About KBG
Kudu Biomass Group (KBG) is a newly established biomass company in Namibia, with the goal of producing export-grade charcoal and other biomass products.
Minimum Qualifiaction:
Degree in Business Commerce, Forestry or Business Management.
Experience:
Minimum 7-10 years experience in a similar environment, of which at least 5 years at the management level. Background in manufacturing, forestry or logistics an added advantage.
RESPONSIBILITIES
⦁ Together with the Board, sets the strategic objectives and direction for the company and ensures the appropriate financing is in place for growth.
⦁ Oversees overall business operations.
⦁ Builds out the executive team in line with the company’s growth stage – expect a Project Roll-Out Manager and Site Manager to be initial first direct reports.
⦁ Ensures adherence to the company’s ESG framework.
⦁ Develops the KBG customer base to optimize margins and sales revenue.
⦁ Builds out KBG’s warehouse and packing functions.
⦁ Optimises supply chain.
⦁ Sets the management budget and priorities for each coming year.
⦁ Reports to the Board of Directors.
CHARACTERISTICS
⦁ Strong leadership and team-building skills, as evidenced by previous leadership positions.
⦁ Entrepreneurial mindset – must have the ability to build an operation from the ground up. Should be a big thinker as to how best to approach growth but also have the ability to execute on those plans.
⦁ Strong delegator but also must have the willingness to roll up one’s sleeves and do the work – in the start-up phase, the operations will not be able to support a full staffing structure.
⦁ Effective communication skills to all stakeholders (Board, employees, customers, suppliers, etc.).
⦁ Previous experience in leading a growth company, marketing or business development preferred.
Strong safety, environmental and governance (ESG) culture a must.
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APPLICATION DETAILS
Please send your CV to [email protected] before the closing date
Closing date :24 February 2023.
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