Pieter Georgius - Owner & Principal Consultant

Q: Where is Pieter based?

Pieter is based in Silves, Portugal and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Pieter speak?

Pieter speaks the following languages: Dutch (Native), English (Advanced), German (Intermediate), Portuguese (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Pieter have?

Pieter has at least 19 years of experience. During this time, Pieter has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 10 months . Note that Pieter may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Pieter's latest experience?

Pieter's most recent position is Owner & Principal Consultant at Georgius Consultancy .

Q: What companies has Pieter worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Pieter has worked for Georgius Consultancy and McCain Foods .

Q: Which industries is Pieter most experienced in?

Pieter is most experienced in industries like Food and Beverage and Agriculture .

Q: Which business areas is Pieter most experienced in?

Pieter is most experienced in business areas like Supply Chain Management , Operations , and Logistics . Pieter also has some experience in Sustainability Management , Strategy and Planning , and Procurement and Purchasing .

Q: Which industries has Pieter worked in recently?

Pieter has recently worked in industries like Food and Beverage and Agriculture .

Q: Which business areas has Pieter worked in recently?

Pieter has recently worked in business areas like Supply Chain Management , Sustainability Management , and Strategy and Planning .

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Silves, Portugal

Experience

Jan 2021 - Present

5 years 2 months

Silves, Portugal

Owner & Principal Consultant

Georgius Consultancy

Provide consultancy services in sustainable and regenerative agriculture, bridging food business strategy with practical farming solutions.
For Kraft Heinz (Nov 2022 – 2024): Designed demo farms for Heinz tomatoes in Brazil, California, and Spain; selected and coordinated local project partners to prepare implementation of regenerative agriculture practices.
For HZPC (Jul 1 2022 – Oct 31 2022): Developed strategic and practical recommendations to integrate sustainable farming practices across the supply chain.
For Ulvenhart South-Netherlands ‘Bodem Boer Bouw’ (2022 – 2023): Local in-field implementation of regenerative farming of sorghum over two growing seasons; pioneering in the soil–farming–sustainable building sector.
For Earthworm Foundation (Oct 1 2021 – Sep 30 2022): Directed multiple agricultural projects in the USA and Europe for global clients (Grupo Bimbo, Heineken, Südzucker, Pladis), embedding regenerative agriculture into large-scale supply chains. Provided strategic advisory on setting up Kansas regenerative agriculture pilots for the world’s largest bakery.
Own Farm Project (2025 – ongoing): Developing a 7.5-hectare regenerative farm in southern Portugal, applying full-spectrum regenerative agriculture principles. This hands-on project deepens experience with the transition to climate-resilient farming in a drought-prone region, focusing on water cycle restoration and long-term sustainability to create a profitable farming model.

Jan 2019 - Dec 2021

3 years

Vice President Agriculture Continental Europe

McCain Foods

Led a 200+ FTE agricultural team across 7 processing plants in Continental Europe, overseeing variety development, seed production, agronomy, procurement, and grading operations.
Managed an annual budget of €350–400M, consistently delivering on commercial targets while advancing sustainability metrics (carbon footprint, water use, soil health).
Actively shaped corporate strategy as a member of the European Senior Leadership Team, driving agricultural sustainability as a core business priority.
Successfully managed crisis response for a massive potato surplus (140,000+ tons) during the Covid-19 crisis, balancing short- and long-term commercial and supplier interests.
Achieved measurable improvements in employee engagement, raising the agricultural team’s satisfaction score from 69% to 78%.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2018

5 years

Potato Sourcing Leader & International Sourcing Manager

Lamb Weston Meijer

Provided procurement leadership and large-scale sourcing across international markets; managed cross-functional teams.

Jan 2013 - Dec 2014

2 years

Logistics Manager & Project Manager

Tradin Organic

Optimized logistics and implemented ERP systems to improve operational efficiency.

Jan 2007 - Dec 2012

6 years

Team Leader Logistics & Supply Chain Trainee

Cargill

Led logistics teams and coordinated complex supply chain operations across multiple regions.

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Food and Beverage (19 years) and Agriculture (11 years).

Food and Beverage

Agriculture

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Supply Chain Management (13 years), Operations (9 years), Logistics (8 years), Sustainability Management (7 years), Strategy (5 years), and Procurement (5 years).

Supply Chain Management

Operations

Logistics

Sustainability Management

Strategy

Procurement

Summary

Strategic consultant and senior leader with deep expertise in sustainable and regenerative agriculture supply chains. I partner with food companies, agricultural NGOs, farmer cooperatives, and consultancies to implement eco-friendly practices that meet both environmental and commercial objectives. Unlike typical strategy consultants, I specialize in translating high-level strategy into practical, on-the-ground execution. I ensure sustainability initiatives are both visionary and operationally feasible, delivering results that are actionable and measurable. With a unique blend of corporate strategy and agricultural expertise, I help organizations advance regenerative agriculture, driving decarbonization, climate resilience, water stewardship, and long-term profitability.

Skills

Regenerative & Sustainable Agriculture Strategy
Agricultural Procurement & Supply Chain Leadership
Interim Executive & Project Management
Corporate Sustainability & Esg Strategy
Farmer Engagement & Capacity Building
Multi-stakeholder Collaboration & Change Leadership
Climate Adaptation, Biodiversity & Water Stewardship Initiatives

Languages

Dutch

Native

English

Advanced

German

Intermediate

Portuguese

Intermediate

Education

Oct 2004 - Jun 2007

Erasmus University

Master in Supply Chain Management · Supply Chain Management · Rotterdam, Netherlands

Oct 1997 - Jun 2003

Wageningen University

Master in Soil Science and Plant Nutrition · Soil Science and Plant Nutrition · Wageningen, Netherlands

Oct 1991 - Jun 1997

Pre-university Education (VWO) · Pre-university Education (VWO) · Netherlands

Profile

Created

November 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Pieter based?

Pieter is based in Silves, Portugal and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Pieter speak?

Pieter speaks the following languages: Dutch (Native), English (Advanced), German (Intermediate), Portuguese (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Pieter have?

Pieter has at least 19 years of experience. During this time, Pieter has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 10 months. Note that Pieter may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Pieter be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Pieter would be well-suited for roles such as: Owner & Principal Consultant, Vice President Agriculture Continental Europe, Potato Sourcing Leader & International Sourcing Manager.

What is Pieter's latest experience?

Pieter's most recent position is Owner & Principal Consultant at Georgius Consultancy.

What companies has Pieter worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Pieter has worked for Georgius Consultancy and McCain Foods.

Which industries is Pieter most experienced in?

Pieter is most experienced in industries like Food and Beverage and Agriculture.

Which business areas is Pieter most experienced in?

Pieter is most experienced in business areas like Supply Chain Management, Operations, and Logistics. Pieter also has some experience in Sustainability Management, Strategy and Planning, and Procurement and Purchasing.

Which industries has Pieter worked in recently?

Pieter has recently worked in industries like Food and Beverage and Agriculture.

Which business areas has Pieter worked in recently?

Pieter has recently worked in business areas like Supply Chain Management, Sustainability Management, and Strategy and Planning.

What is Pieter's education?

Pieter holds a Master in Supply Chain Management from Erasmus University and a Master in Soil Science and Plant Nutrition from Wageningen University.

What is the availability of Pieter?

Pieter is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Pieter?

Pieter's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.