Jabu Dlomo
@jabudlomo
Experienced project manager and business owner with 15+ years in construction, sales, and marketing.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven professional with over 15 years' experience spanning marketing, sales, entrepreneurship, and construction project management. I have a proven record of building strong client relationships and delivering projects on time and within budget.
As founder and manager of Pink Apple Cakes since 2012, I led product design, operations, marketing, staff supervision, and financial management, growing the business through referrals and repeat clients. In my role at Apple Pearl Construction (2021–present) I managed five commercial construction projects, overseeing budgets, municipal compliance, procurement, and stakeholder coordination.
Earlier in my career I held regional and account management roles with Unilever and Amalgamated Beverages Industries, where I drove sales, coached teams, opened new accounts, and executed promotions. I also have field research and category management experience from roles with market research firms and retail.
I bring strong capabilities in business development, supplier and contractor coordination, budgeting and cost control, municipal documentation, and customer service. I am seeking a stable, growth-oriented role where my diverse experience can add value and drive success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Project Manager
Apple Pearl Construction
Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 2 months)
Managed five commercial construction projects (2022–2025), overseeing budgets, schedules, municipal compliance, and stakeholder coordination to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Owner & Business Manager
Pink Apple Cakes
Jan 2012 - Present (14 years 2 months)
Founded and grew a cake design and catering business since 2012, managing operations, staff, supplier relationships, marketing, and cost control to sustain profitability and repeat clientele.
Managed key customer relationships, delivered product training, and implemented marketing promotions across accounts from Oct 2007 to Dec 2011, driving conversion and new account openings.
Led and motivated a regional sales team for hotels, restaurants, and catering clients (Jan–Jun 2011), executing promotions and coaching staff to meet sales targets.
Account Manager
Amalgamated Beverages Industries
Aug 2005 - Oct 2007 (2 years 2 months)
Managed key accounts and promotional activities from Aug 2005 to Oct 2007, developing account plans, optimizing budgets, and maintaining strong customer relationships.
Field Research Supervisor
Market Insight
Jun 2007 - Aug 2007 (2 months)
Recruited and supervised research teams and validated data to meet project deadlines during a field research engagement in mid-2007.
National Category Facilitator
AG's Distributors
Oct 2003 - Mar 2005 (1 year 5 months)
Managed national category performance and merchandising from Oct 2003 to Mar 2005, coordinating promotions and aligning marketing strategies across regions and channels.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
AT S
Assessor, Assessment
Completed an Assessor qualification in 2016.
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Technology, Marketing
Awarded a BTech in Marketing in 2009 from the University of South Africa.
Durban University of Technology
National Diploma, Marketing
Obtained a National Diploma in Marketing in 2002 from Technikon Natal (now Durban University of Technology).
Allenby Campus
Certificate, Human Resources Management
Completed a Human Resources Management Certificate in 1998 at Allenby Campus.
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