Description

• Accountable for the profitable management of all divisions of an Equipment branch within the constraints of AFGRI Group strategies and policies

Requirements
REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING    

• Grade 12
• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture / Business / Finance / Management will be an advantage

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE            

• 3 years’ relevant experience in an agricultural environment

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS       

• Provide and maintain sound customer relations with internal and external clients (marketing).
• Maintain control of critical administrative procedures and processes to ensure compliance with relevant policies and legislative requirements (loss control).
• Ensure a well-managed inventory system.
• Manage the branch operations for business optimisation according to the department’s business plan.
• Manage the branch finances.
• Provide leadership and support to all employees to ensure a motivated and competent staff complement.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/ COMPETENCIES          

• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• Farming experience or knowledge of farming activities
• Knowledge of John Deere products will be an advantage
• Knowledge of other AFGRI product agencies
• Basic financial skills
• Verbal and written communication
• Valid driver’s licence

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES 

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Results orientated
• Self-starter
• Leadership and managing
• Team player
• Integrity
• Networking and negotiating
• Business and customer orientation
• Planning and organising