Latest Jobs at Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

• A well-established leader in multifaceted commercial farming based in Oudtshoorn is seeking a Commercial Operations Manager for providing strategic leadership, managing farming operations, and fostering teamwork while ensuring sustainability, compliance, and financial efficiency.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics or a related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in commercial operations management within the farming sector
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and seizing opportunities is essential
• Must have an excellent understanding of mega-farming financial planning and operations
• Computer literate with proficiency in relevant software and tools
• Fluency in Afrikaans, with strong communication skills in both written and spoken forms

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Developing and implementing a clear vision and strategy for the business, considering all its ramifications.
• Formulating, communicating, and executing agreed strategies and plans for each branch or section of the farm.
• Taking overall responsibility for the effective management of all farming branches and sections, ensuring each meets its specific requirements.
• Establishing clear reporting lines and ensuring their effective implementation.
• Motivating managers and employees to work cohesively as a team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Applying discipline consistently to maintain high operational standards.
• Capitalizing on projects to enhance operational growth and sustainability.
• Communicating and negotiating effectively with stakeholders, including industry players (e.g., CKI, ABSA, KKA, KKSP, BKB).
• Engaging with stakeholders and ensuring the company is meeting all sustainability and operational standards.
• Providing feedback, both financial and operational, in the format required by the board.
• Collaborating with the Finance Manager and board to draft and manage budgets that align with the company’s objectives.
• Monitoring budget implementation, ensuring cost-efficiency and adherence to financial plans.
• Providing leadership and guidance to management teams, building capacity and fostering a shared sense of purpose among staff.
• Steering recruitment efforts to build teams that align with the company’s short- and long-term objectives.
• Promoting excellent communication and ensuring project scope, targets, objectives, and outcomes are being clearly defined and updated.
• Overseeing in-country legal and administrative aspects of the company’s operations.
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements relevant to the farming business.

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• A market-leading supplier of industrial minerals and related products and solutions is seeking a dedicated Regional Sales Manager to develop business with clients, deliver technical solutions, track sales performance, resolve issues, and manage administrative responsibilities.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a related tertiary qualification in the Commercial, Marketing or Technical field
• Must have previous experience within the polymer and/or paper industry
• Previous experience with chemical raw materials would be preferred
• Demonstrated proven track record of performance and results
• Astute with sound knowledge and practical experience in forecasting and budgeting
• Must have a valid driver's license and be prepared to travel

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Maintaining, developing, and expanding business at current clients, meeting monthly budgets in terms of value and volumes.
• Ensuring marketing intelligence is being gathered, whilst following up on leads and referrals.
• Providing a technical service internally and externally, while maintaining and developing relationships with current customers.
• Being involved in technical meetings with prospects and customers to sell solutions and not just products.
• Providing accurate and meaningful sales value and volume forecasts.
• Ensuring debtors’ queries and/or complaints are being resolved timeously.
• Maintaining all administrative duties, including action plans, customer visits, and associated reports.

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• A well-established international Animal Feed Additive company is seeking the above to be responsible for designing, evaluating, and optimizing nutritionally balanced diets for animals to improve health, performance, welfare, and production efficiency. The role combines scientific knowledge, practical application, and collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders such as farmers, veterinarians, and feed manufacturers.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Animal Nutrition, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, or an equivalent qualification from an accredited institution
• Must be registered with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) in a relevant category or be eligible for registration in a relevant category and willing to obtain such registration within an agreed period after appointment, not exceeding six months
• Minimum 7+ years’ experience in animal nutrition, feed formulation, or related roles
• Experience with specific species is an advantage (Dairy, Beef)
• Strong knowledge of animal nutritional requirements and feed ingredients is essential
• Must have experience with feed formulation software (NDS // AMTS // Allix // Excel)
• Ability to analyze performance, laboratory results, supply practical solutions
• A self-starter with excellent time management skills
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English both written and verbal
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel when required

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Developing and optimizing feed formulations for all species, including dairy, beef, sheep and goats, poultry, swine, and game.
• Ensuring diets are meeting nutritional requirements while optimizing cost-effectiveness.
• Adjusting formulations based on on-farm raw material availability, quality, and price fluctuations.
• Conducting nutritional trials where necessary and analyzing performance data, including growth, feed conversion, and health outcomes.
• Evaluating new raw materials, additives, and supplements.
• Staying updated on scientific literature, regulations, and emerging nutritional technologies.
• Providing nutritional advice to customers, production teams, and sales staff.
• Troubleshooting feeding, health, or performance issues related to nutrition.
• Preparing technical reports, feeding guidelines, and product documentation.
• Ensuring compliance with local and international feed and food safety regulations.
• Supporting quality control processes for raw materials and finished feeds.
• Collaborating with regulatory and quality assurance teams when required.
• Working closely with veterinarians, production managers, and commercial teams.
• Supporting product launches and customer and internal staff training sessions.
• Presenting technical findings clearly to both scientific and non-scientific audiences.