Hendrik Snyman

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DISC Type : C

Continuous Improvement Manager at Tyson Foods

Blue Springs, Missouri, United States

Overview

Hendrik is an Industrial Engineer with over 15 years of experience driving continuous improvement in the food industry. A Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with a Masters from Iowa State University, he has managed processes from pork slaughter at JBS to ready-to-eat products at Tyson Foods.

His career progression showcases a rare, comprehensive understanding of the entire meat processing value chain, from raw materials to case-ready and ready-to-eat consumer goods.

Personality Overview

Precise

Critic

Information Seeker

They like to take decisions independently and do not seek others' support often.  It is very likely that they will negotiate pricing or other important terms. Unless the value is proven by data, they are unlikely to value fancy features.

Topics They Care About

Continuous Improvement
His entire career, including his current role as Continuous Improvement Manager, is focused on optimizing processes in food manufacturing.
Lean Manufacturing
He is a Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and lists this as a key specialty, applying its principles to the food industry.
Food Processing
He possesses deep, end-to-end experience in the food sector, from slaughter and fresh meat packing to ready-to-eat product lines.

Media Appearances

Hendrik has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2014
Continuous Improvement Manager at Tyson Foods
7-2011 - 12-2013
Corporate Team Lead Industrial Engineering at Tyson Foods
1-2005 - 6-2011
Senior Industrial Engineer at Tyson Foods
8-2000 - 8-2005
Senior Industrial Engineer at JBS

Education

1999 - 2001
Master of Science (MS) from Iowa State University
1992 - 1997
Bachelor of Science (BS) from Stellenbosch University

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Exp : 25 Location : Blue Springs, Missouri, United States Job Level : Middle Designation : Continuous Improvement Manager at Tyson Foods
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Insights For Selling To Hendrik

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be ready for penetrating questions and critical examination of your pitch
  • If you can, show them industry reports or analyst comments instead of sharing anecdotal stories
  • Don’t forget to mention how you compare to competition on both features and pricing

DONT's

  • Avoid pushing them too much to involve other stakeholders unless it is critical
  • Don't give superficial answers, they are easily rattled by them
  • Don’t rush them till they have clearly gotten all the necessary information

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Hendrik is

  • Proof of ROI, low pricing and objective proof points are the important factors for them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Hendrik

  • They do not mind saying no if they believe that it is the right decision.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Hendrik move?

  • Their decision-making is neither very fast nor very slow, they are somewhere in between.
  • Can Hendrik take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if their analysis shows that it would be worth it.

You And Hendrik

Personality Compatibility


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