General Manager - Operations and Finance

SUMMARY:
GENERAL MANAGER – OPERATIONS AND FINANCE
Eastern Free State, Vrede

A leading animal feed manufacturer with established operations in the Eastern Free State, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic General Manager: Operations and Finance to play a key role in the sustainable growth and profitability of the business

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:

• Matric
• BCom Finance / BCom Accounting / CA(SA) / CIMA / MBA (with a strong financial focus) or an equivalent financial or management qualification
• Proven senior management and financial experience, preferably within manufacturing, agriculture, or the animal feed industry
• Strong financial acumen with advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Sound understanding of production costs and operational finance

• Develop, manage and monitor annual budgets, financial forecasts and long-term financial plans in collaboration with the Managing Director
• Oversee cost control, margin analysis, profitability and financial performance of the business
• Conduct financial analysis of production costs, raw materials and operational efficiency
• Ensure accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls and compliance with financial standards
• Lead, mentor and support the Financial Manager
• Oversee daily production and operational activities of the animal feed plant with hands-on involvement
• Drive process optimisation, efficiency improvements and achievement of production targets
• Manage operational budgets and coordinate with production, logistics, and procurement teams
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety and regulatory requirements