Stores Operations Manager at McCain Foods

The Seed Operations Manager is accountable for managing the Seed Stores operation to its full capacity and to ensure quality seed supply, at the required volume, at the planned date to growers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and control seed storage as well as resources required
• Do planning and scheduling of all incoming seed for storage
• Allocate and schedule all seed going to growers according to the seed plan
• Manage quality, quantity and efficiency of incoming-, reworks- and outgoing potato seed.
• Manage costs related to seed storage
• Assist in compiling the annual overhead budget
• Manage the monthly overhead budget
• Plan and co-ordinate the quarterly and annual stock take exercises.
• Manage inbound and outbound seed allocations 
• Compile all monthly reports                       
• Drive engagement initiatives in the department.      

REQUIREMENTS:

• BSc Agriculture Degree/Diploma in  Agriculture
• Minimum  5 years’ experience in a seed storage background.
• Preference will be given to candidates with strong potato seed and technical experience. 
• 1 – 2 years cold room management experience is preferable
• Critical is a  2 – 3 years management experience
• Possession of a valid driver’s license
• Strong analytical and computer skills especially in MS Excel.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English
• Strong planning skills and strong management abilities
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, problem solving and relationship building skills