Business Development and Export Specialist

2 weeks ago


Cape Town Northern Suburbs, South Africa Persona Staff Full time

The ideal candidate will lead our marketing campaigns, conduct market research, and establish strong relationships with potential new customers. Your insights and recommendations will be crucial to driving business growth.

Maintain and update our customer database, review and rate client performance annually, and follow up on new client leads. Meet with clients and growers to discuss and plan for upcoming seasons, identifying opportunities to strengthen relationships and secure new business.

As Business Development and Export Specialist, you will travel to production areas and trade fairs to develop partnerships and negotiate agreements. Visit pack houses and orchards to ensure product quality, and participate in in-season procurement meetings with growers.

Your role will also involve summarizing weekly loading data, creating and sending out quotes, attending industry meetings, and confirming container bookings. Analyze sales results post-season, collaborate with sales to draft packing instructions, and evaluate vessel options and freight rates.

We are seeking a highly motivated and target-driven individual with a National Senior Certificate and a tertiary qualification. A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role within the Fruit/Citrus/Grapes export industry is required.

The successful candidate must be adaptable, resourceful, and possess excellent networking, written, and verbal communication skills. Willingness and ability to travel locally and internationally are essential.

The estimated salary for this position is R400,000 - R600,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience. If you have a passion for business development and export, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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