Rowin Hendrik Jacob De Vries
Moshi
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Flower Production Manager
Bondeni Flowers Ltd
Moshi
04.2017 - Current
- Responsible for all growing activities of 10 ha of Polianthes cut flower stems from planting till arrival at our export markets.
- Manage all crop activities like irrigation, fertigation, pest control, crop protection, harvest, grading and weeding.
- Managed a team of production staff (85) to ensure perfect growing and working conditions.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company & MPS standards.
- Enhanced product quality with implementation of high standard quality control standards.
- Conduct trials to improve the quality and production per m2 of the Polianthes stems
- Follow the 3 year plan to achieve 95 % Biological applications in 2027.
- Monitor Market demand in our export markets and adjust production accordingly
- Yearly budgeting and reporting to the CEO.
Export Manager
Bondeni Flowers Ltd
Moshi, Tanzania
04.2017 - Current
- Prepared various import, export and supplier forms for customs submittal.
- Managed complex logistics for timely delivery of goods, ensuring optimal shipment conditions were maintained.
- Streamlined export & import processes, reducing operational costs and improving efficiency.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms to maximize profit margins while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Maintained compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices pertaining to international trade activities.
- Maintaining & developing professional relationships with all agents, suppliers and clients.
Export Manager
Kilimanjaro Flair Ltd
Moshi
06.2012 - 03.2017
- Responsible for all export activities of flower cut stems.
- Communication with our clients in the Netherlands, China, Japan.
- Responsible for all import activities of capital goods and farm equipment.
- Managed complex logistics for timely delivery of goods, ensuring optimal shipment conditions were maintained.
- Streamlined export processes, reducing operational costs and improving efficiency.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms to maximize profit margins while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Maintained compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices pertaining to international trade activities.
HRM OFFICER
Doctors Without Borders
Amsterdam. The Netherlands
10.2009 - 02.2011
- Assisting on the recruitment of applicants from all over the world.
- Organizing bi-monthly workshops
- Organized meetings and schedules, optimizing workflow.
- Supported HR department with onboarding processes for new hires.
- Reduced errors in reports by diligently proofreading and editing various documents.
- Managed daily tasks for improved productivity, prioritizing and completing assignments on time.
Teamleader Mortgage & Investment
Rabobank
Santpoort Noord . The Netherlands
02.1997 - 10.2008
- Team leader of the customer service team Mortgage & Investment department.
- Supporting consultants from Mortgage & Investment department.
- Delegating work, overseeing progress towards goals, and coaching team members as needed.
- Coordinated team meetings for alignment on project objectives and timelines.
- Produce monthly Management reports on sales and productivity.
Logistics Coordinator
Donaldson Torit
Haarlem. The Netherlands
06.1996 - 04.1997
- Responsible for transport of filters & machines for industrial use from at to USA, Europe, Japan.
- Communication between factories, subsidiaries and customers.
- Collaborated with sales and customer service teams to address client concerns and expedite orders when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Marketing
Haarlem Business School
Haarlem. The Netherlands06-1995
Pre-University Education Diploma - 7 High A Levels.
Berlingh College
Beverwijk. The Netherlands01-1988
Skills
- Logistic planning
- Team leadership
- Flower growing
- Communication skills
- Process automation
- Production optimization
- Quality assurance controls
Languages
Dutch
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Spanish
Intermediate
B1
German
Intermediate
B1
French
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Flower Production Manager
Bondeni Flowers Ltd
04.2017 - Current
Export Manager
Bondeni Flowers Ltd
04.2017 - Current
Export Manager
Kilimanjaro Flair Ltd
06.2012 - 03.2017
HRM OFFICER
Doctors Without Borders
10.2009 - 02.2011
Teamleader Mortgage & Investment
Rabobank
02.1997 - 10.2008
Logistics Coordinator
Donaldson Torit
06.1996 - 04.1997
Bachelor of Science - International Marketing
Haarlem Business School
Pre-University Education Diploma - 7 High A Levels.
Berlingh College