Divisional Director– Agri Operations

Pollock & Associates; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a decisive leader to oversee operations in the poultry sector. This high-impact executive role requires a visionary with a solid track record in operational excellence, financial acumen, and strategic planning. You will be responsible for driving the company's strategic direction while ensuring compliance and profitability across the Agri supply chain. If you are passionate about leading high-performing teams and shaping the future of the industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior leadership experience in poultry or animal protein.
• Expertise in operational structures across production and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integrated value chain for sustainability and growth.
• Drive strategic execution and continuous improvement across multiple sites.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Financial Acumen

Operational Management

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Team Building

Biosecurity Knowledge

Food Safety Compliance

Education

Degree in Agricultural Management

Degree in Business Management

MBA

Job description

With oversight across rearing farms, breeder farms, abattoirs, sales, marketing, finance, HR, and logistics. You will lead the integrated value chain to achieve long-term sustainability, commercial growth, and operational excellence.

As a key executive team member, you will drive strategic execution, people performance, and continuous improvement across a complex, multi-site environment. This role demands deep technical insight into broiler production and processing and the financial and leadership agility needed to scale the business in line with Group objectives.

This is a high-impact executive role for a decisive, values-driven leader with the operational credibility, vision, and resilience to deliver results across the Agri supply chain. You will be entrusted with shaping the divisions strategic direction while ensuring day-to-day performance, profitability, compliance, and long-term viability.

Key Requirements :

• Degree or diploma in Agricultural or Business Management (MBA advantageous)
• 10+ years'' experience in senior leadership, including 6+ years heading operations in a poultry or animal protein environment
• Proven ability to lead end-to-end operational structures across production, abattoir, sales, logistics, and people management
• Strong financial, commercial, and strategic planning acumen
• Track record in building high-performing teams and succession plans
• Expert knowledge of food safety, biosecurity, quality systems, and HSE compliance
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills