Farm Business Manager - Operations & Finance

Placements24; Vereeniging; Presencial; ZAR 1 400 000 - 1 900 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary package

Medical and retirement benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Challenging, rewarding environment in.

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks a Farm Business Manager to lead day-to-day farm operations and drive strategic initiatives. The role combines farming expertise with financial management to ensure efficiency, profitability, and sustainable practices on a large-scale agricultural enterprise.

The successful candidate will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost control while managing a diverse team and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Qualificações

• Minimum of 7 years in farm management or a related senior operational/financial role within agriculture.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee all aspects of farm operations, including crop production, livestock management (if applicable), resource allocation, and staff supervision.
• Develop and implement strategic business plans, production targets, and operational budgets.
• Manage financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and profitability analysis.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in health, safety, and environmental management.
• Lead and motivate a diverse team of farm workers, supervisors, and managers.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvements, cost savings, and revenue generation.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, customers, and other external stakeholders.
• Stay informed about market trends, technological advancements, and relevant agricultural policies affecting operations in Vereeniging.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Budgeting

Financial management

P&L responsibility

Team management

Farm management software

Financial reporting tools

Formação académica

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Agricultural Economics, Farm Management, or related field

Ferramentas

Farm management software

Financial reporting tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role Our client, a significant agricultural producer with operations near Vereeniging, Gauteng , is seeking a highly competent Farm Business Manager. This role requires a strategic leader with expertise in both farm operations and financial management. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the farm, driving efficiency, profitability, and sustainable practices. Key responsibilities include managing resources, optimizing production, controlling costs, and developing financial strategies to ensure the long-term success of the business. This is a leadership position offering substantial responsibility and the opportunity to make a significant impact on a large-scale agricultural enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of farm operations, including crop production, livestock management (if applicable), resource allocation, and staff supervision.
• Develop and implement strategic business plans, production targets, and operational budgets.
• Manage financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and profitability analysis.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in health, safety, and environmental management.
• Lead and motivate a diverse team of farm workers, supervisors, and managers.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvements, cost savings, and revenue generation.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, customers, and other external stakeholders.
• Stay informed about market trends, technological advancements, and relevant agricultural policies affectingoperations in Vereeniging .

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, agricultural Economics, Farm Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7years of experience in farm management or a related senior operational and financial role within the agriculture industry.
• Proven experience in financial management, including budgeting, P&L responsibility, and cost control.
• Strong understanding of agricultural production systems and best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, with the ability to manage teams effective..
• Excellent strategic thinking, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiencyinfarmmanagementsoftwareandfinancialreportingtools.
• KnowledgeoftheagriculturallandscapeandmarketdynamicsintheGautengregion.
• Avaliddriver's license and willingnessto spend significant time on the farm.

Benefits

• Ourclientoffersahighlycompetitivesalarypackage, reflecting the seniorityandresponsibilitiesofthisrole,alongwithperformance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensivemedicalandretirementbenefitsareprovided.
• Thispositionofferssignificantopportunitiesforprofessionalgrowthandcareeradvancementwithinaleadingagriculturalcompany.
• EmployeesbenefitfromworkinginachallengingandrewardingenvironmentintheGautengregion,contributingtothesuccessofavitalindustry.
• Ourclientiscommittedtoexcellenceandfostersacultureofcontinuousimprovement.