Country Manager

SUMMARY:
Country Manager
Maputo/Matola, Mozambique (Willingness to relocate to or frequently travel to Mozambique)
R120 000 - R140 000 (Depending on Experience)

A dynamic and execution-driven Country Manager is sought to lead and grow the Mozambique operation of a regional business in the agricultural/FMCG sector. This hands-on leader will be responsible for aligning all business functions to drive profitability, operational excellence, and sustained growth, while ensuring compliance and fostering a values-based leadership culture.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:

• Bachelors in Business, Commerce, Agriculture, or related
• MBA or Postgrad qualification preferred
• 8+ years in senior leadership (FMCG/agriculture ideal)
• Full P&L responsibility with EBITDA delivery track record
• Proven experience managing multifunctional teams in a matrix structure
• MS Office, ERP/BI tools (essential)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead overall operations and ensure alignment with strategic business goals
• Drive commercial growth across product categories
• Manage and support functional teams across sales, finance, human resources, and operations
• Ensure strict compliance with company policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Monitor business performance and implement corrective actions when needed
• Represent the company in industry, community, and regulatory engagements
• Drive customer satisfaction, pricing discipline, and route-to-market efficiency
• Report on performance to group leadership and ensure accurate, timely reporting
• Promote a high-performance culture aligned with company values
• Oversee risk management, internal controls, and governance across all functions