Strategic Farm Operations & Finance Leader

Placements24; Vereeniging; Sur place; ZAR 1 400 000 - 1 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary package

Medical and retirement benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Challenging, rewarding environment in.

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks a Farm Business Manager to lead day-to-day farm operations and drive strategic initiatives. The role combines farming expertise with financial management to ensure efficiency, profitability, and sustainable practices on a large-scale agricultural enterprise.

The successful candidate will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost control while managing a diverse team and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years in farm management or a related senior operational/financial role within agriculture.

Responsabilités

• Oversee all aspects of farm operations, including crop production, livestock management (if applicable), resource allocation, and staff supervision.
• Develop and implement strategic business plans, production targets, and operational budgets.
• Manage financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and profitability analysis.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in health, safety, and environmental management.
• Lead and motivate a diverse team of farm workers, supervisors, and managers.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvements, cost savings, and revenue generation.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, customers, and other external stakeholders.
• Stay informed about market trends, technological advancements, and relevant agricultural policies affecting operations in Vereeniging.

Connaissances

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Budgeting

Financial management

P&L responsibility

Team management

Farm management software

Financial reporting tools

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Agricultural Economics, Farm Management, or related field

Outils

Farm management software

Financial reporting tools

Description du poste

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks a Farm Business Manager to lead day-to-day farm operations and drive strategic initiatives. The role combines farming expertise with financial management to ensure efficiency, profitability, and sustainable practices on a large-scale agricultural enterprise.

The successful candidate will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost control while managing a diverse team and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.