A dynamic company Executive Director with senior Operations, Sales & Marketing background gained from over 30 years experience working with blue chip Multinationals and SME companies in home entertainment, wine, FMCG, consumer products and packaging industries. A history in achieving results through local and international growth, operational continuous improvement and commercial management. Strengths in strategic planning, customer and supplier contracts, process improvement, relationship management, tender submissions and business development.Particularly strong team-orientated, consultative leader and people developer with proven ability to engage employees and stakeholders. Effective communicator at all levels, experienced in achieving results and change management. KEY COMPETENCIES• Strategy/Business Development Over 20 years experience in formulating and implementing strategic vision and insight, both short and long term business plans, and business development in domestic and international markets.• General Management Background in Senior Management, broad commercial, operational and change management. A team player with demonstrable history in engaging all stakeholders in getting things done.• People Management A proven leader with a strong people management background, I am a firm believer in empowerment and personnel development. • Communication Articulate, well experienced in presenting to all levels of a business, from shop floor to board room, key customers and suppliers. Very strong in relationship management at senior levels.