MANAGING DIRECTOR – FERTILIZER MANUFACTURING COMPANY (VILLIERS, FREE STATE)

University of Fort Hare; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Free State seeks a Managing Director to lead its fertilizer mixing and distribution operations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years in executive management, ideally within the agricultural or fertilizer sector, and possess strong commercial acumen, leadership, and communication skills. This is an opportunity to drive operational excellence and sustainable growth in a pivotal role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ executive management experience, ideally in the fertilizer or agricultural sector.
• Proven track record in aligning strategic, operational, and financial goals.
• Deep understanding of the South African agricultural landscape.

Responsibilities

• Lead a fertilizer mixing and distribution company in a strategic capacity.
• Drive operational excellence and sustainable business growth.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Conflict management

Education

Relevant tertiary or postgraduate qualifications

Job description

MANAGING DIRECTOR – FERTILIZER MANUFACTURING COMPANY (VILLIERS, FREE STATE)

Villières, Free State

We are seeking an experienced and values-driven Managing Director to lead a leading fertilizer mixing and distribution company in the Free State. This role is ideal for a strategic, commercially minded leader with a passion for people, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth.

Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary or postgraduate qualifications.
• Minimum 10 years’ executive management experience, ideally in the fertilizer or agricultural sector.
• Proven track record in aligning strategic, operational, and financial goals.
• Strong commercial, financial, and leadership acumen.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and people development skills.
• Ethical, principled, and able to manage conflict constructively.
• Deep understanding of the South African agricultural landscape.

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