Export Buyer (Fruit)

Switch Recruit (Pty) Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Switch Recruit (Pty) Ltd is seeking a procurement professional to source and purchase grapes, deciduous and citrus fruit for export, leveraging strong supplier networks in KwaZulu-Natal.

You will manage pricing negotiations, monitor market trends, and ensure compliance with export regulations, working closely with farmers and distributors to secure quality fruit.

Qualifications

• Matric is required.
• A tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Business Administration or related field is required.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in fruit procurement and in purchasing fruit for export.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and purchasing grapes, deciduous and citrus fruit for export.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with farmers, suppliers and distributors.
• Negotiating competitive pricing and favourable purchasing terms.
• Managing communication and relationships with key stakeholders throughout the supply chain.
• Monitoring market trends, pricing movements and relevant industry regulations.

Skills

Sourcing fruit

Negotiation

Relationship management

Education

Tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Business Administration or a related field

Job description

Build strong relationships with farmers, source quality fresh produce for export and grow your earnings through commission. If you have a passion for fresh produce and a strong commercial drive, this could be the opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and purchasing grapes, deciduous and citrus fruit for export.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with farmers, suppliers and distributors.
• Negotiating competitive pricing and favourable purchasing terms.
• Managing communication and relationships with key stakeholders throughout the supply chain.
• Monitoring market trends, pricing movements and relevant industry regulations.

Requirements

• Matric.
• Tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in fruit procurement.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in purchasing fruit for export.