Fruit Buyer

Location: Durban

Salary: R55,000.00 – R65,000.00 + Commission

Build strong relationships with farmers, source quality fresh produce for export and grow your earnings through commission. If you have a passion for fresh produce and a strong commercial drive, this could be the opportunity for you!

Responsibilities:

• Sourcing and purchasing grapes, deciduous and citrus fruit for export.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with farmers, suppliers and distributors.
• Negotiating competitive pricing and favourable purchasing terms.
• Managing communication and relationships with key stakeholders throughout the supply chain.
• Monitoring market trends, pricing movements and relevant industry regulations.

Requirements:

• Matric.
• Tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in fruit procurement.
• Non-negotiable - experience in purchasing fruit for export.