Boitumelo Mpete - Business Branch Manager - Mercantile Bank | Himalayas
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Boitumelo Mpete

@boitumelompete

Experienced Business Branch Manager driving retail performance and customer satisfaction.

South Africa

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers leadership opportunities, challenges in sales management, and a culture that values teamwork and innovation.

I am a dedicated Business Branch Manager with over a decade of experience in the banking sector, currently leading a team at Mercantile Bank. My focus is on delivering exceptional retail performance, ensuring compliance with operational risk requirements, and fostering a high-performance culture among my staff. I take pride in motivating my team to achieve sales objectives and enhance customer satisfaction.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed various roles, from Account Analyst to Business Manager, where I honed my skills in sales management, financial analysis, and relationship management. My ability to interpret financials and develop strong customer relationships has been instrumental in driving business growth and achieving targets. I am currently pursuing an MBA to further enhance my leadership capabilities and strategic thinking.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

MB
Current

Business Branch Manager

Mercantile Bank

Sep 2018 - Present (6 years 9 months)

Delivered retail performance in line with agreed targets against the branch performance scorecard, including sales objectives, sales growth, and income contribution of products sold. Provided direction and ensured compliance with operations risk and control requirements, such as Health & Safety standards, security of premises, KYC, and anti-money laundering measures.

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Acquisition Manager

Mercantile Bank

May 2016 - Apr 2018 (1 year 11 months)

Acquired new business in the upper commercial segment of the Bank by executing the business unit strategy. Successfully sourced and acquired business in the Bank's defined target market, including interpretation of business financials and completion of credit applications.

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Relationship Management

Mercantile Bank

Aug 2015 - Apr 2016 (8 months)

Maintained and built customer relationships for a portfolio held in the upper commercial section of the Bank. Ensured all customer needs were addressed and constantly developed a good understanding of customers' businesses.

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Account Analyst

Mercantile Bank

Apr 2014 - Jul 2015 (1 year 3 months)

Supported the relationship between the Account Executive and the customer, as well as internal support services within the Upper Commercial division. Prepared and submitted credit papers, including financial analysis, and processed them until credit was granted.

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Payment Administrator

Mercantile Bank

Feb 2012 - Aug 2013 (1 year 6 months)

Managed client credit and debit limits, ensuring clients had approved limits and were within their limits, with annual reviews. Obtained client financials when necessary and prepared client usage and unpaid statistics for account executives for limit reviews.

MB

Saswitch Liaison Officer

Mercantile Bank

Mar 2009 - Jan 2012 (2 years 10 months)

Resolved the bank's external ATM non/partial cash dispensed claims. Performed weekly inter-account reconciling and analyzing, and monthly inter-account reporting.

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Saswitch Liaison Officer

Nedbank

Dec 2008 - Feb 2009 (2 months)

Resolved the bank's external ATM non/partial cash dispensed claims. Ensured accurate and timely resolution of customer issues related to ATM transactions.

CJ

Accounts Assistant

City of Johannesburg

Jan 2007 - Mar 2007 (2 months)

Processed accounts due for refunds to finalize property transfers. Resolved client refund queries and liaised with transfer attorneys to ensure smooth transactions.

DM

Data Capturer

De Beers Consolidated Mine

Nov 2006 - Dec 2006 (1 month)

Collected hardware data and performed data capturing tasks. Ensured accurate and efficient entry of information into relevant systems.

TL

Stock Management Assistant

Twilight Logistics

Jun 2006 - Sep 2006 (3 months)

Managed stock by receiving, moving, checking, and storing incoming goods. Selected space for storage, arranged goods in designated areas, and ensured all inventory processes were completed daily.

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Receptionist

Twilight Logistics

Dec 2005 - Jun 2006 (6 months)

Answered all incoming calls and emails, re-routing them to relevant parties, and operated a computer system and switchboard. Met and greeted visitors, ensuring they were signed in and inducted.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

UC

University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign

MBA, Business Administration

Currently pursuing an MBA, focusing on advanced business administration and leadership principles. Expected to complete the program in 2023.

UA

University of South Africa

Bachelor in Economics, Economics

Completed a Bachelor in Economics, gaining a comprehensive understanding of economic principles and their application.

UC

University Conamara

Middle Management Certificate, Management

Obtained a Middle Management Certificate, focusing on developing essential skills for effective team and operational management.

MO

Moonstone

FAIS Exam RE 5, Financial Services

Successfully completed the FAIS Exam RE 5, demonstrating compliance with regulatory requirements for financial services.

MI

Milpark

Credit Management Certificate, Credit Management

Acquired a Credit Management Certificate, enhancing knowledge in credit risk assessment and management practices.

BS

Bethel High School

Matriculation, General Studies

Completed Matriculation, fulfilling the requirements for high school graduation.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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