Grapes Marketing Manager Far East – Winelands

Please note only candidates with previous experience will be considered for this position.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop a sales/marketing strategy for different markets in collaboration with the Commercial team, incorporating a specific customer strategy.
Take responsibility for marketing and procurement of fruit, including all commodities for the export market.
Regularly communicate sales prices and market conditions, which may involve direct grower communication.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
Manage the supply and demand plan between customers and growers.
Communicate packaging requirements.
Control stock (inventory) age and ensure fruit is sold within agreed guidelines.
Manage supplier agreements.
Handle claim management of allocated customers according to policy guidelines to minimize losses.
Manage financial aspects of accounts in conjunction with finance, including trade within defined credit limits and ensuring timely payment by customers within defined payment terms.
Seek out new business opportunities.

Minimum Requirements:

Matric with a relevant tertiary qualification.
Previous experience in the fruit industry as a marketer, trader, or buyer (grapes).
Strong administration skills.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Proficient in computer usage.
Strong Excel skills.
Effective negotiation skills.
Background knowledge of product flow.
Valid driver's license.
Willingness to travel as required.

Salary: Market-related salary with provident fund and medical aid contribution.
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