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POSITION INFO:
Our client, a world-class citrus packing facility in the Western Cape, has provided a packing and marketing service to citrus producers for nearly a century. They are currently recruiting for a Non-Executive Director (NED) to monitor executive decisions while remaining independent of the business and its day-to-day operations. The initial term of the appointment will be 12 months.
The main responsibilities of the NED Marketing Director will include:
- Effectively monitoring the performance of the management team and especially the Citrus marketing team
- Challenging and contributing to the overall strategy and specifically the marketing strategy development of the company
- Ensuring that controls are in place; risks are managed effectively; and that financial reporting is accurate
- Mentoring and providing guidance to the senior management team and the board on brand loyalty and confidence, corporate governance, and seasonal marketing plans
The ideal non-executive candidate will meet the following requirements:
- Relevant postgraduate qualification(s)
- Minimum of 15 years of fruit exporting business experience, with at least 10 of these years in a senior marketing fruit exporting role (preference will be given to candidates with citrus and grape experience)
- Well-developed critical thinking ability
- The capability to encourage contributions from fellow directors, while also challenging direction and asking probing questions
- A team builder who is empathetic and effective in interpersonal communication
- Strong track record in strategic planning, developing and servicing European and United Kingdom retail programmes and primary producer level engagement initiatives
- Excellent relationship-building skills with existing connections within South Africa and the South African primary exporting countries
- A balance of conceptual thinking, analytical ability, risk management, strategic planning and commercial acumen is essential
NB: If you have applied for a similar position at Joubert & Associates within the last 12 months, you do not need to reapply.
Your application will be on our records and you will automatically be considered for this position.
