General Manager Malawi, Lake Harvest Group (Malawi) - Leopard Recruitment

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Lake Harvest Group

Food production & trading

General Manager Malawi

Blantyre, Malawi

Our client

Leopard Recruitment and Lake Harvest Group are looking for a General Manager for their Malawi Operations. Our client is an international group of protein producers and traders in Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Zambia.

The role

You will spearhead the strategic and operational management of the company’s protein import and trading business in Malawi. Doing so by ensuring efficient supply chain operations, sales and market expansion across the country. You will also be responsible for building and motivating the Malawian team. In order to navigate volatile exchange rates the you will also be responsible for setting up a commodity trading arm.

You will report to the Head of Sales & Logistics of the group and will have 2 direct reports, a finance manager and a sales & operations manager. The total team in Malawi currently consists of 10 people.

Key responsibilities

Develop and implement business strategies to grow the protein import and expand market presence across Malawi.
Oversee recruitment, training and performance evaluations to build organisational capacity
Establish and oversee a commodity trading arm focused on exporting goods to mitigate foreign exchange risks.
Set and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive business growth and profitability.
Identify opportunities in the protein trading business to further expand our business or partner with existing other businesses.
Set up a Lilongwe coldstorage, office and shop to further penetrate the Lilongwe market.
Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for the protein import and trading divisions.
Manage currency exposure and implement strategies to mitigate exchange rate risks.
Lead and develop a high-performing team across both Malawi offices.
Foster a positive and productive work environment that encourages innovation and accountability.

Candidate profile

8+ years of leadership experience in FMCG, food, agriculture or protein industries.
Proven track record in expanding operations, setting up new teams and expanding sales volumes.
Financial ability to manage budgets, margins and profitability.
Experience working in an international set-up with direct and indirect reporting lines
Enthusiastic, driven and motivated personality with a flexible mindset.
Integrity, accountability and adaptability in dynamic market conditions

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Location

Blantyre, Malawi

Sector

Food production & trading

Company

Lake Harvest Group

Travel

Frequent Domestic Travel

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