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Bonita Pieters

Auckland,AUK

Summary

Reliable and detail-driven administration and office support professional with extensive experience across media, executive assistance, and business operations. I take pride in managing my responsibilities with independence and precision, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes on time and to specification. Known for my strong work ethic, commitment to excellence, and ability to stay focused under pressure, I bring stability, structure, and consistency to any team environment. I value clear communication, well-organized processes, and adding genuine support where it’s needed most.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Media Buyer / Planner

MBM Advertising
Kingsland, Auckland
10.2024 - Current
  • Analyzed data such as market trends, demographics, competitive landscape, and consumer behaviors to inform decisions about media buys.
  • Collaborated with clients to determine marketing objectives, budget parameters, and target audiences.
  • Coordinated with creative teams to ensure timely completion of all materials needed for successful campaigns launches.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of campaigns including tracking progress against key performance indicators.
  • Evaluated post-campaign performance data in order to measure success against objectives set forth at outset of project.

Senior Media Buyer

GroupM South Africa
Durban, South Africa
11.2018 - 01.2024

Acted as primary contact for major national retail account in South Africa.

Coordinated media campaigns across print, TV, radio, outdoor, and digital platforms.

Managed execution timelines, reporting, and documentation for campaign teams.

Oversaw booking confirmations, flighting instructions, and material requirements.

Maintained internal records including media schedules, contracts, and client approvals.

Negotiated rates and processed reconciliations for billing-related documentation.

Administrator / Marketing Coordinator / PA

Keller Williams Realty
Johannesburg, South Africa
08.2015 - 01.2018

Coordinated branch-level marketing strategies across online listings and digital platforms.

Maintained CRM systems to ensure accurate client information and tracking.

Organized and facilitated events to enhance community engagement.

Provided administrative support for property listing files and attorney liaison duties.

Media Buyer

Initiative Media South Africa
Durban, South Africa
09.2007 - 07.2015

Optimized plans and budget based on effective media mix strategies.

Managed buying processes across print, TV, radio, outdoor, and digital mediums.

Negotiated placement agreements and loadings to maximize campaign impact.

Developed and maintained chase lists for tracking media performance.

Created booking schedules and facilitated communications with media owners.

Requested, created, and issued flighting instructions for campaign execution.

Skills

Office administration and executive support

Calendar management

Task ownership and time management

Report writing and documentation

Client and vendor liaison

Event coordination

CRM and data management

Budget tracking

Multi-channel communication

  • Campaign management
  • Media planning
  • Negotiation skills
  • Market research
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Multi-tasking

Timeline

Media Buyer / Planner

MBM Advertising
10.2024 - Current

Senior Media Buyer

GroupM South Africa
11.2018 - 01.2024

Administrator / Marketing Coordinator / PA

Keller Williams Realty
08.2015 - 01.2018

Media Buyer

Initiative Media South Africa
09.2007 - 07.2015
Bonita Pieters