Managing Director

The organisation

CirQlar is the new name of the Dry, Moist and Liquid coproduct and feed activities of ForFarmers and is a key pillar of their strategy. Through CirQlar ForFarmers currently valorizes its co- and byproducts to predominantly farmers and other customers. CirQlar has the ambition to both grow its current business in existing countries (UK, NL, BE en GE) but also expand in other European countries. To achieve this ambition we are looking for a Managing Director.

The position

With CirQlar, ForFarmers has the potential and ambition to develop a leading sustainable European business. The focus is to further manage and expand the current markets but also open new countries and develop the portfolio with alternative proteins, former foodstuffs and more. This is a unique position for an entrepreneurial managing director with network and knowledge (purchase and key account management) into food and feed ingredients.

You are going to develop and implement the strategy for CirQlar into a European business. The current organization is split in different regions and you will lead this change and guide your team in to the next phase. The current team is around 75 people and most of them are located in the Netherland and the UK.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Managing Director with a proven track record in building and scaling organizations within the food industry, particularly focusing on food by-products and sustainability. As a leader in our organization, you will play a crucial role in navigating the complex landscape of food residuals and transforming them into valuable resources. As MD you represent the company as the face of this transitional journey towards a more sustainable future.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to expand the organization focusing on sustainability and efficient use of (food) coproducts and residuals
• Managing the team (around 75 fte) both in UK and in Netherlands, Belgium and Germany
• Develop the business in terms of Volume (T), EBIT and Cash
• Cultivate new key accounts (procurement), leading to increased  sourcing and business growth
• Drive innovation in coproducts, fuel and residuals, aligning with the company’s vision and sustainability goals
• Participate in M&A projects to broaden and deepen CirQlar

Candidate profile

You are a big thinker. This role asks for an entrepreneurial mindset with strong leadership and a strong focus on sustainability. You have a commercial awareness and do not lose sight on your goal. You have the ability to develop business cases into clear and well-structured decision making documents. To achieve this, you use your organizational- and project management skills.

Job-requirements:

• Relevant working experience in the Food or Feed business is required.
• Fluent in German, Dutch and English (both speaking and writing)
• Passionate about sustainability and making a positive impact.
• Travel frequently through Europe

The offer

You will contribute for ‘The Future of Farming’ and get the chance to develop an organization and its ambitions. You receive a competitive salary and attractive secondary benefits.

Interested?

You can apply for this position by using the link below.