General Manager

Job title:

General Manager

Company:

Westfalia Fruit

Job description

Come and join the leading #avoexperts 🥑Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce – 365 days a year & across the globe.With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading #avoexperts and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.We’re looking for a General Manager to join our team in Wingene, Belgium.We’re looking for a General Manager to lead our Belgium business unit from our office in Wingene. This exciting opportunity is perfect for a leader with strategic vision, commercial expertise, and a passion for operational excellence. You will oversee our Value Added production facility, drive local market expansion, and champion sustainability initiatives while ensuring profitability and team success.Responsibilities include:

• Own and manage the full P&L for the Belgium business unit, ensuring profitability and alignment with organisational goals.
• Develop and execute a market strategy tailored to Value Added products, focusing on local market needs.
• Drive revenue growth through business development, strengthening client relationships, and enhancing market share.
• Oversee all aspects of the Value Added production facility, ensuring efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.
• Champion sustainability initiatives within the production facility, aligning with the company’s environmental goals.
• Collaborate with European leadership and cross-functional teams to refine strategies and align processes.
• Leverage market insights and data analytics to optimise operations and inform decision-making.

RequirementsEssential

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven leadership experience in commercial roles, including P&L ownership.
• Extensive experience managing Value Added or similar product categories, focusing on production.
• Strong understanding of the fresh produce or food industry, particularly within the European market.
• Demonstrated ability to implement successful market strategies and build strong client relationships.
• Fluent in English and Dutch or Flemish.

Desirable

• Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or related field.
• Experience in leading production facilities or operational teams.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices within the food sector.
• Proficiency in additional European languages.

Benefits

• Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Be part of a global organisation recognised as a leader in fresh produce.
• Join a purpose-driven company committed to sustainability and innovation.
• Contribute to an industry leader at the forefront of fresh produce innovation.
• Full compensation package details will be shared as part of the interview process.

Please note that this position does not have a specific closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as we review applications on a rolling basis and the advert may be removed at any time. Due to the holiday season, there may be a delay in providing feedback on your application. Our team will prioritise reviewing applications as soon as possible and expects to provide feedback within the first weeks of January.We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.

Expected salary

Location

Wingene, Flandre-Occidentale

Job date

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 23:16:02 GMT

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