South Africa: GENERAL MANAGER – FRUITS posted by Farm Manager SA

About the Role

The General Manager – Fruits position is a critical role that requires strong leadership and operational expertise to drive business growth and profitability in our fruit farming operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering the company’s vision, mission, and objectives, while ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our farms.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivery, through appropriate plans and in accordance with the agreed policies and procedures, the vision, mission, and objectives of the Group.
• Maximize yields using best in industry practices to achieve business plan & budget targets.
• Ensure that all input costs are maintained & within budget target.
• Guide, mentor and empower farm managers at the farms to ensure smooth, efficient, sustainable, and profitable operations.
• Ensure all farm managers have the necessary skills, competencies, and motivation to deliver the company’s vision and achieve budgets and present the same to the Board for approval. On need basis short term forecasts to be prepared.
• Constantly endeavour to innovate and improve the processes with cost reduction in mind.
• Ensure that all farms maintain audit standards such as Fairtrade, ETI, etc., always and throughout the year.
• Working closely with consultant and ensure that all recommendations are implemented in a timely manner.
• Managing farm equipment and assets in good condition with regular servicing of the same.
• To set targets and goals with measurable KPI’s for all farm & production managers.
• Oversee adherence to laid down production, harvesting and post-harvest codes of practice.
• Ensure the preparation and presenting of monthly production, packhouse and other management reports to the board.
• Direct the planning and managing of farm operations and farm business administration.
• Ensure safety in all staff operations through adherence to safety regulations when conducting farm operations.
• Ensure production, farm records, operating costs and other farm data are well maintained.
• Monitoring performance and productivity of employees.

Requirements

Agricultural Diploma/Degree advantageous

Minimum of 5 to 8 years previous fruit farming experience

Computer literate

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Mechanically orientated

Ability to motivate and work with staff

Valid driver’s license

Qualifications

No formal education or certifications are required for this role.

Salary & Benefits

Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.