Processing Director

Processing Director

Johannesburg, Gauteng

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Processing Director who will be responsible for leading and managing sustainable profitable growth in Southern Africa. Processing sales growth in all categories in the markets according to agreed strategies and plans.

The successful candidate will be based in Johannesburg and report to the Managing Director.

What Will You Do!

• Drive sustainable profitable growth in processing solutions according to agreed market strategy and market plans
• Drive efficient Deal/Opportunity Management CE Processing (decision to quote/accept price, margin, risk and resourcing) following the defined thresholds and agreed prioritizations in the market and cluster
• Ensure compliance to OEM Processing Pricing Strategy, Commercial processes, policies and tools.
• Execute local sales strategies for all categories and ensure capabilities in accordance with approved targets
• Ensure efficient Channel & Customer Management (incl. lead, opportunity & pipeline management, account planning, sales coverage & target setting)
• Drive efficient cross functional Strategic and Key Account Management in the market for Processing
• Drive product deployment including Key Component sales in the market
• Ensure that key messages are delivered and understood by engaging employees in dialogue, actively sharing and seeking feedback.
  

Who You Are!

• University Degree business/Engineering- MBA is preferable.
• 10-15 years of experience in Food Processing and Packaging industry in similar role.
• Proven track record of Processing sales and business development.
• Experience in value-add selling of product offerings.
• Fluency in English language is requirement
• Fluency in Portuguese will be an added advantage.
• Must be a South African citizen with a valid ID- EE targets apply.
• Driver's licence and Passport. Willing and able to travel extensively (both nationally & internationally).
• Strong business & marketing understanding.
• Solid communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Continuous learner & self-starter.
• Good understanding of global and local competitive environment.
• Customer focus.
• Strategic thinking, planning and execution.
• Team player.
• Drive for results and collaborate and open to change.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

What We Offer!

1. Variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape.
2. Culture that pioneers spirit of innovation where our engineering genius drives visible results.
3. Equal opportunity employment experience that values difference and diversity.
4. Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements.