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Gert Lucas Roos

Chief Executive Officer
Wonderfontein,Mpumalanga
Gert Lucas  Roos

Summary

Im a results-driven chef executive officer at Protein Feeds And Agriculture(Pty)Ltd with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations. I feel that the most important job is to create, test, and design the implementation of long-term strategy, extending in some cases into the distant future. My position overseeing all areas of the corporation. My position gives me the unique ability to determine the organizations’ allocation of resources and optimal direction. On a day-to-day basis, I spend time in activities intended to ascertain their organizations’ point of departure (the current business situation) and point of arrival (the most advantageous market position in the future). I also devote the a great majority of my time to activities related to the cultivation and continual improvement of the expertise, such as studying new technological research, analyzing competitors’ products, and meeting with engineers and customers. I also often focus on designing programs, systems, and procedures, such as promotion policies and training plans, that reward people who acquire the expertise and share it across the borders of business units and functions, then there is also time spent in my days in the field, meeting with a wide range of stakeholders, from customers to investors to suppliers to employees at virtually all levels of the organization.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
3
Certifications
4
Languages

Work History

PROTEIN FEEDS AND AGRICULTURE (Pty)Ltd
Wonderfontein

Chief Executive Officer
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures, and practices.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Procured and coordinated new resources to achieve sales targets within optimal timeframes.
  • Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
  • Engaged positively with staff and leadership colleagues, soliciting and encouraging feedback and collaborative spirit.
  • Negotiated with suppliers and delivery workers and ordered materials according to forecasted customer demand.
  • Analyzed and tracked business metrics and made appropriate adjustments to meet supply and demand needs.
  • Directed market expansions to propel business forward, meet changing customer needs.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
  • Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
  • Addressed employee and managerial concerns and implemented corrective actions to promote compliance.
  • Coached and guided senior managers to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels.
  • Implemented strong hiring and training techniques to promote team cohesiveness and streamline overall workflow.
  • Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
  • Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
  • Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
  • Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
  • Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
  • Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
  • Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
  • Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.

B&R Bio Products
Wonderfontein

Managing Vice President
02.2018 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
  • Established performance goals for department and provided methods for reaching milestones.
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Increased company growth through collaboration with sales and marketing departments.
  • Evaluated product development strategies and prepared alternative approaches to goal achievement.
  • Led development of strategic marketing plans to raise awareness and drive sales growth.
  • Used market insights to capitalize on key business opportunities for new advantageous partnerships.
  • Monitored industry trends, keeping current on latest changes and competition in industry.
  • Employed optimal safety practices to reduce worksite complaints and hazards.
  • Identified and resolved issues between employees, promoting better collaboration and mutual respect.
  • Established performance goals for department and outlined processes for achievement.
  • Mitigated regulatory risks by overseeing adherence to insurance and safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Clarified roles, responsibilities and expectations of staff.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.

BKB GrainCo
Paarl

Production Manager
02.2016 - 01.2018

Job overview

  • Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
  • Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
  • Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
  • Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
  • Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Wrote and conducted formal performance reviews for production personnel.
  • Studied department operations to assist with development of new or improved methods of tooling and production processes.
  • Monitored team budgets to keep projects on task and avoid waste.
  • Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
  • Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
  • Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
  • Operated specialized equipment, gauges and instruments to track and assess gas levels.
  • Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
  • Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
  • Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
  • Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
  • Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
  • Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
  • Analyzed production data and prepared reports for senior management.
  • Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
  • Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
  • Implemented quality control system to review products against technical specifications and corporate standards.
  • Checked meters and interpreted readings to assess functionality of retrieval systems.
  • Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
  • Researched latest industry trends and technologies, boosting knowledge and understanding of industrial production.
  • Utilized data analysis tools to identify and resolve production issues.
  • Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
  • Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.
  • Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
  • Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
  • Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.

BKB GrainCo
Wonderfontein

Assistant Site Manager
01.2014 - 01.2016

Job overview

  • Kept sites compliant with, governance , and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
  • Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team.
  • Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies.
  • Monitored, coached, and supervised team of 23 employees from January 2014 to January 2016.
  • Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices.
  • Inspected cleanliness of common areas and offices.
  • Assumed responsibility for personnel deployed to work site.
  • Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
  • Interviewed, hired, and trained new temporary site workers together with my head Manager Mr. JD Rabe.
  • Oversaw all daily office operations and equipment maintenance.
  • Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
  • Coordinated site investigations, documented issues, and escalated to executive teams.
  • Coordinated with local building inspectors to verify compliance with all building codes and regulations.
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
  • Managed site development with assistance from civil engineers and complied with city and provincial ordinances.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Johnson Farms
Webster, South Dakota

