Mike Butcher

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Plant Manager at Cargill

United States

Overview

With over 30 years of experience, Mike is a seasoned plant manager specializing in operational improvements that drive significant production growth. He is skilled in data analysis and implementing lean disciplines and 5S concepts to enhance economic and quality outcomes, fostering a collaborative environment to maintain high standards.

At a previous role at Michael Foods, he successfully led his team to achieve eighteen months without a single accident, demonstrating his strong commitment to employee safety.

Personality Overview

Assertive

Curious

Example Seeker

They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals.  They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince.

Topics They Care About

Operational Efficiency
Has extensive experience in operational improvements, data analysis, and using lean disciplines/5S concepts to achieve production growth and positive economic results.
Workplace Safety
Emphasizes developing and implementing robust employee safety programs to comply with OSHA requirements, significantly reducing accident rates across multiple management roles.
Supply Chain Management
Previously responsible for all supply chain activities, including inbound logistics, inventory, transportation, and shipping, ensuring comprehensive oversight of operations.

Media Appearances

Mike has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2022
Plant Manager at Cargill
9-2021
Plant Operations Manager at LALA U.S., Inc
12-2020 - 8-2021
Operations Manager at Russ Davis Wholesale Inc.
7-2018 - 11-2020
Plant Manager at Michael Foods
1-2016 - 7-2018
Plant Manager at Mission Foods

Education

Mike has no verified education history

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Insights For Selling To Mike

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them realize that there is no personal risk in making this decision
  • Share testimonials from known people and give multiple examples of product value
  • Invite them for a social do but don’t rely solely on the relationship

DONT's

  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first
  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points
  • Don’t brush off any concerns, take all questions seriously

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Mike is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Mike

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Mike move?

  • They like to perform full analysis and can take time to make any decision.
  • Can Mike take some risk or not?

  • They weigh all decisions systematically and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Mike

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