General Manager: Operations (Bethal) at AFGRI Equipment

Description

• To manage the operations of the company's production, supply chain, and overall operational efficiency.
• The role ensures that business operations run efficiently, cost-effectively, and align with strategic goals.

Requirements
Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Business Administration Diploma/Degree (advantageous).
• Qualified Grain Grader with fumigation qualification (advantageous).
• 10 years of operational experience in operations.

Key Performance Areas

Managing Raw Material Quality and Stock:

• Ensure the correct quality and quantity of raw materials.
• Manage grading and moisture adjustments.
• Optimise resource use for efficient manufacturing.
• Expand the Milling Business and Service Levels:
• Identify and initiate opportunities for business expansion.
• Develop strategies to maximise infrastructure utilisation.
• Manage customer complaints and ensure quality standards.

Technical Performance:

• Assess and improve technical mill performance.
• Achieve milling gain extraction targets.
• Manage offal/bran sales and minimise downtime.

Human Resource Management:

• Identify training and development needs.
• Manage subordinates' performance and ensure motivation.
• Align with the company's EE plan.

Budget, Financial, and Cost Management:

• Implement systems to manage financial results.
• Monitor income and expenses, taking corrective actions as needed.
• Achieve budget targets and reduce costs.

Compliance and Reporting

• Maintain food safety, occupational health, and safety standards.
• Improve scoring on internal and external audits.
• Provide timely and accurate reports to the Managing Director.
• Ensure consistent communication with EXCO.

Technical Competencies

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of milling systems and procedures.
• Understanding of the agricultural environment.
• Financial acumen.
• Knowledge of agriculture-related legislation.

Behavioural Competencies

• Innovative thinking.
• Conflict management and insight.
• Business acumen.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Networking and relationship-building.
• Negotiation skills.
• Planning and organising abilities.
• Stress management.

Closing Date: 11 June 2025