General Manager ANZ

• Innovative multinational agri-business
• Strategic growth mandate

About Our Client

Bejo is an internationally operating Dutch family company specialised in breeding, production and sales of vegetable seeds. Globally we have over 2.200 staff and operate in over 30 countries. The quality of our product is our top priority. Together with our highly motivated and committed staff, our focus is on continuous and stable growth for our customers. So that we can provide people with delicious vegetables, that support their health and well-being.

Bejo's ANZ business (Melbourne, Hobart and New Zealand) has been a vital member of the Bejo Group for over 30 years and represent their seed production there.

Bejo have recently announced a significant investment in the Australian business - new office facilities in Richmond and the expansion of production facilities at the Cressy plant, to complement the existing Sales offices in Melbourne and Auckland. The General Manager ANZ will lead the team to complete this project.

Bejo ANZ is run by a team of 70 very dedicated colleagues. Staying close to our company (family) values and working in close relationships with our customers and partners is what we stand for.

Job Description

As the General Manager ANZ, you'll manage a diverse and dynamic business incorporating breeding, sales, production, research and a 5,000 hive apiary in Tasmania.

Working in alignment with our strategic plan "Focus 2030", you'll translate our global vision into actionable plans tailored for the local markets and our organization. You lead the Bejo ANZ organization, following and improving the strategic regional business model. Guiding and directing the teams to achieve the goals of 2030 and beyond.

We're seeking a dynamic leader who can not only implement our strategy but also inspire, mentor and manage our team to introduce new products in the market, deliver exceptional service to our clients and be quality driven and efficient in seed production. Collaboration is key, and you'll work closely with our international colleagues in your region 'Americas & Oceania' and The Netherlands to drive the company's development forward. You are very accessible and approachable for customers and colleagues.

Your roots in the primary sector fuel your passion for produce, and keep you attuned to market trends and advancements in agricultural engineering. While you are customer centric and market focused, you also have an eye for operations as Bejo's Tasmanian operation encompassing owned and 3rd party production and processing is a crucial part of global seed supply.

To achieve continuous growth, you put efficient processes in place and steer on (financial) business information. You develop a vision for the future and propose annual operating-, investment- and remuneration budgets and implement them. We expect you to clearly communicate our strategy and results to the employees and build an environment in which employees can perform and grow.

As an optimistic entrepreneur, you'll identify opportunities within our product assortment while maintaining a clear focus on our goals. Across all aspects of the business, you'll be supported by colleagues in the Netherlands and a dedicated staff across Australia and New Zealand. to propel Bejo ANZ to the next level of success!

The Successful Applicant

• A university degree in business or agronomy and/or proven professional and intellectual ability
• Minimal 5 years of working experience in the commercial field of agribusiness and an understanding of the seed business is a preference
• Proven leadership qualities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven project management skills
• Serious and honest, with a positive approach and solution orientated
• Proficiency in adapting to dynamic environments with patience and persistence
• Willing to travel around 30% of your time

What's on Offer

We offer you a versatile position in which you can develop the ambitious organisation to the next level. You are supported by experienced people in the Management Team as well as colleagues worldwide. Bejo offers a competitive remuneration and a profit-sharing scheme. Our informal and family work culture offers plenty of potential for initiative and personal development.