Job Description:
Own your career at Nutreco, an SHV company. Our purpose of Feeding the Future unites us into one team, all working together to achieve a meaningful, global impact for generations to come. Empowering and investing in our people and our planet is at the heart of everything we do. Which is why, when you join us as General Manager, Kenya, you will be nurtured and equipped to build a rewarding career full of potential.
We are seeking a General Manager to lead Tunga Nutrition Kenya, our joint venture operation based in Nairobi. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for driving the next phase of growth of our business in Kenya, translating an established strategy into clear execution and sustainable commercial results.
Operating within a joint venture environment, the General Manager will be responsible for building and maintaining a strong and constructive relationship with our JV partner while ensuring alignment with the broader Nutreco business. You will lead the local management team, take ownership of the OpCo's performance and growth agenda, and build strong relationships with customers and external stakeholders across the Kenyan aquaculture market.
With ambitious growth plans and a developing team, we are looking for a leader who combines commercial and financial acumen with strong stakeholder management, customer focus and a coaching leadership style. You will give the team the autonomy and support to grow while providing the clarity, challenge and direction needed to turn strategy into results.
Job Responsibilities
Strategy & Execution: Own and execute the Kenya strategy, translating business objectives into clear plans, priorities and measurable results while ensuring alignment with the broader Nutreco strategy.
JV & Stakeholder Management: Build a strong and productive relationship with the joint venture partner, balancing stakeholder interests while representing the business with confidence, diplomacy and sound judgement.
Commercial Growth & Customers: Drive profitable growth by identifying market opportunities, strengthening key customer relationships and positioning the business as a trusted long-term partner within the aquaculture market.
Financial Performance: Take overall accountability for the OpCo's financial performance, budgets and business targets, using strong commercial judgement to drive sustainable and profitable growth.
Operations & Supply Chain: Ensure effective operational and supply chain performance, working closely with the JV partner and wider Nutreco organisation to support reliable delivery and future growth.
People Leadership: Lead, coach and develop the management team, fostering ownership, accountability and collaboration while building the capabilities needed for the next phase of the business.
External Network: Strengthen the company's position in Kenya through relationships with customers, industry associations, institutions and other relevant stakeholders.
HSEQ, Ethics & Compliance: Champion a strong culture of safety, quality, integrity and compliance, ensuring adherence to legal requirements and Nutreco and SHV standards.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for a commercially minded, people-focused and results-driven leader who is comfortable operating with a high degree of ownership and accountability. Ideally, you will bring:
A relevant degree in Aquaculture, Agriculture, Business Administration, Finance, Commercial Management or a related field. An MBA or relevant master's degree would be an advantage.
Significant leadership experience gained within aquaculture, animal nutrition, agriculture or another relevant industry. Experience from adjacent sectors such as FMCG, pharmaceuticals or chemicals may also be relevant where there is strong exposure to complex commercial environments.
Experience working within an international or multinational organisation, with the ability to balance local market needs with broader organisational priorities.
Strong commercial…