Fruit Market Strategist

1 month ago


Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa Arvo Full time

About Arvo:

Arvo is a leading player in the fruit wholesale business, known for their commitment to quality and sustainability. They value innovation, teamwork, and a passion for the agricultural industry.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated Fruit Market Strategist to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in sales, negotiation, business, finance, and agriculture. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and expanding our trading activities, building strong relationships with suppliers and buyers, and optimizing the trading process to maximize profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify new trading opportunities in the fruit market.
  • Negotiate contracts, prices, and terms with suppliers and buyers.
  • Monitor market trends, prices, and other factors affecting the fruit industry.
  • Manage the purchasing, sales, and logistics processes to ensure smooth transactions.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in the supply chain.
  • Collaborate with the finance team to manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.
  • Analyse market data to inform trading strategies and decision-making.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.

Qualifications:

  • Strong background in sales, negotiation, business, finance, or agriculture.
  • A degree in Business, Agriculture, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
  • A proactive approach and the ability to work independently.
  • A keen interest in the fruit industry and a passion for agricultural commodities.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Location: Paarl, office based.

Salary: R600 000 per annum (approximately R50 000 CTC per month). Negotiable and dependent on experience.



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