SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
Botha Kelder, situated in the Breedekloof wine region, is a well-established and respected wine cellar with a proud history of producing quality wines since 1949 that reflect the character of the region. Having grown into a dynamic player in the South African wine industry, the organisation now seeks to appoint a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) who will report the Board of Directors.
Key responsibilities include:
- Strategic Management and Planning
- Managing production and viticultural activities
- Managing cellar, winemaking and facilities
- Marketing, Sales and Public Relations
- Financial Management
- Human Resources Management
- Reporting on all operations, results and deviations to the Board of Directors
Requirements for the ideal candidate:
- A degree (preferably in winemaking / viticulture)
- Additional qualification(s) in management / finance will be beneficial
- At least ten years of relevant experience at a management level with proven experience in the wine industry
- Knowledge of / experience in the management, upkeep & expansion of cellar facilities
- Proven experience in staff management
- Sound marketing, sales and negotiation skills
- Excellent communication skills (Afrikaans & English) and ability to maintain strong interpersonal relationships
- Thorough financial knowledge and experience (financial management, business planning & budgeting, etc.)
- Proactive strategic insight
- Advanced organisational and planning skills
- Well-developed decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Dynamic, self-driven and results-oriented
A market-related remuneration package will be negotiated based on qualifications, skills and experience.
