Managing Director - Meze Foods

Nurture Brands; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A specialty food manufacturing company is seeking a dynamic Managing Director to lead operations in South Africa, Gauteng. The successful candidate will drive the company's strategic vision, oversee daily operations, and ensure financial performance. Key responsibilities include team development, compliance, and promoting innovation. This role requires strong leadership in a fast-paced environment. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the specialty foods industry.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the specialty foods industry.
• Strong business acumen and management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company's strategic vision.
• Oversee daily operations ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Manage financial performance including budgeting and P&L.
• Drive sales growth through innovative marketing strategies.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety standards.
• Promote product innovation to meet consumer preferences.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Innovative thinking

Decisiveness

Resilience

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Managing Director to lead our Specialty Cheese and Mediterranean food Manufacturing Company. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the business operations, ensuring the highest standards of production, quality, and market competitiveness. This role requires a visionary, entrepreneurial leader with a strong background in the speciality foods industry, with excellent business acumen and exceptional management skills. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to innovating and improving food production practices to meet evolving consumer demands.

Personal Attributes

• Visionary: Ability to think strategically and drive the company's vision forward.
• Innovative & Entrepreneurial: Creative and open to new ideas, with a willingness to embrace change and take calculated risks.
• Decisive: Strong decision-making skills, with the ability to analyse complex situations and make informed choices.
• Resilient: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle pressure effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the company's strategic vision and 5 year plan, ensuring alignment with market trends and consumer demands.
• Operational Management: Oversee daily operations, including production, supply chain, quality control and more, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Financial Oversight: Manage the company's financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to stakeholders. Full P&L responsibility.
• Sales and Marketing: Drive sales growth and brand awareness through innovative marketing strategies and strong customer relationships.
• Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure all operations comply with relevant industry regulations, health and safety standards, and environmental policies.
• Innovation: Promote product innovation and development, staying ahead of industry trends and meeting evolving consumer preferences.
• Stakeholder Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, customers, investors, and other key stakeholders.