Deputy General Manager

About the role

Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the Deputy General Manager supports the strategic and operational leadership of the company. In the CEO’s absence, the Deputy steps in to ensure continuity of management within delegated authority.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the CEO in developing and executing the company’s strategic plan.
• Represent the CEO in official bodies and act as his/her substitute when required.
• Co‑develop the industrial development plan together with the Operations and Commercial Directors.
• Oversee the implementation of strategic marketing and industrial initiatives.
• Coordinate and supervise Operations, Commercial & Marketing, and Quality/SHE departments.
• Set objectives for functional directors and monitor target achievement.
• Chair Industrial and Marketing Committees and serve as Vice‑Chair of the Executive Committee.
• Facilitate effective communication across operational units.
• Manage relationships with social, technical, and financial partners.

Required profile

• Engineering degree combined with an MBA or Master’s in Business Management (Bac +5).
• Minimum 10 years of director‑level experience, including at least 5 years in the agro‑industrial sector (preferably palm oil).
• Proven track record in project management and partnership development.

Required skills

• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Experience using ERP systems.
• Knowledge of SCADA platforms.
• Ability to work with AutoCAD.