Operations

Branch Manager

OVK - Group·Eastern Cape, south-africa·Full Time·Onsite
OperationsFull TimeOnsite
-Closes 19 Nov 2026

Minimum Requirements:

  • Grade 12 with an agricultural qualification as advantage;
  • 3 Years managerial experience in an Agricultural and FMCG environment;
  • Knowledge of agricultural products will be an advantage;
  • Valid drivers license.

Skills:

  • Sound communication and language skills in Afrikaans and English;
  • Computer literate (MS Office);
  • Excellent marketing and sales skills;
  • Good numerical ability;
  • Good organisational skills;
  • Good relationship building skills;
  • Ability to network in an agricultural community;
  • Ability to positively influence staff and take disciplinary action in accordance with the Labour Relations Act;
  • Strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities:

  • Management of finances;
  • Management of staff;
  • Control and management of administration;
  • Grow market share;
  • Maintenance and management of assets;
  • Management of stock.

Key skills

Matric
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Company

OVK - Group

Location

Eastern Cape, south-africa

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

November 19, 2026

Created

November 15, 2026

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