Overview
My Client, an established exporter of Fresh Fruit from South Africa, is seeking a qualified person for the said position to join their team based in Somerset West, South Africa
Job requirements
To work with South African producers requires fluency in Afrikaans and English
Verbal and written
Minimum 5 years’ experience working with Local South African producers
Existing producer base / access to volume/product
Manage and grow relationships with producers / growers in South Africa
Exceptional negotiation skills with local producers and understanding how to work with them.
To negotiate with buyers / clients and expand client base, requires fluency in English
Minimum 5 years’ experience in international Fruit Trading / Marketing
Existing client/buyer base
- Negotiating, trading and marketing with overseas clients
- Manage and grow international customer /client relationships
- Deep knowledge and understanding of International markets
- Analyzing of exported volumes and reaction planning.
- Exceptional negotiation skills with international and local clients / buyers
- Compliance and risk management
- Communication and Team Collaboration
- Proficiency in MS office
- Ability to work under pressure
Qualification and Experience
- Relevant Tertiary qualification will be advantageous
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in global fresh fruit marketing / trading from South Africa as well as local procurement within the fresh produce export industry in South Africa
- Strong analytical and inter personal skills with a collaborative team mindset
- An additional language will be advantageous but not a requirement.
Email CV in WORD format: cvs@agricruitment.co.za