CHIEF GENERAL MANAGER

Recruiter:

Farm Manager SA

Job Ref:

FM001929/SH

Date posted:

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Location:

Curico Area , South Africa

SUMMARY:
Curico Area – Chile: Our client is looking for an Additional General Manager to join the team.

The successful candidate will oversee their global operations in fruit procurement, packing, and export. The role involves strategic leadership, team management, and ensuring operational excellence across multiple international locations.

Only candidates with the relevant experience will be considered.

POSITION INFO:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Must have 15-20 years of experience in the fruit industry (preferably apples, kiwis, pears, and oranges – sourced around the world through our subsidiaries).
Proven leadership and team management skills.
Strong understanding of global fruit procurement and export processes.
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities. Strong knowledge of English.
Ability to handle emergency situations effectively

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Leadership & Team Management

Oversee operations across overseas group companies, ensuring smooth procurement and dispatch.
Distribute work among junior staff everywhere, ensuring quality and efficiency.
Forecast HR needs, submit completed hiring proposals, and oversee junior staff performance.

Sourcing & Sales Targets

Meet sourcing targets for apples, pears, citrus, and kiwis.
Develop and propose global sales plans to achieve export sales targets.

Pack House & Storage Management

Ensure availability of leased technically top-class pack houses and storage spaces.
Secure competitive contracts with vendors & service providers before the commencement of season.

Coordination & Quality Control

Coordinate sourcing, packing, and quality control across global locations.
Ensure proper handling, storage, packing, and adherence to quality standards.

Marketing & Market Development

Oversee marketing efforts and develop new export markets.
Promote sourcing model to grow relationships with growers.

End-to-End Management

Manage procurement to shipping process, ensuring smooth operations.
Ensure commitments with growers are documented and confirmed.

Emergency & Critical Situations Management

Be accessible to handle emergencies and ensure business continuity.
Maintain emergency contacts for shipping and logistics.

Strategic Management

Develop strategies to optimize grower negotiations and sourcing model implementation.
Ensure competitive pricing and improve growers’ cash flow.

Financial & Operational Reporting

Drive revenue growth, cost optimization, and financial transparency.
Monitor reconciliation of raw materials and packing materials.

Business Plan & Policy Implementation

Lead business plan execution and ensure policy compliance.
Implement legal, statutory, ERP and regulatory requirements.

Manpower & Performance Monitoring

Ensure adequate staffing per organizational needs.
Monitor and control performance to meet objectives.

Safe Storage & Quality Assurance

Ensure safe storage & handling of fruit throughout the Cold Supply Chain to minimize quality loss.
Manage contracts with growers and ensure proper picking times.

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