Bonita Botha

with core business needs, resulting in a multi-faceted, unique and results-driven approach to the management of complex business practices. With an energetic, enthusiastic and driven nature, Bonita is a delivery-focused professional who thrives in a challenging environment; she is an effective implementer who offers the knowledge, experience and commitment to put strategies into practice. Her previous positions have required her to plan, manage and deliver projects whilst managing staff effectively. With strong problem solving skills, Bonita offers solid technical support and ensures compliance with policies and procedures. Bonita provides expert knowledge in the end-to-end management of business practices; her financial background has provided her with the skills and tools necessary to ensure effective problem resolution and the mobilsation of teams to implement strategic goals across the business. As an excellent team leader, Bonita successfully creates the desired results within her environment, and has acquired the broad knowledge necessary to develop big-picture strategies to guide organisations in achieving short and long-term business goals. After completing high school, Bonita worked part time as a Frontline Receptionist before taking a role with Academy for Mathematics as a Verification Clerk. In her 3-years with the Academy for Mathematics, Bonita was promoted twice, into the roles of Stock Controller and National Stock Controller. She then took a role with Blue Disa Construction & Steelworks as Accounts Manager and Senior Bookkeeper. In June 2008 Bonita was offered a Senior Accounts Manager role with SNF Floerger RSA (Pty) Ltd. She completed her Accounting Diploma in this time, as well as a Certificate in Chemistry to enhance her understanding of the industry. Bonita provided assistance to the Financial Director and became heavily involved in managing the export and import processes, as well as managing stock, preparing for audits and performing a sales administration function. As a result of her sharp business acumen and exceptional work ethic, Bonita was headhunted by Siyathembana Trading 274 (Pty) Ltd in 2013, into a Financial Administration role which evolved over the years and saw her take on more responsibility across all areas of the business with promotion to General Manager, where she had full responsibility for developing and implementing strategies across all aspects of the business, including sales and marketing, business development, financial processes and human resources. During her time with Siyathembana Trading 274 (Pty) Ltd Bonita developed and implemented all systems and processes, as well as built the business from 1 client to over 100 project-based clients, with a contact list in excess of 5000 contacts, and a turnover of R40million. She established the Marketing Department from scratch, designed all marketing material and managed social media platforms and the company website. In December 2018, Bonita was offered the General Manager position with Orca Fuel Solutions (Pty) Ltd, seeing her exercise her exceptional business management and leadership skills across 4 departments encompassing engineering, HR and finance, sales and the factory. She continues to provide her expertise in strategy development, leadership and business improvement in order to create a positive working environment and an organisation that moves from strength to strength. Bonita is a solution-oriented professional with exceptional commitment, knowledge and experience that sets her apart from her peers. She has comprehensive knowledge of business principles, regulatory processes and an understanding of stakeholder engagement at a senior level. Through effectively developing, managing and utilising all resources, Bonita ensures ground-breaking improvement in business performance. She is a resourceful executive who has a passion for marketing and business development, ensuring and facilitating requirements within budget and timeframe, and frequently exceeding targets. She continually strives to achieve best practices, while implementing novel avenues for successful target delivery. In 2022 Bonita identified the need in small businesses to implement processes and develop sales strategies to facilitate the new remote working environment, motivate staff and assist with effective and professional business communication between staff , as well as staff to clients. Longevit Consulting's mission is to create a service in the market that can set up structure, focus departments and develop a strong sales drive in companies and organizations as a once off service on a consulting basis through strategic planning and facilitating the execution of the vision. Longevit Consulting specializing in business development can be contacted for an assessment and consultation.