AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS AND MANUFACTURING MANAGER

Farm Manager SA; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Manager SA in Gauteng seeks a senior leader to drive business and financial management for farming implement production. You will oversee client engagement, product development, and manufacturing operations while guiding the supply chain and team leadership.

The role requires strong strategic thinking, excellent communication with farmers, and hands-on experience translating client feedback into product improvements. ISO standards familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Agricultural Management, Mechanical Engineering, Production Management, or related field.
• 5-10 years’ experience in agricultural implement manufacturing or related industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of farm machinery, design, and fabrication processes.
• Proven experience in client engagement, product development, and business management.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 3834, and manufacturing quality systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office and understanding of technical drawing or CAD designs

Responsibilities

• Business and Financial Management
• Client and Agricultural Engagement
• Manufacturing Management (Farming Implements)
• Supply Chain and Logistics
• Human Resources and Team Leadership
• Compliance and Reporting

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical knowledge

Strategic thinking

Feedback translation

Organization

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma

Tools

MS Office

CAD designs

Job description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Agricultural Management, Mechanical Engineering, Production Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5-10 years’ experience in agricultural implement manufacturing or related industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of farm machinery, design, and fabrication processes.
• Proven experience in client engagement, product development, and business management.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 3834, and manufacturing quality systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office and understanding of technical drawing or CAD designs

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, particularly with farmers and clients
• Technical understanding of agricultural implements and their field application
• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Ability to translate client feedback into actionable product improvements
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

• Business and Financial Management
• Client and Agricultural Engagement
• Manufacturing Management (Farming Implements)
• Supply Chain and Logistics
• Human Resources and Team Leadership
• Compliance and Reporting