Ian Hind

Background

About Ian Hind

Summary • Twenty (20) years of international marketing experience in the global minerals industry for major mining companies inc Iluka Resources Ltd, Western Metals Ltd and Rio Tinto. • Proven track record of success developing new markets and delivering sales across a wide range of commodities including zircon and titanium industrial minerals, zinc and lead concentrates and diamonds. • Strong shipping and logistics background including management of port operations, warehousing, bulk vessel chartering and container line contracts. • Accustomed to a variety of cultures having lived in the United Arab Emirates, Belgium and India and worked throughout the world. Skills • Highly customer focused, with excellent international interpersonal and problem-solving skills. • Commercially astute with strong business acumen. • Significant contract negotiation and execution expertise for bulk commodities. • Successful development and implementation of marketing strategies with a strong growth focus. • Highly focused on new product development and innovation. • Driven to develop emerging markets. • Detailed industry data collection, analysis and interpretation skills. • Global logistics, bulk shipping and warehousing know-how. • Strong management, leadership and organisational skills. • Export administration proficiency • Significant sales budgeting and reporting experience • Excellent presentation and report writing skills. • Clear and effective communicator who can tailor messaging to stakeholder audiences. • A commitment to safety