Job Description

At Overberg Agri, we believe that employee satisfaction starts with creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every employee feels welcome. We strive toward excellence whilst placing kindness, innovation and commitment at the heart of what we do. We are looking for passionate and ambitious candidates who are excited to impact the agricultural sector in South Africa alongside us.Branch Manager: Riviersonderend
(B020010)Responsibilities:

• Overall management of operating point;
• Setting up the budget and implementing action plans to achieve growth potential;
• Improve the profitability of the branch by maintaining and growing outstanding customer relations as per set objectives;
• Implementation of a marketing strategy to increase market share;
• Ongoing marketing and sales of existing product lines and growth of product lines related to the grain,
• livestock and fruit industries;
• Preparation, delivery and follow-up of quotations;
• Stock ordering and checking of appropriate levels of stock items;
• Negotiate and organize transport/logistics for delivery of products to customer(s) or depot(s);
• Personnel management, including personnel development;
• Management of all risk management functions in collaboration with administrative officer; and
• Effective infrastructure maintenance and asset management.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Grade 12 with tertiary qualification in agriculture/marketing and/or sales management;
• 5 years management experience in an agricultural or similar environment with specific knowledge of the grain, livestock and fruit industries;
• Good interpersonal and marketing skills;
• Above average communication skills in both Afrikaans and English;
• Computer literate (full MS Office xc2xa9 package);
• Management skills and marketing approach;
• Good planning and problem-solving skills;
• Reliable and ability to work independently;
• Valid driving license and own reliable transport; and
• Must be resident in area.

Additional Information:This position is based in Riviersonderend. A market related remuneration package is offered. Please indicate clearly the reference number B020010 on your application. Applications which do not quote the reference number, will not be considered for this position. Copies of the candidates identity document, highest qualifications, as well as at least TWO contactable work references must accompany the application. Enquiries and applications can be directed to Lita Groenewald at email recruitments@overbergagri.co.za, or applications can be handed in at Overberg Head Office, Donkin Street, Caledon.Closing date: 4 July 2024In terms of the companys Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups. If you have not received any feedback from us within six weeks from the closing date, you may accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Company reserves the right to make an appointment, or not.

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