Beverage Industry Recruitment Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based pay

Hybrid model

Professional development

Industry networking

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Beverage Industry Recruitment Specialist to join our hybrid Stellenbosch team. Source and place talent across vineyards, wineries and beverage production facilities, leveraging industry knowledge to build strong client and candidate relationships.

The role focuses on oenology, viticulture, production and sales, with a commission-based pay structure and flexible remote work. Ideal candidates have recruitment experience and a passion for the wine and beverage sector.

Qualifications

• Proven recruitment experience with a strong preference for wine/beverage industry exposure.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and placing candidates for specialized roles within beverage sector.
• Excellent understanding of production, sales and operational aspects of the beverage industry.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model balancing office and remote duties.

Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture client relationships within the beverage and wine industry in Stellenbosch and beyond.
• Source, screen and interview candidates for roles across vineyards, wineries and related businesses.
• Articulate skill sets required for oenology, viticulture, production and management roles.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle to ensure a high-quality candidate and client experience.
• Contribute to market intelligence reports on talent trends within the beverage sector.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Wine/beverage industry knowledge

Sourcing and placement

Interpersonal communication

Negotiation skills

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a niche recruitment consultancy, is seeking a dedicated Beverage Industry Recruitment Specialist to join their hybrid team, based out of Stellenbosch, Western Cape. This role is ideal for an individual with a passion for the wine and beverage sector, tasked with sourcing and placing critical talent across vineyards, wineries, and beverage production facilities. You will leverage your industry knowledge to build strong relationships with clients and candidates, ensuring precise matches for roles ranging from viticulture and oenology to sales and operations. This hybrid position allows for local market engagement and flexible remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture client relationships within the beverage and wine industry in the Stellenbosch region and beyond.


• Source, screen, and interview candidates for specialized roles within vineyards, wineries, and related businesses.


• Understand and articulate the unique skill sets required for roles in oenology, viticulture, production, and management.


• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring a high-quality candidate and client experience.


• Contribute to market intelligence reports on talent trends within the beverage sector.

Requirements

• Proven experience in recruitment, with a strong preference for candidates with experience in or a passion for the wine/beverage industry.


• Demonstrated success in sourcing and placing candidates for specialized roles.


• Excellent understanding of the production, sales, and operational aspects of the beverage industry.


• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing office-based client interactions with remote administrative duties.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a commission structure tied to placements.


• Hybrid working model offering work-life balance.


• Opportunity to become an expert within a highly specialized recruitment niche.


• Collaborate with leading names in the South African wine and beverage industry.


• Professional development support and networking opportunities.