General Manager- Malindi at Summit Recruitment and Search

Key Duties/Responsibilities

• Lead the dried fruit division and ensure it meets the company’s overall goals.
• Manage day-to-day activities, including production, procurement, quality control, staffing, and logistics.
• Develop business plans, set up operational policies, and manage annual budgets.
• Lead sales efforts, expand into export markets, and support new product development.
• Make sure the division follows food safety standards and meets local and international certification requirements.
• Hire, train, and manage teams in production, sales, and office functions.
• Track business performance and report progress to senior management.
• Follow company values and ensure legal compliance, especially in labour and environmental matters.

Qualifications

• A degree in Business, Food Technology, Agriculture, or a related field (a master’s degree is an added advantage).
• At least 8 years of experience in a leadership role in food processing, agribusiness, or the FMCG sector.
• Proven track record in factory/start-up management, supply chain leadership, and market growth.
• Experience working with dried fruits or other value-added agricultural products.
• Understanding of export markets and international food safety and certification standards (e.g. HACCP, ISO, Organic, BRC).
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.