The company is looking for a versatile but structured, strategic and personable professional to fill the vacancy of Market Access Liaison Manager.
The ideal candidate has experience in the agricultural industry.
The job incumbent will report to the CEO.Duties:Facilitating international market access for the fruit industry to various priority marketsEnsuring the implementation of the core strategy: Gain, Retain and Optimise Market AccessManaging a multitude of relationships with numerous stakeholdersConducting significant market research and compiling important market information for strategic decision-makingUnderstanding varying cultural contexts and advising how this impacts economies, trade and a country's influenceNetworking with and maintaining critical relationships with government and embassy representativesCreating awareness about products exported from SAProviding strategic advice and input regarding policy developmentEngaging in strategy development and implementation regarding key industry matters, drivers and growth opportunitiesActing as a representative of Fruit SA/CEO at stakeholder engagementsImplementing and managing specific market-access projects Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Production, Plant Production, Horticulture, International Trade Relations or a relevant field (relevant post-graduate qualification will be advantageous)Background in international trade with a specific focus in international agricultural trade and market access processesAt least 5 years of relevant experience in a similar position in the agricultural industryKnowledge of Plant Health matters and international diplomacy/diplomatic relations will be advantageousExceptional communication and interpersonal skills (ability to communicate in a language such as Mandarin will be advantageous)Ability to network and build connections (domestic and internationally) and influenceExcellent statistical and analytical skills and abilitiesOutstanding project management skills and experienceThe company offers market-related remuneration, based on the successful applicant's experience and qualifications.Closing date for applications : 6 November 2024 at 13:00