CEO (Salt Mining & Processing)

SUMMARY:
Add some flavour to your career!

Lead a business in the salt mining and processing industry. If you can drive strategic growth, operational excellence, and ensure the success of a thriving business, this one's for you!

POSITION INFO:
Role Purpose:

• As the CEO, you will be responsible for shaping the future of the business and will guide the company towards strategic growth, operational excellence, and financial sustainability, all while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Develop and implement long-term corporate strategy.
  • Identify and act on growth opportunities, including partnerships and acquisitions.
  • Position the company as a competitive player in the domestic salt market.
• Operations Oversight:
  • Oversee all aspects of the salt mining process, including extraction, processing, refining, and logistics.
  • Optimize production costs and improve supply chain performance.
  • Lead the implementation of technology and automation improvements.
• Financial Management:
  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation.
  • Monitor profitability and cost control.
  • Secure financing for expansion and capital projects.
  • Ensure transparent financial reporting to the board.
• Regulatory & Compliance:
  • Ensure compliance with mining laws and environmental regulations.
  • Maintain health & safety standards aligned with industry best practices.
  • Manage licensing, permits, and government relations.
• Commercial & Market Development:
  • Build strong relationships with industrial buyers (chemical, food, agriculture sectors).
  • Lead pricing strategy and contract negotiations.
  • Strengthen brand and product positioning.
• Risk Management:
  • Oversee operational, financial, environmental, and reputational risks.
  • Develop crisis management and business continuity plans.
• Leadership & Culture:
  • Build and lead a high-performing executive team.
  • Promote a safety-first and sustainability-driven culture.
  • Drive performance management systems and leadership development.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Sciences (Animal Science / Industrial or Metallurgic Engineering), Business Administration, or related field.
• MBA or advanced degree will be advantageous.
• 10 years relevant work experience in business management or similar type environment.
• 5 years executive management experience.
• Experience dealing with regulatory authorities and environmental compliance

• Strategic vision and execution capability.
• Strong commercial & financial acumen.
• Negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Crisis management capability.
• Strong leadership and decision-making ability.
• The successful candidate will be based in the Western Cape, but will be required to travel regularly to Head Office (Pretoria) as well as salt mining operations in remote areas.