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Belgrade, Serbia

Belgrade, Serbia

Lead the way in steering the strategic direction for our rapidly expanding company with regional coverage of 8 different markets. I'm responsible for crafting and implementing a holistic growth plan in highly competitive markets, utilising our wide-ranging product lineup, focused marketing efforts, and top-notch commercial operations. I'm also dedicated to streamlining our operations, making sure our product mix, distribution channels, and market approach are optimised for maximum efficiency.Noteworthy Accomplishments: Re-established ADAMA's presence in adjacent markets and doubled market share within four years through strategic partnerships and plans. Drove market expansion across Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, North Macedonia, Bosnia, Albania, Kosovo, and Montenegro within the crop protection sector. Steered record-high employee engagement, topped all ADAMA branches globally in 2023 with an exceptional 93% engagement rate, surpassed 75% industry benchmark. Facilitated evolution into preferred partner for channels. Implemented a transformative shift in company strategy and transitioned from a push-to-pull orientation, whilst focusing on demand generation in farms and sub-distribution channels, fostering sustainable growth, and elevating brand recognition.

Hyderabad, In-Ap

I've collaborated with local third-party suppliers and competitors to oversee our supply chain operations. With a team of six vice presidents, I've managed complex sales and operational functions. My focus has been on identifying strategic expansion opportunities and implementing a comprehensive long-term growth strategy, leveraging both local and internal operational capabilities. I've strategically managed our product portfolio to enhance sales force focus and maximise potential, whilst also developing a strategic roadmap for market leadership within five years. Additionally, I've enhanced our company's reputation as an employer and preferred business partner.Noteworthy Accomplishments: Successfully launched a blockbuster fungicide and accomplished record sales within two years. Optimised distribution channels, reduced 25% customer base, and improved financial performance. Streamlined workflows, initiated digital projects, and launched cost-saving initiatives and talent retention programmes. Achieved a 12% increase in sales in the first year, followed by 20% growth in the second year despite market challenges. Directed a workforce of 600 permanent employees and 1700 temporary staff for a leading Indian crop protection firm as well as achieved over $200M in revenue. Managed operations across 44 distributed centres, a nationwide sales force, a chemical formulation plant, and an R&D facility, whilst navigating a diverse multicultural environment and direct sales to 13,000 local retailers.

Center District, Israel

I led the charge in completely transforming our supply chain organization from disjointed local units to a cohesive, customer-focused global operation. This involved conducting thorough analyses, mapping material flows, and designing processes to ensure alignment with our strategic objectives. Overcoming entrenched silos and resistance at every level, I drove significant change throughout the company. I assembled a talented team of experts and gained internal support to navigate resistance, employing a sensitive and integrative approach to facilitate change.Noteworthy Accomplishments: Achieved a significant reduction in global inventory days through systematic optimisation efforts. Managed a team of over 80 professionals across Israel and globally, pivotal in supporting $3B in sales. Elevated the prominence of Global SC within the organisation and led key discussions for core strategic initiatives. Integrated Global SC as a core discipline within ADAMA, whilst influencing people, language, culture, and processes. Implemented a culture of global and local planning to foster integrative cross-organizational communication channels.