KALONDA SIMON
Kampala
Summary
Accomplished Business Owner-Director at Kasawo Grain Millers Limited, adept in strategic planning and customer relations, led the construction and operation of a 100,000 MT processing and milling plant. Demonstrated expertise in product development, plant organization and development, achieving growth in sales and consistently exceeding targets. Recognized for excellence in contract negotiation and marketing tactics. 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
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Entrepreneur
Kasawo Organic Greenlife
02.2021 - Current
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by adapting business strategies quickly in response to changing market dynamics.
- introduced new products on the market like, Moringa seed oil, Moringa leaf powder, Moringa root powder, Mondia whitei powder, Sugar balance powder, 7 meal booster porridge and a number of other herbal products.
- Established a successful startup by researching market opportunities, creating a business plan, and implementation
- Determined business plan, mission statement, and vision.
Business Managing Director
Kasawo Grain Millers Ltd
02.2002 - Current
- Planned and construction of a plus 100,000mt milling and processing plant of grains and cereals like maize, beans, groundnuts, rice, cassava and others.
- Operation and maintenance of a milling plant
- Over 35 employees
- Customer service
- Government permits and relations
- P&L responsibility
- Board of director of the company
- Company administration
- Sales and marketing
- Bank relations
- Developed business and marketing plans and prepared monthly financial reports.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
- Led startup and opening of business and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Trained teams on specific operations, applicable procedures and techniques for each job site.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Increased client satisfaction by implementing innovative business strategies and streamlining processes.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations by staying current on industry requirements and implementing necessary changes in operations.
- Expanded into new markets, conducting thorough analysis to ensure compatibility and potential for growth.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kasawo Secondary School
Kayunga Uganda11.1988
Skills
- Marketing tactics
- Labor relations
- Customer relations
- Life cycle project management
- Cash flow optimization
- Operations Management
- Contract negotiation expertise
- Strategic planning
- Sales leadership
- Quality Assurance
- Negotiation
- Self Motivation
- Strategic Decision-Making
Languages
English
Intermediate
B1
Luganda
Upper intermediate
B2
Affiliations
- Uganda Manufacturers Association
- Rubaga Grain Millers Association
Timeline
Entrepreneur
Kasawo Organic Greenlife
02.2021 - Current
Business Managing Director
Kasawo Grain Millers Ltd
02.2002 - Current
High School Diploma -
Kasawo Secondary School
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