Buyer Fruit

3 weeks ago

Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa Status Staffing Full time

A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application EMPLOYMENT TYPE  :          Permanent SECTOR             :          Food Production BASIC SALARY       :          Market related START DATE                 :          A.S.A.P / Immediate REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 At least 4 years of fruit or vegetable buying experience, preferable in an industrial environment Degree in Agriculture or B-com with an agricultural background Regular travel locally, where overnight stays might be required Experience in working with Microsoft Office as well as ERP systems like Sage, SAP, Pastel evolution Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle Fluent in English is required, Afrikaans and other languages is seen as an advantage DUTIES: Maintain and increase the supply network of fruit and packaging to meet the yearly production requirements Daily communication with the production, logistic, quality and planning to supply the required raw materials in time to meet production demand Create a yearly and monthly purchase budget in line with the demand and the fruit seasons Assess local market conditions and identify current and prospective new fruit supply opportunities Share knowledge with sales team on availability, prices and crop outlook and market development Maintain and build good relationships with farmers & packers, with regular visits around South Africa Ensure quality standards and pesticide residues are met Manage and maintain purchase prices, orders and contracts within the ERP system Monthly reporting on SOH, order levels and prices Calculate & negotiate purchase prices based on global market information of final products in combination with our internal cost price Improve the presence and reputation of the company in the farming community and the different fruit associations in South Africa Improve the overall sustainability profile of the supply chain HOURS: Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00  Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at today. Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.

  • Buyer Fruit

    3 weeks ago

    Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa Helderberg Personnel cc Full time

    The successful candidate will be in contact with existing supply base (farmers & pack houses and packaging suppliers) and expanding the network to increase the availability and variety to meet demands. All price negotiations and seasonal contracting will be part of the responsibilities. In season this will include farmer visits, coordinate supply of fresh...

  • Buyer Agriculture

    3 weeks ago

    Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa West Coast Personnel Full time

    Qualifications:  Experience: At least 4 years of experience in fruit or vegetable buying, preferably in an industrial setting. Education: Degree in Agriculture or B-Com with an agricultural background. Travel: Willingness to travel regularly within South Africa, with overnight stays required. ERP Systems: Experience with ERP systems like Sage, SAP, or...

  • Buyer, Fruit and Packaging

    6 days ago

    Somerset West, South Africa Enshrine Placements Full time

    **Buyer, Fruit and Packaging - Somerset-West - Job ID 3723** My client is one of South Africa’s leading suppliers of frozen fruit, purees and concentrates and services the industrial trade. They source local fresh fruits for freezing and export worldwide. With 2 cold storage facilities and distribution centres they distribute to all national and...

  • Buyer Fruit

    4 weeks ago

    Somerset West, South Africa Status Staffing Full time

    A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application EMPLOYMENT TYPEÂ Â :Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Permanent SECTORÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â :Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Food Production BASIC SALARYÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â :Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Market related START DATEÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â...

  • Commercial Coordinator

    4 hours ago

    Somerset West, South Africa Camino Recruit Full time

    Cape Five, a well-known fruit exporting company in Somerset West, has an exciting job opportunity available for a Commercial Coordinator, who is organized, a strong administrator and who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. The employee occupying this position will work within the Commercial department and will be responsible for providing...

  • Senior Key Account Manager

    3 weeks ago

    north west, south africa Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd Full time

    Minimum requirements for the role:Must have a Bachelors degree in Agriculture, Sales, or MarketingCropLife Certification is advantageousMinimum 5 years combined sales and technical experience in the agricultural industryProven track record in client relationship managementStrong knowledge of fungicides, herbicides, and pesticides is essentialMust have...

  • Senior Key Account Manager

    3 weeks ago

    north west, south africa Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd Full time

    Minimum requirements for the role: Must have a Bachelors degree in Agriculture, Sales, or Marketing CropLife Certification is advantageous Minimum 5 years combined sales and technical experience in the agricultural industry Proven track record in client relationship management Strong knowledge of fungicides, herbicides, and pesticides is essential Must have...