Area Manager - Citrus & Grapes - Letsitele/Hoedspruit/Vivo

Thursday, 8 January, 2026
Lee-Zanne Flaatten    
Limpopo  

 This opportunity will suit a dynamic professional looking for a challenging and rewarding career within a global environment.

The successful candidate will report to the Assistant Business Manager: Citrus and be based in the Letsitele area.

Requirements:

• A relevant tertiary qualification (preferably a degree/diploma in Agriculture/Commerce).

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in fruit management and export (preferably citrus and grapes).

• Technical knowledge of citrus fruits, packaging, and quality policies.

• Familiarity with producers.

• Excellent communication skills at various levels, including colleagues, producers, and third parties involved in the area.

• Intermediate level computer skills (MS Office).

• Willingness to travel.

• Own transport is essential.

• Experience with GlobalGap, Siza, and HACCP will be advantageous.

Job Description:

• Procurement of fruit (Products: Citrus).

• Providing a service to Product Managers and producers/suppliers.

• Implementation and maintenance of fruit quality and food safety.

• Involvement in logistics during the season to ensure smooth fruit flow.

• Ensuring operational and logistical processes are carried out according to market allocations and packaging instructions.

• Liaising with relevant stakeholders.

• Assisting other departments and operational activities.

• Public relations.

• Collecting information for necessary departments.

• Assisting with administrative tasks.

Attributes and Inherent qualities determining success in this role:

Leadership, Accountability, Teamwork • Ambitious • Credible • Dynamic • Focused • Integrity • Exceptional communication skills • Creative & Entrepreneurial

Email CV in WORD format: cvs@agricruitment.co.za