Daniel B
About
Daniel B is from Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa. Daniel is currently Founder & Managing Director at Vitafresh Exports, located in Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa. Daniel also works as Founder & Managing Director at Vitafresh Produce, a job Daniel has held since Aug 2020. In Daniel's previous role as a Sales & Procurement Director at Rush Group, Daniel worked in London, England, United Kingdom until Aug 2020. Prior to joining Rush Group, Daniel was a Sales & Procurement Director at Jacana Produce and held the position of Sales & Procurement Director at Pershore, Hereford and Worcester, United Kingdom. Prior to that, Daniel was a Account Manager / Product Manager at Pacific Produce Ltd, based in Thame, Oxfordshire from Sep 2014 to Apr 2017. Daniel started working as Account Manager / Exotics Catagory Manager at FerryFast Produce in Pershore, England, United Kingdom in May 2005.
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Daniel B's current jobs
• Manage exports of fresh fruits and vegetables globally for Vitafresh Exports, focusing on food service, wholesale, processing, and retail customers. • Developed strategic partnerships with suppliers and distributors to ensure timely delivery and quality control. • Implemented cost-effective shipping solutions to optimise logistics and increase profitability. • Manage exports of fresh fruits and vegetables globally for Vitafresh Exports, focusing on food service, wholesale, processing, and retail customers. • Developed strategic partnerships with suppliers and distributors to ensure timely delivery and quality control. • Implemented cost-effective shipping solutions to optimise logistics and increase profitability. Skills: Account Management · Accounting · Advertising · Business Analysis · Business Development · Business Relationship Management · Analytical Skills · Customer Relationship Management (CRM) · Customer Retention · Customer Service · Customs Clearance · Data Analysis · Employee Relations · Export · Forecasting · Fresh Produce · Import · Import/Export Operations · International Business · International Sales · International Trade · Invoicing · Marketing · Management · Leadership · Negotiation · New Markets Development · Product Management · Quality Control · Sales Management · Sales · Strategic Negotiations · Strategic Planning · Strategy · Teacher Mentoring · Team Building · Team Leadership · Team Management
In my role as Founder & Managing Director at Vitafresh Produce, I led a dynamic team in exploring new market opportunities and implementing innovative strategies to drive growth and establish our presence in untapped territories. By collaborating with cross-functional teams, we were able to expand our market reach and achieve our company goals effectively.
Daniel B's past jobs
In my role as Sales & Procurement Director at Rush Group, I led a team in sourcing and distributing fruits and vegetables internationally. I developed key partnerships with suppliers to expand our product range and implemented cost-effective procurement strategies, resulting in increased profit margins.
• Led sales and procurement teams for exotic produce globally, driving growth in UK and Ireland food service and wholesale sectors. • Managed team to expand market reach and increase sales revenue for Jacana Produce. • Developed strategic partnerships and negotiated contracts to secure high-quality produce for clients.
Responsibilities are split between product category management / import and sales / account management. Importing produce from around the globe to service retail / wholesale and food service in the UK and Europe.
• Managed exotic produce procurement, sourcing fruits and vegetables globally for UK food service and wholesale sectors. • Led sales as an account manager, servicing wholesalers, food service, and catering clients. • Negotiated contracts, maintained supplier relationships, and ensured timely delivery of high-quality products.