Group Manager Commercial and Strategy

Job Description

Redland is headquartered in Brisbane and grows, harvests, packs and markets citrus, pome fruit, table grapes, stone fruit and kiwifruit which are produced on our farms in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia. Redland is Australian-owned with a vision of being the producer of the world’s most desired fruit. Our purpose is to relentlessly invest in producing better quality fruit to meet this vision: everybody, every decision, every day. People make our business and we want our people to embody the Redland Values: Make it happen: We take action. We are direct and frank. We plan ahead and deliver on time. We never give up. Built to last from the ground up: We are detail oriented. We think in decades, not years. We look for opportunities. We do it right first time. Win as a team: We select and build our team for the long term. We put the team first and celebrate the wins. We hold each other accountable. We turn up prepared and ready. Never satisfied: We ask why and challenge the status quo. We are continuously improving. We believe yesterday’s success is today’s minimum standard. We are always learning. We love it: We take pride in everything. We let our passion drive us. We have a good time. We make every day count. About the Role: The Group Manager Commercial and Strategy reports to and works closely with the Head of Commercial to deliver the best-in-class, enterprise-level commercial management and strategic capabilities and outcomes for the vertically integrated Redland enterprise. The role manages devising and delivery of commercial imperatives and enterprise strategy for Redland. The Group Manager Commercial and Strategy acts as the Head of Commercial’s 2IC and also as delegate in that person’s absence. Primary Responsibilities: Leadership & Management Build, train, lead and mentor Commercial and Strategy Team members to achieve high performance. Establish and maintain a culture of commercial excellence. Identify and develop talent for the long-term success of Redland. Develop, implement and deliver commercial strategies to maximise Redland’s commercial success. Lead and initiate operational, commercial and strategic analysis to identify opportunities for continuous growth and improvement. Drive the Commercial and Strategy Team to build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, growers and other relevant stakeholders. Develop and measure commercial performance to identify efficiency improvements and increased profit opportunities. Cross-functional collaboration Work closely with Head of Production and Head of Processing and their direct reports to deliver on whole of business commercial and strategic goals. Liaise and work closely with Redland’s Finance Team to improve commercial and strategic outcomes. Pressure test and settle Redland strategies with consultation and input from Finance, Marketing, Legal, and Business Intelligence Teams. Redland market analysis Conduct market research to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive landscape. Performance monitoring Track and report on Redland’s commercial and strategic performance and develop improvement initiatives and strategies to improve Redland’s fiscal performance. Budget Management Manage the commercial and strategy budget, ensuring cost-effective operations. Compliance Ensure all commercial and strategic activities comply with relevant laws and regulations. Experience & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Marketing, Agriculture or a related field, or excellent operational and management experience with MBA qualifications. Minimum 5 to 7 years proven experience in a senior/high-performing commercial and strategic management role within an industry relevant to the role. High quality leadership and team management skills. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities. Strong ability to assess and improve operational performance. Proven strategic thinker with strong analytical skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Apply for the Role: Apply now and take the next step in your career with us! Submit your application including your resume and cover letter today. We will be contacting candidates with the right experience as we receive their applications. In anticipation of a high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We hire great people from all walks of life with a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. We are seeking a committed individual for this important role. Candidates must have full working rights in Australia. Interviews are now open - please don't delay! #J-18808-Ljbffr