Grower Business Systems Manager at Kilombero Sugar

Position: Grower Business Systems Manager at Kilombero Sugar

Job Overview:

Kilombero Sugar is seeking a dynamic and skilled Grower Business Systems Manager to spearhead the implementation and management of our agricultural business systems. This role focuses on optimizing the analysis of agricultural data, particularly in areas like planning, forecasting, and reporting, while ensuring the accuracy of business metrics through advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) integration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the setup and integration of business systems, ensuring smooth operations and comprehensive data management (e.g., integration of CanePro with other estate management systems), with a focus on long-term and seasonal trends, production plans, meteorological data, workforce statistics, and more.
• Implement and maintain a GIS system that supports grower registration, mapping, land-use planning, asset management, and monitoring land encroachment.
• Develop and produce precise, standardized reports on time (e.g., Resource Planners, Scenarios, “Op Charts” in CanePro) for decision-making.
• Empower teams on-site through training and streamlining agricultural systems to ensure efficient, automated processes, and a single point of entry for all data.
• Champion the use of local platforms (e.g., Kilombero ‘Yetu, Asikhulume) to improve business operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by optimizing work practices to deliver high-quality, actionable agricultural data.
• Uphold Illovo’s policies, including SHERQ, competition law, and anti-bribery and corruption regulations.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Science or Social Science, with a focus on Geographic, Environmental, or GIS disciplines.
• At least 5 years of experience in managing or developing systems for agricultural businesses.
• Strong business acumen and in-depth agricultural knowledge, with the ability to predict and respond to changes affecting operations.
• A formal business/commercial qualification is a plus.
• Proficiency in agricultural data analysis.

Contract and Benefits:

• This is a full-time, permanent position with a pensionable contract.
• Kilombero Sugar offers equal employment opportunities to all candidates. Women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates who meet the qualifications above are invited to apply by March 3, 2025. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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