Market Buyer

7 months ago


Cape Town, South Africa The Perfect Placements Full time

Our client, a supplier of fresh produce is looking for a **Market Buyer** to join their team at their Cape Town Branch. The successful applicant must be proactive, energetic, have good time management and communication skills, have numerical attributes and be determined to succeed in this demanding role.

**Roles & Responsibilities included but not limited to**:

- Sourcing produce and negotiating a wholesale price that fits with the employer's budget
- Create contacts with wholesalers or directly with growers
- Perform inspections to verify the quality of the products that you plan to purchase
- Continuously search for suppliers who can offer quality products at affordable prices
- Reporting to senior management

**Qualifications, Experience and Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Administration, or a related field
- 2-3 years experience as a Buyer of fresh produce (a must)
- Must have own vehicle and drivers license - reimbursement for petrol
- Must be an early riser (start time 4am)

**Salary**:

- Up to R30 000pm CTC depending on experience

If you think you are the perfect fit, please submit your professional headshot along with your updated CV

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: R30 000,00 per month

**Education**:

- Bachelors (required)

**Experience**:

- Buyer (fresh produce): 3 years (required)

License/Certification:

- drivers license (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 75% (required)


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