Procurement Area Manager (Stone Fruit & Citrus)

Zeminwe Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Procurement Area Manager for Stone Fruit & Citrus in the Western Cape. This senior role involves managing procurement, production, and quality, ensuring compliance with Food Safety standards, and expanding a strong grower network. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and a tertiary qualification in Agriculture, with 5-7 years of industry experience.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years’ experience in the fruit and agricultural industry.
• Strong technical expertise in Stone Fruit; Citrus exposure advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement, production, and quality across Stone Fruit and Citrus.
• Oversee harvest and packing processes to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all Food Safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Tertiary qualification in Agriculture

Tools

MS Office

Digital Reporting Tools

Job description

Procurement Area Manager (Stone Fruit & Citrus) – Western Cape.

Seeking a dynamic and results-driven individual to manage procurement, production, and quality across Stone Fruit and Citrus in the Western and Southern Cape.

This is a senior role ideal for someone motivated by performance, quality, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement of fruit
• Expand and manage a strong grower network
• Deliver accurate seasonal estimates (pre- and post-harvest)
• Oversee harvest and packing processes to ensure quality and efficiency
• Minimize unsound fruit deliveries through proactive quality control
• Ensure compliance with all Food Safety standards
• Provide in-field technical support to producers
• Handle grower administration and ensure accurate reporting

Core Competencies:

• Strong leadership and accountability
• Analytical thinking and effective problem-solving
• High attention to detail under pressure
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Skilled in MS Office and digital reporting tools
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines

Minimum Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Agriculture or related field
• 5–7 years’ experience in the fruit and agricultural industry
• Strong technical expertise in Stone Fruit; Citrus exposure advantageous
• Proven ability to lead, coordinate, and influence across multiple functions