General Manager

Farm Manager SA; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural firm in Limpopo is seeking a General Manager to oversee production and compliance in citrus and subtropical farming. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in strategic management within the fruit production industry and will demonstrate strong leadership and business acumen. Responsibilities include financial management, operational excellence, and people development.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in a strategic and general management role in the fruit production industry.
• Practical experience in handling people at all levels with a strong record of achievement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate execution of Standard Operating Procedures on all levels of citrus and subtropical production.
• Development of annual budgets for operational and capital expenditure.
• Identification of cost optimization procedures and methods.

Skills

Leadership and people management

Operational decision making

Negotiation and communication

Business acumen

Education

Degree/Diploma in Agriculture or Business Management

Job description

Hoedspruit Area – Limpopo

Our client is looking for a General Manager to join the team.

Note: Only candidates with the relevant experience will be considered.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• TS

A relevant qualification (Degree/Diploma) in Agriculture, Business Management or related

10 – 15 years' experience in a strategic and general management role or a similar role with solid knowledge of the fruit production industry

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Excellent leadership and people management skills; practical experience in handling people at all levels and a strong record of achievement through building high performing teams.
• Positive work attitude with high energy level and strong motivational skills.
• Able to work in a highly innovative and collaborative space.
• Strong decision maker with excellent grasp of both the short and long-term macro/micro issues of business, operations (production/supply chain) and human relations interaction.
• Multilevel negotiating and communication ability.
• Can-do attitude and bottom-line achiever. Results driven and able to implement operationally.
• The ability to plan and execute in a structured manner is essential.
• Strong business acumen.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITY AREAS

Technical & Compliance

• Ensure accurate execution of Standard Operating Procedures on all levels of citrus and subtropical production.
• Timely capturing, evaluation and reporting of key data related to production.
• Oversee that all production teams are adequately equipped, deployed and that data available is accurate for decision making.
• Oversee that Health & Safety is maintained in all production units.
• Oversee compliance certification.

Financial Management

• Development of annual budgets for operational and capital expenditure.
• Motivation of expenditures against desired outcomes.
• Execution of operating procedures and production plans within budget.
• Ensure all expenditure is well monitored for the best interest of the business.

Business Strategy, Direction and Continuous Improvement

• Identification of cost optimization procedures and methods.
• Measurement and continual improvement of labour productivity.
• Strategic interventions to improve financial return to farms.
• Inputs towards development and expansion plans, programs, and budgets.

People Management and Development

• Implementation of strong organizational structure.
• Identification of future supervisors and managers; invest in training and development initiatives.
• Train, equip and coach managers.
• Performance Management — measure and review performance with managers against set objectives and assist managers with goals and focus areas.
• Measurement and regular feedback sessions with managers.
• Fostering a healthy teamwork environment; increase staff morale and engagement.
• Oversee HR and Labour relations.

Relations

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted