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Sr. Business Development Director

Looking for:

Permanent

Years of Experience:

15

Expertise:

Sales, financial optimization, and regulatory governance across the food & beverage industry

Thomas – Sr. Business Development Director

Thomas is a dynamic executive known for driving business transformation and sustained growth through strategic planning, operational excellence, and strong leadership across global markets.

Relevant Skills

Strategic planning & execution, global market expansion & commercial growth

Expertise Summary

  • Thomas is a results-driven executive with a proven record of transforming business units and delivering growth.
    • He specializes in executing actionable strategies, instituting robust planning (5YP, AOP, STRAP), and leading high-performing teams in multicultural, matrixed environments.
    • As the youngest director at a premier food and beverage manufacturing company in over 15 years, he is recognized for his ability to lead from the front, tackle ambiguity, and foster a culture of accountability.
  • Key Strengths & Achievements:
    • Strategic & Market Expansion: Developed and implemented commercial strategies to exceed revenue targets, expanded into key international markets (China, EU, APAC, LATAM), and drove customer segmentation for portfolio growth.
    • Sales & Financial Leadership: Managed and mentored teams while also handling key accounts, driving channel development, and improving operational efficiency through data-driven KPIs and cost optimization.
    • M&A Expertise: Led mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures—including a $50M acquisition—handling due diligence, integration (70%+ retention), and value-generating exits.
    • Team & Organizational Development: Championed talent growth through succession planning and development programs, and introduced enterprise-wide planning and risk mitigation tools.
    • Governance & Industry Engagement: Ensured regulatory compliance, established risk controls, and represented at industry events and with stakeholders.

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