District Manager

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global player in the agriculture industry, renowned for pioneering innovations in agricultural technology and sustainable farming practices. With over a century of expertise and a network of over 900 independent growers spanning across 30 countries, our client has consistently set the standard for quality in the sector.

We are currently seeking a District Manager for a position based in Morocco.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to the strategic plan for the region, ensuring alignment with the company's overall objectives and budget. They will oversee and enhance performance, productivity, and efficiency across all operational areas in Morocco, manage regional budgets, headcount planning, and investments, and lead and develop direct reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of the regional strategic plan, ensuring alignment with the company's overall objectives and budget.
• Oversee and enhance performance, productivity, and efficiency across all operational areas in Morocco.
• Manage regional budgets, headcount planning, and investments, ensuring alignment with strategic plans.
• Lead and develop direct reports, guiding them to achieve business and personal goals in line with company values.
• Integrate and manage local teams across various functions, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Represent the company with operators and stakeholders in Morocco, ensuring clear communication and addressing business changes.
• Expand and support the grower base, maintaining a profitable and sustainable grower model.
• Ensure alignment and collaboration with internal departments, such as Breeding, Sales, and Supply Chain.
• Participate in industry events and collaborate with government and industry entities to support and influence business decisions.
• Oversee workforce planning, hiring, onboarding, development, and ensure employee safety and effective off-boarding processes.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Agronomic Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years within a sizeable international produce business.
• Arabic and French, with excellent English; Spanish is a plus.
• Willing to travel regularly within Morocco and to Europe.
• Strong understanding of Moroccan culture.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to interact across different levels.
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external partners.

Benefits

Depending on the profile.