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

About the Role:

• The suitable candidate will demonstrate excellent knowledge, skills and experience in the following key performance areas to manage the profitability of Multi Green:

To ensure that the financial objectives of Multi Green are achieved by:

• Growth of Multi Green in terms of market share and profitability.
• Effective communication and revision of Multi Green’s financial objectives

 Strategic direction:

• Determine short- and long-term strategic goals and priorities of Multi Green
• Formulation and implementation of the marketing strategy of Multi Green
• Optimal management and utilization of the assets
• Analysis of Multi Green’ policies, processes and practices to identify where risks exist and where additional measures are required

Strategic engagement with stakeholders:

• Continuous liaison with the Board, Executive Management, shareholders, business chambers, government institutions, suppliers and members of management to establish and nurture long-term relationships and strengthen the identity of the Multi Green within the VKB Group as well as independently.
• Ongoing support and advice to management teams, shareholders, internal and external clients to create a healthy work environment where the full potential of employees are utilized and developed.
• Represent Multi Green on public forums and at meetings where necessary
• Build synergy with other divisions within the VKB Group

Operational involvement and direction:

• Maintain & develop strong relationships with different departments within their company to ensure smooth operation of plant.
• Play the lead role in advising around pricing of products.
• Monitor performance of Multi Green using key metrics and prepare reports for relevant stakeholders
• Continuous forecasting and project revisions as required to mitigate possible risks
• Build effective working relationships with clients and suppliers to support alignment and better understanding of their perspectives. Use that knowledge and relationships to strengthen Multi Green’s financial position.
• Research and Implement guidelines for efficient production scheduling, storage of raw materials and finished goods and feasible delivery solutions

Requirements and Skills:

• Relevant tertiary/postgraduate qualification(s)
• At least 10 years Executive Management experience in the following areas:

1. General Management of the whole business cycle within a fertilizer company
2. Proven experience in the alignment of strategic-, operational- and financial goals
3. Excellent proven financial skills
4. Insight and vision in the fertilizer- and agriculture industry in South Africa
5. Effective conflict management skills
6. Comprehensive networking, communication and negotiation skills
7. Steadfast character with regard to ethical values, consistency and integrity
8. Strong leadership- and change management skills
9. Team player and protect and live out VKB’s unique and healthy culture at all times
10. Ability to identify issues and areas for improvement through analysis
11. Strong commercial acumen and business understanding
12. Ability to manage both internal and customer relationships
13. Advanced negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management abilities

Closing Date: 26th, June 2022