailed reports about team performance, mission-related objectives, and deadlines Ensures company brand materials and physical working spaces meet and exceed company presentation standards Provides quality customer service, including interacting with customers, answering customer enquiries, and effectively handling customer complaints
Different Life
Oct 2014 - Jan 2018
3 years 4 months
Night Sales Team Leader
Jan 2016 - Jan 2018
2 years 1 month
Achieving growth and hitting sales targets by successfully managing the sales team. Designing and implementing a strategic sales plan that expands the company’s customer base and ensures its strong presence. Managing recruiting, objectives setting, coaching and performance monitoring of sales representatives. Present sales, revenue and expenses reports and realistic forecasts to the management team. Incubating for day shift role. Achieving objectives through effective planning, setting sales goals, analyzing data on past performance, and projecting future performance.
Sales Consultant
Oct 2014 - Mar 2016
1 year 6 months
Johannesburg, South Africa
Administration of cases sold networking self managing time and performance meeting sales targets maintain client portfolios negotiating discounts for clients persuading client to buy from a new unknown company Telesales telemarketing Reliability & Dedication Importance of attention to detail Time Management skills and being able to prioritize Ability to excel as a team player and assist fellow team members with weaknesses that are at times my strengths A willingness to learn new things and taking the initiative Taking on new challenges People skills and the ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds. A willingness to always work hard and be motivated with a positive and an energetic spirit
Education
Ferndale High
2011 - 2013
2 years 1 month