Manager: Business Areas

BKB Ltd; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in South Africa is seeking a Livestock Manager responsible for operational management and profitability of the Kroonstad Livestock Branch. The ideal candidate will hold an Agricultural qualification and have at least 5 years of experience in Livestock Marketing. Responsibilities include driving business growth, managing finances, and maintaining stakeholder relationships to ensure compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in Livestock Marketing.
• Thorough management skills, financial skills and business understanding.
• Bilingual (English / Afrikaans).

Responsibilities

• Ensure constant growth through increased market share.
• Identify and manage strategic objectives.
• Effective management of employees.

Skills

Leadership skills

Sales skills

Negotiation skills

Planning skills

Analytical skills

Education

Agricultural Diploma/Degree

Job description

BKB is seeking a Livestock Manager who will be responsible for the operational management and profitability of the Kroonstad Livestock Branch. Important operational functions inherent in a Livestock business include Financial Management, Personnel Management, Marketing and all administrative duties related to the business.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant tertiary qualification (Agricultural Diploma/Degree)
• At least 5 years’ experience in Livestock Marketing
• Thorough management skills, financial skills and business understanding
• Proven administrative skills (debtors/creditors)
• Exposure to strategic management
• Proven marketing exposure
• Bilingual (English / Afrikaans)

SKILLS

• Strong leadership skills and leadership competencies (driving accountability, initiation action, building and maintaining stakeholder relationships)
• Structured approach to operational challenges
• Strong sales, negotiation and communication skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Good administrative skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively

COMPETENCIES

• Drive and energy
• Persuasion
• Impact and influence
• Initiating action

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure constant growth within the area through increased market share, turnover growth and profitability
• Identify and manage strategic objectives for the business unit
• Effective management of employees through attracting, developing and retaining talent
• Responsible for preparation of budgets and financial statements for the business unit
• Building and maintaining stakeholder relationships, including buyers, sellers and relevant industry associations and societies
• Provide efficient and effective debtors’ control
• Effective brand management support service
• Ensure that all regulatory requirements are met (CPA, Animal Protection Act, Animal Diseases Act)