Pieter Taljaard
Hudson Bay,SK
Summary
Experienced with identifying client requirements and developing customized solutions. Utilizes effective communication and strategic thinking to address business challenges. Knowledge of optimizing processes and fostering collaborative work environments.
Knowledgeable Agricultural Economic Solutions and optimization Specialist well-versed in current industry, market and product trends. Excellent communication, multitasking and organizational abilities.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Intelligence Solutions Consultant
Pattison Agriculture Limited
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement customized solutions for clients in various industries.
- Delivered high-quality presentations and demonstrations, showcasing the value proposition of Agricultural products and technologies.
- Designed post-sale training and support to educate and support customers on use and maintenance of Agricultural machinery and technology products.
Farm Business Manager
Serhan Lands
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Improved operational workflows by identifying areas of inefficiency and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Increased overall team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing effective leadership.
- Successfully managed organizational change initiatives, minimizing disruptions to daily operations while achieving desired outcomes.
- Drafted recordkeeping and trial reports and documents to recommend optimization solutions to executive management.
Chief Executive Officer
Grain South Africa
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Established and managed strategic industry and governmental partnerships and business relationships by negotiating contract terms, agricultural policy principles and handling conflicts.
- Drove continuous improvement by fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and open communication across all levels of the organization.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and farmer members to support strategic business objectives.
- Cultivated a positive company culture, promoting employee engagement and retention through tailored initiatives.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with members, industry partners organizations as well as national and provincial governmental departments.
Cereals and Industrial Crops Go-to-Market Strategy
Bayer CropScience Ltd, South Africa
10.2019 - 07.2021
- Design and present Go-to-Market strategies for responsible market (including South Africa, Zambia, Malawi, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Ethiopia) and crops
- Delivered customized value proposition statements and models for products and technological solution.
- Provided valuable technical and economic input during project pre-launch and launch planning stages, assisting in accurate value proposition determination and revenue optimization strategies for all responsible markets.
- Developed and maintained strong client and agent relationships through clear communication, timely project updates, and prompt resolution of any issues.
Revenue Optimization Lead Seeds and Traits: Africa
Monsanto South Africa
07.2016 - 09.2019
- Analyze and forecast value propositions of all existing and new products, solutions and technologies for al responsible markets.
- Communicate and support sale and marketing teams throughout the year with specific marketing campaigns and sales activities
- Farmers day presentations to explain and demonstrate value propositions.
- Participate in strategic country leadership team to formulate, educate, communicate and mentor fellow employees and sales agent/networks.
Regional Sales Manager
Monsanto South Africa
04.2015 - 05.2016
- Expanded market share within the region by identifying growth opportunities and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
- Increased regional sales by implementing strategic marketing plans and nurturing key client and marketing channels relationships.
- Developed and mentor a successful sales team through rigorous coaching, performance management, and ongoing training.
- Plan and held effective farmer's days to showcase the value proposition of products and technologies
Production Manager - Grain Crops
NWK Corporate Farming
09.2012 - 03.2015
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production and logistical processes and proposing effective optimal solutions.
- Build and foster farmer client relationships.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality support and logistical solutions according to customer requirements.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet client demands and needs.
- Negotiated with agricultural input suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall procurement costs and optimizing product placement.
- Work closely with clients to operationally and financially optimize production systems and processes.
- Led cross-functional teams to better support clients, including agronomic, soil and plant health as well as financially
- Monitored inventory levels and logistic schedules to avoid production delays and optimized operational efficiencies.
Farm Manager and Farmer
Conradie and Sons
09.2009 - 08.2012
- Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
- Increased farm productivity by introducing modern farming optimization practices
- Design and implement a precision agricultural strategy to further optimize production processes and mitigate risk
Lecturer, Researcher and Consultant -
Department of Agricultural Economics - University of the Free State
01.2003 - 09.2009
- Agricultural Econonuc Teaching, research and consulting project work.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of micro and macro Agricultural Economic data.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Evaluate and mentor student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
Education
Ph.D. - Agricultural Economics
University of The Free State
Bloemfontein, South Africa03-2028
Master of Science - Agricultural Economics
University of The Free State
Bloenfontein, South Africa03-2003
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics
University of The Free State
Bloemfontein South Africa03-2001
Skills
- Business analysis
- Sales support
- Technical requirement design
- Product evangelism
- Organizational leadership
- Executive leadership
- Strategic planning
- Strategic visioning
- Ethical leadership
- Public relations
- Operational efficiency
- Financial management
- Revenue generation
- Strategic partnerships
- Business planning
- Team coordination
- Economic optimization and decision making models
- Forensic economic analysis and expert witnessing
Languages
English
Full Professional
Afrikaans
Full Professional
Affiliations
Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologist
Interests
Passionate Agriculture Production Economics, Precision Agriculture and Optimization Specialist, Strategic management, Cash crop farming, Livestock farming, Environmental and sustainability economics
Timeline
Intelligence Solutions Consultant
Pattison Agriculture Limited
10.2024 - Current
Farm Business Manager
Serhan Lands
08.2023 - 10.2024
Chief Executive Officer
Grain South Africa
08.2021 - 08.2023
Cereals and Industrial Crops Go-to-Market Strategy
Bayer CropScience Ltd, South Africa
10.2019 - 07.2021
Revenue Optimization Lead Seeds and Traits: Africa
Monsanto South Africa
07.2016 - 09.2019
Regional Sales Manager
Monsanto South Africa
04.2015 - 05.2016
Production Manager - Grain Crops
NWK Corporate Farming
09.2012 - 03.2015
Farm Manager and Farmer
Conradie and Sons
09.2009 - 08.2012
Lecturer, Researcher and Consultant -
Department of Agricultural Economics - University of the Free State
01.2003 - 09.2009
Ph.D. - Agricultural Economics
University of The Free State
Master of Science - Agricultural Economics
University of The Free State
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics
University of The Free State
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