Scott Wilson

Kaiaponi is a medium-large horticultural private company. It consists of 3 legal entities; Kaiaponi Orchard Ltd, Kaiaponi Post Harvest Ltd and Kaiaponi Farms

Ltd. Kaiaponi grower 100 ha of apples and 38 ha of Gold kiwifruit. The post harvest facility packs apples and citrus (21 K mT) and provides marketing and fruit distribution services and pay growers.

A summary of my skills and roles.

• Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion.
• Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
• Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
• Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale projects, including land purchases and orchard development (Apple & Kiwifruit). The build of new post-harvest facilities ( coolstores) and the sourcing and implementation of new fruit packing equipment, technology and fruit handling systems and software.
• Ensuring new project work was completed on time and within budget.
• Championed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational performance.
• Cultivated strategic partnerships with industry leaders, enhancing brand credibility and access to new customer segments.
• Developed a fruit brand – Kfruit TM for the business to add long term value and a point of difference for the business and its grower suppliers.
• Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
• Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
• Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
• Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
• Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
• Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale events/promotions while closely managing costs/budgetary constraints associated with event planning/management activities.
• Championed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational performance across all departments.
• Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
• Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
• Analyzed market trends/data to identify potential opportunities for business growth within existing or emerging markets successfully.
• Cultivated strategic partnerships with industry leaders, enhancing brand credibility and access to new customer segments.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
• Overall responsibility for companies Heath & Safety culture, systems and outcomes.