COO to oversee all operations on site and ensure the efficient management of our agri-forestry activities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong operational background and demonstrate exceptional leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

- Operational Oversight: Oversee all operations on Negros, ensuring that all activities align with the company's strategic objectives, including, chipping, pelletizing, warehousing, nursery, planting, harvesting. Experience in the lumber industry is a strong preference.

- Manpower Management: Manage all manpower needs, including hiring necessary management and supervisory personnel to fill existing gaps.

- Budget Management: Stay on top of budgeting processes related to operations, harvesting, planting, and equipment management.

- Collaboration: Work closely with the CEO and Chief Administrative Officer to ensure seamless operational integration and support.

- Reporting: Regularly report back to management on operational performance, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.

- Forecasting: Conduct all forecasting related to nurseries, planting, harvesting, and loading to ensure optimal resource allocation and planning.

- Communication: Maintain effective communication with the Manila headquarters to align operational strategies and report on progress.

Qualifications

- Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Agriculture, or a related field; an MBA is preferred.

- Experience: Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in a senior operational role, preferably in agriculture or a related industry.

- Skills:

Strong leadership and team management abilities.

Excellent budgeting and financial management skills.

Proficient in forecasting and operational planning.

Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with various stakeholders.

- Attributes: A proactive problem-solver with a strategic mindset and a commitment to operational excellence.

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.