Managing Director – Meat Wholesale & Growth Leader

HR-Simplified (Pty) Ltd; Middelburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A South African food distribution company is seeking a Managing Director to lead sustainable growth across agricultural, milling, retail, and farming operations. The role involves executing growth strategies, ensuring financial stewardship, and managing operational performance. Visionary leadership and a strong understanding of the wholesale meat industry are essential to this position, along with excellent stakeholder engagement skills. The company prioritizes sustainability and community impact.

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of the wholesale meat industry.
• Experience in managing diverse operational divisions.
• Ability to align operations with strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of the company’s growth strategy.
• Oversee day-to-day operations across divisions.
• Prepare and manage annual budgets and capital investments.
• Provide leadership to senior executives and managers.
• Act as the face of the company to stakeholders.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Commercial acumen

Operational management

Financial control skills

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation ability

Job description

A South African food distribution company is seeking a Managing Director to lead sustainable growth across agricultural, milling, retail, and farming operations. The role involves executing growth strategies, ensuring financial stewardship, and managing operational performance. Visionary leadership and a strong understanding of the wholesale meat industry are essential to this position, along with excellent stakeholder engagement skills. The company prioritizes sustainability and community impact.