Senior Agribusiness Operations Lead — Upington

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

On-site accommodation

Medical aid

Pension fund

Professional development

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Operations Manager in Upington, Northern Cape. You will oversee end-to-end farming, processing, and logistics, driving efficiency and quality across the business.

The role requires 7+ years in agribusiness operations, strong leadership, and a track record in large-scale supply chains. You will optimize resources, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in operations management with agribusiness focus.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale agricultural operations and supply chains.
• Bachelor's degree in related field and proficiency with management software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day farming, processing, and logistics operations.
• Develop strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage resources including labor, equipment, and materials.
• Ensure compliance with quality, health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Lead and develop operational teams and monitor performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Supply chain management

Budgeting

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Agribusiness Management

Operations Management

Tools

Agricultural management software

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Operations Manager in Upington, Northern Cape. You will oversee end-to-end farming, processing, and logistics, driving efficiency and quality across the business.

The role requires 7+ years in agribusiness operations, strong leadership, and a track record in large-scale supply chains. You will optimize resources, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.