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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Training
Covid Vaccination Status
Hobbies and Interests
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David Keevers

Yugar,Qld

Summary

I am a professional business and sales manager with a broad range of experience. With a proven record of leading, influencing and motivating people to deliver results. I can coach, mentor, and motivate across multiple disciplines, including research, sales, marketing, operations, logistics, manufacturing, human resources and finance. I believe in an approach where success is achieved through effective planning, empowerment, and positive execution. I have successfully built teams and possess the capability to strategically analyse and plan for positive outcomes, in projects and established or new markets, I have a strong ability to get the job done in the face of stiff challenges and competition. I have participated in the establishment of new business's and have been involved in business acquisition teams. I have a determination to succeed and can thrive in a competitive commercial environment. I have a thorough understanding of Australian Agricultural and Veterinary Animal Health markets, a strong work ethic and a professional approach. I have strong national and international relationships in multiple industries and can communicate effectively at all levels. Dedicated professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Unit Head - Farm Animal and Equine

DECHRA VETERINARY PRODUCTS
03.2021 - 02.2024
  • Establish entire business unit from scratch. Member of ANZ Leadership Team.
  • Extend market presence through acquisition.
  • Sales and marketing management, recruitment, national account management, production forecasting and reporting.

General Manager Sales QLD/NT/WA

VIRBAC ANIMAL HEALTH AUSTRALIA
01.2018 - 02.2021
  • Full P&L responsibility for QLD/NT/WA business
  • Manage three business areas Livestock, Companion Animal and Equine
  • Recruitment and Management of a team of remote Area Sales Managers.

General Manager

RFID EXPERTS AUSTRALIA/AFRICA
12.2014 - 12.2017
  • Stabilise the RFID Experts Africa Business
  • Establish a QA system and improve Manufacturing processes
  • Develop a sales platform through recruitment, training, and strategy implementation
  • Refine staff positioning and task delegation
  • Standardise product development procedures and processes
  • General day to day business management.

General Manager /Director

SMARTRAC GROUP - Drovers ID Australia Pty Ltd
10.2012 - 11.2014
  • Overall day to day running of the entire Drovers ID Australia business – Approximately 30 Staff
  • Develop a planning strategy and implement the business plan
  • Create and establish a sales and marketing strategy for the business
  • Implement all marketing initiatives
  • Implement all sales initiatives including tele-sales, CRM, field days and in field sales
  • Drive sales through implementation of a direct sales strategy and marketing initiatives
  • Oversee the manufacturing, processing, and dispatch of customer orders
  • Drive product development and quality assurance initiatives within the business
  • Consult with government officials and authorities to ensure compliance with NLIS
  • Ensure alignment of the business with the requirements of ISO9000 accreditation
  • Product pricing and market positioning
  • Human resources – recruitment, performance management, leadership, coaching
  • Assist with the financial planning and reporting of the business
  • Communications and reporting of business performance to global stakeholders
  • Sales and expenditure planning and management
  • Conduction of accreditation trials for NLIS
  • (Reasons for leaving – Redundancy - Business acquired by global competitor).

Key Account Manager - CA and Eq.

Pfizer Animal Health Australia
08.2011 - 10.2012
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
  • Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
  • Developed customized proposals for potential clients, demonstrating the value of the company's products.

National Account Manager – Livestock - ANZ

IDEXX Laboratories
10.2010 - 07.2011
  • Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
  • Trained other members of the sales team on best practices for managing national accounts effectively.
  • Developed compelling presentation decks to gain approval for ideas and communicate results.

State Manager – QLD/NSW

Whites Wires Australia
04.2007 - 09.2009
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Increased customer satisfaction levels by implementing targeted service improvement programs.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas for improvement and drive business growth.

Regional Sales Manager/Sales Rep./Tech. Officer

Novartis Animal Health
01.1996 - 04.2007
  • Write trial protocols, present to ethics committees, execute trials and report for registration.
  • Launch new products and drive sales growth across several regions of Australia.
  • Manage sales team to achieve regional and national targets.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Agrisculture

Charles Sturt University
Wagga Wagga, NSW
01.1992

HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE -

Kyogle High School
Kyogle, NSW
12.1987

Skills

  • Sales and Marketing
  • Customer Experience
  • Finance and Accounting Oversight
  • Employee reviews
  • Business Strategy
  • Business Leadership and Team Building
  • Negotiations and Trading Terms
  • Hiring and onboarding
  • Acquisitions Due diligence
  • Product Development
  • B to B and B to C Sales and Marketing
  • Effective leader

Accomplishments

  • Sales Growth - $7.6M to $11.0M over 3 years whilst building the business unit.
  • Built a highly effective new team business unit and integrated this into the existing business.
  • Successfully participated in the acquisition team through proposing, negotiating and carrying out due diligence for the acquisition of a new product range.
  • Customer relationship establishment and Management through development of trading terms, delivery of training and marketing for consumer demand.
  • Successfully managed supply of a highly seasonal, high value, high volume, short shelf life product to result in consistent sales growth.
  • Member of ANZ leadership team for 3 years.

