General Manager Adelaide

Position Overview:

OnTalent, is partnering with Simon George & Sons, a proudly family-owned and operated national provider of fresh produce, delivering premium fruit and vegetables to Australia's top hospitality venues, retailers, and institutions. Their commitment to quality, innovation and service has earned them a longstanding reputation as an industry leader since 1927.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking General Manager to lead the South Australian site and who is ready to shape the strategic direction. Assuming full accountability for the operational, cultural, and financial performance, you will work closely with the national leadership team to drive business growth, strengthen internal capability, and uphold our values-driven service commitment. You will lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team across warehouse operations, logistics, fleet and sales while collaborating with stakeholders to achieve shared business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all staff at the Adelaide site (warehouse, logistics, administration, sales), directly or indirectly.
• Partner with the sales team to expand market share and foster customer loyalty.
• Develop and execute site-level strategic plans aligned with national goals.
• Ensure operational excellence across order processing, inventory control, and distribution logistics.
• Lead HACCP and WHS compliance including participation in audits and the implementation of improvement practices.
• Monitor and investigate product wastage and manage stock adjustments.
• Strengthen supplier and client relationships and act as a key communication bridge between the site and national management.
• Coach, develop, and recruit high-performing staff while embedding a culture of excellence and safety.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Leadership – Ability to set and execute vision while managing day-to-day operations.
• Operational Insight – In-depth knowledge of warehouse distribution, supply chain, and fleet optimisation.
• Financial Acumen – Ability to analyse performance data and manage to commercial KPIs.
• Safety & Quality Focus – Proficiency in HACCP, WHS, and food safety protocols.
• Collaborative Communication – Skilled in stakeholder engagement and team communication.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making – Calm, decisive, and action-oriented in a demanding environment.
• Team Development – Committed to coaching, mentoring, and performance improvement.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Delivery of financial targets including EBITDA and labour cost benchmarks.
• Reduction in product waste and stock discrepancies.
• Compliance with HACCP and WHS programs and audit standards.
• Staff retention, engagement, and development outcomes.
• Market share and client relationship expansion.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven success in a senior leadership role (e.g., General Manager, Site Manager, Operations Manager).
• Background in logistics, warehousing, fresh food distribution, cold storage, food production or FMCG.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and operational reporting systems.
• Experience with HACCP systems and regulatory compliance is essential.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• A strong sense of accountability, initiative, and integrity.
• Resilience and flexibility to adapt to changing demands and opportunities.
• A belief in the Simon George & Sons ethos: excellence, integrity, and family values.

Ready to lead with purpose?

If you're a high performing operational leader with a passion for driving quality outcomes for your customers, nurturing teams, and delivering exceptional service at a national level, we'd love to hear from you.

This position will be one that in order to support daily activities requires an early start to align with supplier distribution, warehousing and logistics operations.

For a confidential discussion about this position, contact Peter Starling, Head of Commercial at OnTalent on