Kingsley Mordi
@kingsleymordi
Commercial leader with 19+ years in global food and beverage.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned commercial leader with over 19 years of expertise in the global food, beverage, and nutraceutical sectors. My career has been marked by a commitment to driving strategic growth across various channels, including food processors, retail, and foodservice. I have successfully executed multi-million-dollar growth initiatives and developed sustainable vendor partnerships, achieving a remarkable 90% customer retention rate and generating over $150M in revenue through strategic partnerships.
In my current role as Head of Global Sales & Business Development at Agro Grun GmbH, I lead a global team of 75 professionals and have orchestrated market expansion strategies that captured 15% market share in the APAC and African regions. My track record includes creating cross-functional innovation teams that delivered 12 breakthrough products and optimizing global supply chain operations, reducing delivery times by 20%. I am passionate about brand management and product innovation, and I thrive on collaborating with diverse teams to ensure brand consistency and performance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Global Sales & Business Development
Agro Grun GmbH
Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Led global sales strategies across various food and ingredient sectors, achieving a 25% increase in regional sales and orchestrating market expansion capturing 15% market share in APAC and African regions. Managed a global team of 75 professionals across sales, marketing, and technical functions, developing and implementing long-term strategies for global sales and business development.
Sales Manager, North America
Crespel & Deiters Group
Oct 2022 - Nov 2023 (1 year 1 month)
Managed a comprehensive North American portfolio for food and plant-based ingredients, coordinating with internal teams and vendors to streamline the supply chain. Expanded market presence, achieving 65% territory growth and generating $8M in new revenue through strategic sales initiatives, including securing a $10M contract through innovative product development.
VP Global Sales & Business Development
Idaho Foods LLC
Jun 2018 - Oct 2022 (4 years 4 months)
Managed global sales exceeding $150M annually, spearheading global sales efforts for a diverse product portfolio and identifying high-growth opportunities in fermented food applications. Partnered with R&D teams for regional product adaptation, achieving a 17% year-over-year revenue increase in specialized solutions and leading the development of 8 new product lines.
International Sales Manager
Godshall's Quality Meat Inc.
Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 (1 year)
Increased international sales by 10% through innovative strategies, building key relationships with international distributors. Coordinated complex logistics and supply chain activities, achieving 142% of the annual revenue target.
International Sales Manager
Mercator Group Inc
Jun 2016 - Jan 2017 (7 months)
Expanded business in emerging markets, driving a $5M increase in annual revenue and managing the sourcing and sales of specialized food ingredients. Developed strategic partnerships across global markets and created market entry strategies for 8 new territories.
Head of Sales and Marketing
SIAM Trading LLC/GIC
Jul 2008 - Jan 2016 (7 years 6 months)
Spearheaded market expansion into Africa, Caribbean, Oceania, Europe, Middle East, and Asia, generating $12M annual revenue growth through customized solutions. Built lasting relationships with manufacturers and managed B2B and private label solutions across diverse product categories, optimizing supply chain efficiency and improving delivery performance by 35%.
Director of International Sales & Business Development
Radiant Pharmaceutical
Jan 2005 - Jan 2008 (3 years)
Increased international revenue from $12M to $45M in 3 years, directing international sales for functional ingredients. Managed strategic partnerships for pharmaceutical-grade ingredients and led cross-functional teams in product development initiatives.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Northwest Nazarene University
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Completed a Master of Business Administration program. Focused on advanced business principles and strategic management.
Lewis-Clark State College
Bachelor of Science, Business Management
Obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. Gained foundational knowledge in business operations and management principles.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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