Director - FMCG

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES022150/KOE

Date posted:

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Location:

Potchefstroom, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:
ð Run a Multi-Plant Feed Empire – Step Into a Role That Shapes the Future of Animal Nutrition!

POSITION INFO:
A leading player in the animal feed industry is seeking a high-level Feed Director to take full strategic and operational control across four production facilities. If you’re a seasoned leader with experience in milling, feed, or FMCG manufacturing—this is your moment to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact.

Non-Negotiable Requirements

A relevant tertiary qualification (Finance, Engineering, Agriculture or similar)
Minimum 10 years of senior management experience in the animal feed, milling, or FMCG environment
Strong leadership with proven ability to manage multi-site operations
Working knowledge of quality, ISO, and regulatory standards in the Agri-sector
Must be based in South Africa and open to travel between plants
Effective communicator with board-level reporting skills

Job Experience & Skills Required

Full oversight of production, engineering, procurement, technical, finance, HR, and commercial teams
Strategic planning and financial management, including OPEX, CAPEX, and profitability targets
Raw material procurement and international market negotiations
Innovation and process improvement across product and technology platforms
Drive sustainability and R&D, including trial oversight and environmental impact reduction
Lead stakeholder engagement: suppliers, regulatory bodies, and industry networks
Champion diversity, succession planning, and talent development
Ability to balance operations and strategy in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment

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ð© Zani Deysel-Koekemoer
Career Engineer

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