Farm Manager
01.2013 - 12.2013

Job overview

  • Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
  • Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.
  • Led team of 8 skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
  • Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
  • Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
  • Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
  • Used recognized breeding practices to stabilize and improve stock.
  • Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
  • Analyzed soil to measure pH, minerals and organics to judge best fertilizer and amendments for maximum crop production.
  • Spearheaded efficiency improvements targeted on optimizing crop production and exceeding financial targets.
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Budgeted equipment purchases and regular repairs.
  • Directed transfer of mature stock to final habitats or commercial holding tanks for harvesting.
  • Wrote and improved SOPs to maintain consistency across shifts and work areas.
  • Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
  • Placed supply orders, restocked supplies and merchandised products for purchase by customers.
  • Developed operational budget and monitored farm expenses to enforce and achieve budget adherence.
  • Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
  • Directed sustainable waste recycling operations to reduce environmental impact.
  • Set up and managed plant irrigation systems to maintain optimal flows to different types of plants.
  • Collected and reported on metrics related to stock growth, production actions and environmental assessments to facilitate effective decision making.
  • Maintained ranch records and documentation.

Education

High School Middelburg
Middelburg, Mpumalanga, South Africa

High School Diploma
01.2008 - 12.2012

Cape Academy Of Guiding
Cape Town, Western Cape

CATHSSETA from National Guide of South Africa
02.2021 - 03.2021

University Overview

  • Awarded - National guide of South Africa

Grain Training Institute
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

CATHSSETA from Grain Grading, Storage And Handling
09.2014 - 10.2014

University Overview

  • Awarded Grain grading, Storage and Handling Qualification
  • Maize, Soybeans, Wheat, Sorghum, Sunflower and Peanuts.

WITS University
Braamfontein, Johannesburg

Bachelor of Arts from French Language
07.2023 - Current

CropLife SA
Pretoria, Gauteng

AgriSeta from Basic Crop Protection Course
05.2020 - 11.2021

Skills

    Corporate leadership

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Accomplishments

  • Achieved record sales of 50 000 Tons of Soy Bean Meal in first year of operations at Protein Feeds And Agricultre(Pty)Ltd by completing sale deals with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Supervised team of 30 staff members at B&R Bio Products.
  • Collaborated with team of 3 in the development of Protein feeds and agriculture(Pty)Ltd website and App.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets at BKB GrainCo.
  • Achieved better procurement and sales by introducing softwear designed in-house for stock control, sales and Invoicing tasks.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets at B&R Bio Product.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets at Protein Feeds And Agriculture(Pty)Ltd
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing at B&R Bio Products.
  • Achieved highest sales of crude oil for export purposes at B&R Bio Products.
  • Documented and resolved production processes at B&R Bio Products which led to minimized production losses.
  • Achieved better handling of oil through effectively helping with project planning at B&R Bio Products.
  • Achieved better stock controlling by introducing scale programs for weighing inbound and outbound loads.
  • Achieved better staff control by introducing facial recognition systems and clocking stations for payroll tasks.
  • Achieved less breakdowns by completing better maintenance programs with accuracy and efficiency at BKB GrainCo.
  • Restored several Massy Ferguson 440 Tractors at BKB GrainC through better planing and maintenance and recruiting a full-time technician.

Certification

COO-C - Chief Operations Officer - Certified

Interests

Classic car collector

Vintage tractor collector

Motocross racing

Formula One

Golfing

Fishing

Boating

Biblical studies

80’S Music

Engineering

IT computer programming

History

Old movies

Cooking

Timeline

WITS University

Bachelor of Arts from French Language
07.2023 - Current

Chief Executive Officer

PROTEIN FEEDS AND AGRICULTURE (Pty)Ltd
01.2023 - Current

Cape Academy Of Guiding

CATHSSETA from National Guide of South Africa
02.2021 - 03.2021

CropLife SA

AgriSeta from Basic Crop Protection Course
05.2020 - 11.2021

Managing Vice President

B&R Bio Products
02.2018 - 11.2022

Production Manager

BKB GrainCo
02.2016 - 01.2018

Grain Training Institute

CATHSSETA from Grain Grading, Storage And Handling
09.2014 - 10.2014

Assistant Site Manager

BKB GrainCo
01.2014 - 01.2016

Farm Manager

Johnson Farms
01.2013 - 12.2013

High School Middelburg

High School Diploma
01.2008 - 12.2012
Gert Lucas RoosChief Executive Officer