JOB DETAILS:

Job Advert: Branch Manager - for Cocoa producing company

Employment Type: Full-time

On behalf of our client, a Cocoa Producing Company, we seek to recruit and interview for a Branch Manager to lead our branch operations and contribute to the growth of our business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all branch operations, ensuring efficiency and profitability.
• Coordinate cocoa procurement, storage, quality control, and dispatch activities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with cocoa farmers, suppliers, and local stakeholders.
• Supervise branch staff, provide leadership, and ensure high performance.
• Prepare and monitor branch budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and health and safety standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain accurate stock records.
• Identify business development opportunities and implement strategies to increase cocoa volumes and market share.
• Prepare regular operational and performance reports for management.
• Resolve operational challenges and ensure continuous improvement of branch activities.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive management experience, preferably in agribusiness, agriculture, commodity trading, or cocoa production.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience in financial management and budgeting.
• Knowledge of cocoa value chains, procurement processes, and quality standards is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and branch management systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Interested and qualifying candidates should submit their applications to the following address: https://forms.gle/nD7omDT6uoCeML2m8