Fruit Buyer

Key responsibilities include but not limited to the following:Purchasing of deciduous and citrus fruit with more of a focus on the deciduous fruit and less on citrusDeveloping relationships with new and existing South African suppliers/ farmers.Price negotiations with growers and packhousesImplementation of seasonal programsQuality controlDealing with claims and negotiating the best settlement for our clientsReporting on the availability and range of the fruit (and vegetables) to our Business Development Managers. Required skills, ability and experience: Extensive knowledge of local South African fruit (and vegetable) growers and packhousesExtensive knowledge of international fruit (and vegetable) growers and packhousesAt least 5 years experience in the procurement / buying fieldExperience in building relationships with growers and a successful track record of doing soExperience in negotiating and implementing systemsExtensive knowledge of fruit (and vegetables), their seasonality and quality standardsA successful track record in the fruit procurement fieldExperience in the exportation of Fruit (and vegetables) would be a plusGood computer and excel skills. Have had previous experience in reporting and presentations. Ideal characteristics include:Driven, determined and proactiveAn excellent communicatorAble to work independently or within a team structureAssertive and able to take calculated decisions ResourcefulEnergeticA never give up attitude Salary will be market related and dependent on experience.If you believe you fulfill the above criteria required for the role, please feel free to email your updated CV through to