Regional Manager at AFGRI Equipment

Description

• Profitable and safe management of storage facilities in the region according to industry standards and operational procedures.  Promoting company policies within the region and marketing of services externally

Requirements

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING

• Grade 12
• Qualified Grain Grader
• In possession of all grading and fumigating certificates

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

• 10 years’ experience as a Silo Manager  

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Pro-actively market all silo services/storage capacity and identify opportunities in the area
• Manage quality and niche market products in the region
• Monitor correct fumigation procedures during intake of grain
• Oversee stock control of bulk grain and diverse products
• Build and maintain good relationships with internal and external clients and timeously resolve client queries and disputes
• Prepare and manage budget
• Manage fixed assets per silo/bunker
• Submit timely monthly and quarterly reporting and feedback on all activities in the region
• Manage capacity planning and bin allocation to maximise storage periods and ensure effective utilisation of silos and bunkers
• Identify new business and implement opportunities in the storage environment
• Recruit and appoint competent employees, manage and monitor employee performance standards, identify training and development needs
• Ensure that all employees are conversant with company policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance to FRESH audits
• Conduct site audits to monitor grain intake and dispatch, cash handling and sales

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/ COMPETENCE

• Intermediate to Advanced MS Office proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Verbal and written communication skills (fluent in English and Afrikaans)
• Compliance, risk and legislative knowledge
• Technical and financial skills
• Ability to conduct internal training and awareness

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Results orientated
• Innovative/Proactive
• Leadership and management skills
• Excellent People Skills
• Team Player
• Integrity
• Networking and negotiating
• Business and customer-orientated
• Planning and organising 

In addition to the requirements stated above, please note the candidate should take note of the following:

• Own transport is essential
• Willing to travel extensively and/or relocate

Closing date: 31 August 2023