Export Fruit Operations Lead - Orchards & Packing

Placements24; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and retirement fund

Company vehicle

International travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Agricultural Operations Manager to lead end-to-end export fruit production in Paarl, Western Cape. The role emphasizes quality, compliance with GlobalG.A.P., and coordinating with logistics partners for timely deliveries to global markets.

You will manage a large farming team, optimize orchard practices, and control costs while driving profitability. A strong background in fruit production and export logistics is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agribusiness or related field.
• 8+ years in agricultural operations management, export-focused preferred.
• Experience managing large-scale orchards/packing facilities.
• Knowledge of international quality standards and export logistics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end production for export fruits.
• Ensure compliance with GlobalG.A.P. and other standards.
• Lead and train a large team of farm workers and supervisors.
• Coordinate with logistics partners for port delivery and export.
• Develop budgets and manage costs to improve profitability.
• Maintain accurate production, costs and export documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Export logistics

Quality standards

Farm management software

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Agribusiness

Tools

Farm management software

Microsoft Excel

Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Agricultural Operations Manager to lead end-to-end export fruit production in Paarl, Western Cape. The role emphasizes quality, compliance with GlobalG.A.P., and coordinating with logistics partners for timely deliveries to global markets.

You will manage a large farming team, optimize orchard practices, and control costs while driving profitability. A strong background in fruit production and export logistics is essential.