Manufacturing Jobs in Africa

Nature & Scope:

Our client is a leader in the distribution of frozen products in French-speaking Africa with a presence in Gabon and Côte d'Ivoire. As part of the strengthening of its governance and strategic development, the Group is looking for a Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The CEO will report directly to the Board of Directors to execute the group's strategic vision in Côte d'Ivoire and its expansion into West Africa.

Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for creating, planning, implementing and integrating the strategic direction of the company as defined by the Board of Directors
• Communicate and implement the vision and mission of the organization as directed by the Board of Directors
• Ensure that the company's leadership is continuously aware of the competitive landscape, development prospects, consumer habits, and industry developments
• Formulate and implement the strategic plan that guides the company's direction
• Coordinate the development of the annual budget and related operational performance indicators
• Ensure the smooth operational functioning of the company, according to budgets and strategic plans
• Evaluate and develop the skills of the company's management members. Monitor the performance of members of management either through recognition, coaching, or disciplinary actions
• Represent the company in external and public relations
• Further develop the good reputation of the brand in Côte d'Ivoire
• Exercising inspiring leadership and building team spirit
• Create an environment that promotes a high-performance corporate culture and a positive work climate
• Guarantor to the Board of Directors of the successful achievement of the financial, operational and organizational performance of the company as a whole

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Rigor, autonomy and strong analytical and synthesis skills
• Ability to dialogue and persuasion
• Sense of organization and prioritization of problems
• Taste for continuous improvement
• Ability to design monitoring tools (dashboards, etc.)
• Availability and high work capacity
• Ability to meet deliverables and deadlines
• Ability to motivate and mobilize teams
• Good communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good situational awareness
• Team spirit
• Listening and decision-making skills
• Entrepreneurial Ability
• Negotiation Ability
• Be action-oriented and results-oriented
• Interpersonal skills and professional presentation
• Good knowledge of financial tables, cash management and budgeting
• Good corporate governance
• Languages: fluent in English and French

Candidate Profile:

15 to 20 years of experience in the management of a medium to large company or subsidiary, ideally in the modern food distribution sector in Africa and/or in the FMCG sector in Africa.

Remuneration:

The remuneration will be very competitive and defined according to the candidate's profile and experience.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to cdutoit@caglobalint.com

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

Chalden du Toit

Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

Reference Number: MTEFA1

Job Description:

Our client, a pioneering global manufacturer in the high-speed door industry, seeks an Area Sales Manager to oversee operations in South Africa, reporting to HQ. In this pivotal role, you will represent a German premium manufacturer in Southern African markets, focusing on the Republic of South Africa. Responsibilities include setting the strategic direction for the company, developing business plans to enhance brand presence, and collaborating with the Regional Manager and local partners to drive revenue growth and market share. Additionally, you will provide direct support to local partners in sales, service, and marketing, fostering strong business relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Represent a premium German manufacturer in Southern African markets, focusing on the Republic of South Africa and acting as the extended arm to headquarters.
• Set strategic direction and develop business plans to build the brand in Southern African markets, collaborating with the Regional Manager and local partners to increase revenues, market share, and profitability.
• Provide direct support to local partners in sales, service, and marketing to develop business in the area, leveraging proven experience in selling technical premium products for industrial and/or real estate applications.
• Establish and expand business relationships with existing end customers and dealers, focusing on business development up to the after-sales area, particularly in key industry sectors like automotive, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, or logistics.
• Drive brand and product awareness, analyze market trends, and implement effective sales and business development strategies in collaboration with the Regional Manager, leveraging connections in key industry sectors.
• Manage overall profitability of the business, including financial analysis of revenue potential, establishment of corporate goals, and short- and long-term budget planning in cooperation with headquarters.
• Organize Product Launch Events, Customer/Architect/Consultant Meets, and exhibitions, and lead brand development campaigns. Liaise with government agencies across the region.

Requirements:

• Experience in local/ industrial doors market would be desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business administration, or equivalent.
• Several years of professional experience in technical sales and business development within a B2B and Dealer development ecosystem.
• Proficiency in business English is essential, while German language skills are desirable but not mandatory.
• Demonstrated willingness to travel, coupled with strong time management and prioritization abilities.
• Proven track record of successful sales to target markets/customers for high-technology products, accompanied by a high level of technical expertise.
• Experience in collaborating with reseller/dealer networks is required.
• Extensive experience in key sales sectors such as automotive, food & beverage, logistics, and pharmaceutical industries.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively both in teams and independently.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Ideal candidate can be based in Cape Town, Johannesburg, or Port Elizabeth
• Excellent package on offer.
• Willingness to travel when needed.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Matthew Taylor at mataylor@caglobalint.com

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

Matthew Taylor

Recruitment Consultant

CA Finance

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.