Managing Director - Multi Green (Pty) Ltd, Villiers at VKB Group

About the Role

• The Managing Director will lead Multi Green with integrity, curiosity, and strategic insight. This role demands a leader who can inspire people, build trust, and drive performance as well as engagement through collaboration and innovation.

Key focus areas include:

Strategic Growth and Financial Leadership

• Drive profitable growth and sustainable market expansion.
• Clearly communicate and align financial objectives with long-term vision.
• Identify and seize opportunities with courage, discipline, and accountability.

Vision and Strategic Direction

• Set clear, inspiring short- and long-term goals that reflect Multi Green’s values.
• Shape and execute effective marketing and business strategies.
• Ensure optimal asset management and operational efficiency.
• Continuously assess risks and implement smart, practical solutions.

People and Partnerships

• Build authentic relationships with stakeholders — from the Board and shareholders to employees, suppliers, and clients.
• Create an environment where people are empowered, respected, and encouraged to grow.
• Strengthen collaboration within the VKB Group and foster a sense of shared purpose across all teams.
• Represent Multi Green confidently and professionally in the broader agricultural community.

Operational Excellence

• Lead with hands-on involvement and a deep understanding of the plant’s daily operations.
• Promote teamwork across departments to ensure smooth, efficient production.
• Encourage innovation in pricing, production, logistics, and sustainability.
• Monitor performance, anticipate challenges, and respond with agility and foresight.

Who You Are

• You are a humble leader who values people and collaboration.
• You are hungry — driven by purpose, performance, and progress.
• You are smart — emotionally intelligent, strategic, and practical.
• You are bold — not afraid to challenge, innovate, and make tough calls.
• And above all, you play as part of a team, building others up as you grow together.

Requirements and Skills

• Relevant tertiary and/or postgraduate qualification(s).
• Minimum 10 years’ Executive Management experience in the fertilizer or agricultural sector.
• Proven track record of aligning strategic, operational, and financial objectives.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with strategic foresight.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ethical, consistent, and principled — a role model for integrity and accountability.
• Ability to build trust, manage conflict constructively, and develop people.
• Deep insight into the South African agricultural landscape.