general manager – fm1649

Farm Manager SA; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Limpopo is seeking a seasoned Operations Manager with extensive experience in the fruit production industry. The ideal candidate should have 10 to 15 years in a management role, a degree in Agriculture or Business Management, and demonstrate excellent leadership and business acumen. This role involves overseeing production procedures, budget development, and performance management within the team.

Qualifications

• 10 – 15 years' experience in strategic and general management role.
• Solid knowledge of the fruit production industry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure execution of Standard Operating Procedures on citrus production.
• Develop annual budgets for operational and capital expenditure.
• Identify cost optimization procedures and methods.
• Oversee performance management of employees.

Skills

Leadership and people management

Strong decision maker

Excellent communication

Can-do attitude

Business acumen

Education

Degree/Diploma in Agriculture or Business Management

Job description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A relevant qualification (Degree/Diploma) in Agriculture, Business Management or related
• 10 – 15 years' experience in 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 and anticipated outcomes
• Execution of operating procedures and production plans within budget
• Ensure all expenditure well monitored for the best interest of the Business

Strategic 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

Manage Performance and Development of Employees

• 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