Exports General Manager: Lead Global Fruit Operations

Vine Recruitment; Citrusdal; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Vine Recruitment seeks an experienced General Manager: Exports for our client in Citrusdal to drive the execution and performance of its export business unit. The role requires leadership of the export management team, planning, logistics, and cross-functional collaboration to meet strategic objectives.

The candidate will optimise allocation, manage risks, and lead annual planning with a focus on financial discipline and clear reporting. Experience in fresh produce exports is preferred.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in fresh produce, exports, or related sectors.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive results.

Responsibilities

• Lead export management and operations teams to execute the export plan.
• Oversee planning, logistics, documentation and programme delivery aligned with the marketing/export plan.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, processes and systems across the export value chain.
• Develop and manage budgeting, reporting and risk management for the export unit.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Team management

Communication

Education

Management

Supply Chain

Industrial Engineering

Job description

Vine Recruitment seeks an experienced General Manager: Exports for our client in Citrusdal to drive the execution and performance of its export business unit. The role requires leadership of the export management team, planning, logistics, and cross-functional collaboration to meet strategic objectives.

The candidate will optimise allocation, manage risks, and lead annual planning with a focus on financial discipline and clear reporting. Experience in fresh produce exports is preferred.