ABOUT THE COMPANY

Fortune Capital Holdings (PTY)Ltd is a South African holding company focused on acquiring and scaling small to medium sized logistics businesses within Cape Town. Our mission is to build a strong portfolio of logistics companies that deliver consistent growth, operational efficiency and long-term value.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a result driven Chief Executive Officer to lead and oversee the operations of Fortune Capital Holdings and the businesses we acquire. The ideal candidate will be both a strategic thinker and a hands-on operator, with experience in scaling businesses, managing teams and driving profitability.

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven leadership experience, ideally as a CEO, Managing Director or General Manager
• Experience in logistics, transportation or operations management is highly preferred
• Strong understanding of business finance, budgeting and performance metrics.
• Experience in managing multiple businesses or business units is an advantage
• Entrepreneural mindset with the ability to work in a high growth, acquisition focused environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and decision-making skills
• A degree in Business, Logistics, Finance or a related field is preferred but not mandatory if experience is strong.

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of acquired logistics businesses.
• Develop and execute business growth strategies for each portfolio company.
• Build and oversee a team of operational managers and staff within each business.
• Work closely with the advisory board to conduct due diligence and evaluate acquisition targets.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement scalable systems and processes.
• Establish KPIs and performance benchmarks to track company performance.
• Represent the company with partners, funders and stakeholders.
• Drive integration and value creation post-acquisition.
• Report regularly to the Board of Directors and provide strategic recommendations.