Business Manager (Farm) at Sellafield Energy

My client is looking to fill the role of Business Manager (Farm)

Responsibilities

• Candidate will work with the Executive committee to develop a short to medium term business plan and budgets.
• Candidate will manage the day to day operational functions.
• Candidate will oversee and monitor seasonal expenditure in line with the budgeted cash flow.
• Responsible for liaising with government, key rural professionals, contractors and other external parties to ensure smooth operation of the farm.
• Oversee that company products are presented for sale in line with company policy regarding, quality, quantity and timeliness of delivery and are marketed in accordance with the company policies.
• Oversee the development, review and management of repairs and maintenance for all plant, machinery and infrastructure.
• Ensure all relevant company policies are understood and adhered to.
• Participate in recruitment and selection of staff.
• Ensure new staff are inducted and aware of company policies and are given role clarity.
• Provide training/coaching to direct reports to enable them to competently carry out tasks required of them on farm.
• Manage staff performance including conducting annual performance reviews for direct reports.
• Ensure that Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures are adhered to.

Skill

• Must have a proven ability in the agribusiness management field in keeping with the size and complexity of this position.
• Must possess the necessary planning and organisational skills to achieve targets and carry out company policies as applicable to property portfolio.

Qualification

• Candidate must have minimum of 10-15 years’ related experience, with at least 5 years in a senior management position, preferably in an Agro business environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Engineering, Business Administration or related field from a recognised University preferred.
• Master’s degree/MBA is an advantage.