Training

  • PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP - Dechra - 2022
  • SALESFORCE CRM MANAGER TRAINING- Dechra - 2023
  • CONFLICT RESOLUTION IN THE WORKPLACE- Dechra, 2022
  • LEADING TEAMS, Standout Advantage, 2017 – 2019
  • MATRIX LEADERSHIP, Pontevale Pty Ltd, 2018
  • LEAD TO ENGAGE, Pontevale Pty Ltd, 2018
  • PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATION SKILLS - MANAGERS, Shepherd & Shepherd, 2018
  • COACHING PROFESSIONAL SELLING SKILLS, MHI Global, 2017
  • PROFESSIONAL SELLING SKILLS, MHI Global, 2017
  • PREPARING A BUSINESS CASE, Lead0145 Skillsoft, 2007
  • THE LEADER AS A MODEL, LEAD0124 Skillsoft, 2007
  • LEADERSHIP AND THE KNOWLEDGE WORKER, LEAD0148 Skillsoft, 2007
  • FRONTLINE MANAGEMENT, MANAGEMENT 1, 2007
  • Novartis Corporate Leadership Training, 2006
  • PERFORMANCE FRONTIER SELLING, 2006
  • FRONT LINE MANAGEMENT 3 – LEADING PEOPLE, 2006
  • ACHIEVING SALES EXCELLENCE – S.P.I.N. SELLING TRAINING, 2005
  • FRONT LINE MANAGEMENT 1 & 2 – LEADING AT THE FRONT LINE, 2005
  • FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT FOR NON-FINANCE MANAGERS, Spherion, 2002
  • AGSAFE CERTIFICATE IN PRINCIPLES OF PEST MANAGEMENT, Agsafe, 2003
  • NEGOTIATION SKILLS TRAINING, Shepherd and Shepherd Pty Ltd, 2000
  • PRESENTATION SKILLS TRAINING, Shepherd and Shepherd Pty Ltd, 1998
  • AGSAFE CERTIFICATE IN CHEMICAL HANDLING, STORAGE & TRANSPORT, 1997
  • AGSAFE ACCREDITATION TRAINING PROGRAM, Agsafe, 1997
  • INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED MICROSOFT EXCEL 7.0 TRAINING, 1997
  • SENIOR FIRST AID CERTIFICATE, St Johns Ambulance, 1994
  • NATIONAL FARM CHEMICAL USERS COURSE, Sydney College of T.A.F.E, 1993
  • ARTIFICIAL INSEMINATION CERTIFICATE, Parkes College of T.A.F.E, 1993
  • TRAIN THE TRAINER COURSE, Fairfield City Council, 1993
  • BEEF CATTLE PRODUCTION, Stotts Correspondence College Melbourne, 1992
  • WOOL CLASSING CERTIFICATE, Wagga College of T.A.F.E., 1991

Covid Vaccination Status

Triple Vaccinated as of January 11th, 2022.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Trail Bike Riding
  • Rugby Union
  • Mountain Biking
  • Country Music

References

Available on request

Timeline

Business Unit Head - Farm Animal and Equine

DECHRA VETERINARY PRODUCTS
03.2021 - 02.2024

General Manager Sales QLD/NT/WA

VIRBAC ANIMAL HEALTH AUSTRALIA
01.2018 - 02.2021

General Manager

RFID EXPERTS AUSTRALIA/AFRICA
12.2014 - 12.2017

General Manager /Director

SMARTRAC GROUP - Drovers ID Australia Pty Ltd
10.2012 - 11.2014

Key Account Manager - CA and Eq.

Pfizer Animal Health Australia
08.2011 - 10.2012

National Account Manager – Livestock - ANZ

IDEXX Laboratories
10.2010 - 07.2011

State Manager – QLD/NSW

Whites Wires Australia
04.2007 - 09.2009

Regional Sales Manager/Sales Rep./Tech. Officer

Novartis Animal Health
01.1996 - 04.2007

Bachelor of Science - Agrisculture

Charles Sturt University

HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE -

Kyogle High School
David Keevers