Willem Van Niekerk
About Willem Van Niekerk
Willem Van Niekerk serves as Senior Vice President at Tronox, where he has worked since 2012, focusing on strategic planning. He holds a Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering and has extensive experience in corporate strategy, having previously held various positions at Exxaro.
Work at Tronox
Willem Van Niekerk has served as Senior Vice President (SVP) at Tronox since 2012, contributing to the company for over a decade in South Africa. In 2018, he transitioned to the role of SVP Strategy, where he focuses on strategic planning and corporate strategy implementation in Stamford, Connecticut. His responsibilities include overseeing corporate strategy on a global scale, ensuring alignment with Tronox's objectives and market demands.
Education and Expertise
Willem Van Niekerk holds a Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering from the University of Pretoria, where he studied from 1978 to 1991. He also completed an Executive Development Program at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business in 2008. Additionally, he earned an MBA from Henley Management College and a B.Com in Economics from the University of South Africa, completed in 1990. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in corporate strategy and business development.
Background
Before joining Tronox, Willem Van Niekerk held various positions at Exxaro, where he worked from 2008 to 2012. He served as General Manager of Marketing & Business Development for Sands for six months and as Executive General Manager of Corporate Services for three years. He also worked as Manager of Minerals and Metals, Growth, for seven months. His diverse experience in the mining and minerals sector has equipped him with valuable insights into corporate operations.
Achievements
Willem Van Niekerk has played a key role in the global strategic planning and implementation of corporate strategy at Tronox. His leadership in overseeing corporate strategy has contributed to the company's growth and adaptation in a competitive market. His extensive experience in strategic roles positions him as a significant contributor to Tronox's objectives and initiatives.