Patricia Mwansa
Lusaka
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Holland Greentech, adept in strategic planning and operations.
Knowledgeable Manager with proven track record in driving business growth and market expansion. Successfully managed and led cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals. Demonstrated expertise in market analysis and relationship building to foster business development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Country Manager
Holland Greentech
Lusaka
01.2022 - Current
- Recruited, trained, and coached over 15-member team to support company growth.
- Led the successful launch of new products in local markets, driving revenue growth and brand recognition.
- Gathered information on competitor activities and market trends to enhance strategic decision-making.
- Established strong relationships with key industry players for business growth and expansion.
- Built a high-performing sales team through targeted recruitment, training, and performance management initiatives.
- Managed budgets, financial planning, and forecasting to optimize profitability for the country operations.
- Developed strategic partnerships to expand product offerings and enter new markets.
- Implemented process improvements, streamlining workflows and increasing team productivity.
- Coached and mentored team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Achieved revenue targets through proactive client engagement strategies that fostered long-term relationships with customers.
- Increased market share by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to inform strategic decisionmaking.
- Secured consistent stock supply by providing accurate sales forecasts and managing shipments appropriately.
- Devised promotional and advertising plans to enhance product positioning and global brand marketing development.
- Maintained and expanded customer base by counseling 12 sales representatives, building and maintaining rapport with customers and identifying new customer opportunities.
- Implemented product development for specific products and go-to market strategies to elevate brand awareness and increase market share in existing markets.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
Product Development Officer/Co-Manager
Holland Greentech
Lusaka
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Successfully expanded the market for high-quality seeds, irrigation systems, and soil testing services by identifying new business opportunities in Zambia.
- Established distribution channels and partnerships with local stakeholders to ensure product availability and reach.
- Designed and executed comprehensive product demonstrations for farmers and agribusiness stakeholders.
- Conducted training programs and workshops for farmers, increasing awareness and demand for advanced cultivation, irrigation and soil-testing technologies.
- Introduced tailored solutions for smallholder farmers, improving profitability and customer retention rates.
- Provided on-ground technical support and advisory services to farmers, improving crop yield and soil health through proper utilization of seeds, irrigation, and soil-testing solutions.
- Established strategic collaborations with government agencies, NGOs, and agricultural cooperatives to promote sustainable farming practices and access new markets.
Played a key role in securing partnerships with [specific organizations/companies], leading to [specific achievements, e.g., pilot programs or increased funding]. - Collaborated with research teams to identify and introduce new seed varieties tailored to local climate and soil conditions.
- Spearheaded projects that improved soil fertility and water management, contributing to sustainable agricultural practices in Lusaka, Central, Northern, North Western and Copperbelt Provinces.
Research Assistant
University of Zambia, UNZA
Lusaka, Zambia
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Soil Science
12-2017
- Professional Development Studies: Young Expert programmes, 2018-2019
Skills
- Operational planning
- Strategic planning
- Operations management
- Sales management
- Product launches
- Budget management
- Vendor relationship management
- Human resources management
- Business administration
Reading, cooking, nature walks and hiking
I enjoy relaxing with a good detective novel over a meal I have cooked surrounded by nature.
Languages
English, Icibemba, Nyanja
Native language
Certification
- Master of Business Administration University Of Zambia, 2025
Timeline
Country Manager - Holland Greentech
01.2022 - Current
Product Development Officer/Co-Manager - Holland Greentech
01.2018 - 01.2022
Research Assistant - University of Zambia, UNZA
10.2017 - 12.2017
School Of Agricultural Sciences - Bachelor of Science, Soil Science