Our Clients' Farms is a mechanized industrial farming establishment which is positioned to be the largest Tomato and Cassava Refinery Plant in Nigeria and Africa. Main focus is on a large-scale (commercial) production of Tomato & Cassava and processing into various by-products for local and export markets. The agro-allied processing farmland is being set up to commence the local processing of cassava into starch and ethanol and tomato into tomato paste and ketchup for both domestic consumption and export. The raw materials – tomato and cassava are to be produced at the farm site in Anambra State.

In this role the applicant will be responsible for implementing the short and long term business plans. He/she will be expected to drive the business and work to ensure success and also optimize the business performance and profitability in line with business strategy, company policy and direction.


Job Responsibility:
Work with the Senior/Business Manager to develop a short to medium term Business Plan and annual budget.
Coordinate the day to day operational functions.
Oversee and monitor seasonal expenditure in line with the budgeted cash flow
Liaise 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 recruiting and selecting staffs.
Provide training/coaching to direct reports to enable them to competently carry out tasks required of them on farm
Conduct formal annual staff performance reviews on direct reports and ensure, if appropriate,
Ensure that Health and Safety policies and procedures adhered to
Adhere to and implement company policies and procedures at all times
Ensure new staff are inducted and aware of company policies and are given role clarity.
Handle paperwork and keep administrative records
Coordinate advertising, marketing and sales function.


Requirements
Minimum of 15 years related experience, with at least 5 years in a senior management position.
Bachelor’s degree in Agric. Engineering, Business Administration or related field. Master’s degree/MBA is a plus.
Have a proven ability in the agribusiness management field in keeping with the size and complexity of this position.
Possess the necessary planning and organisational skills to achieve targets and carry out company policies as applicable to property portfolio
Able to act with tact and diplomacy in motivating and disciplining staff while complying with the requirements of the Employment laws.
Have the ability to provide role clarity and ensure teamwork among staff
Be self-motivated and able to communicate effectively at all levels both within and outside the Company.
Be receptive to learning new technologies to help improve productivity and profitability of the farm

Qualified candidates should send their resume to kolade@sellafieldenergy.com or apply through this link https://sellafieldenergy.zohorecruit.com/recruit/Apply.na?digest=1R.mnuSBdjD9NymwlT16WmQqKMPebAhy6UrsupvFutQ-&embedsource=CareerSite. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.