Local Procurement - International Trader: Fresh Produce - Somerset West

Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
Lee-Zanne Flaatten    
  

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

  • Procurement

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.

 

  • Trading / Marketing

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