Fruit Buyer

Sapics; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapics in Durban is seeking an experienced procurement specialist to source export-grade fruit and manage relationships with farmers, suppliers, and distributors. Your role will focus on securing optimal terms for grapes, deciduous and citrus destined for export while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

You will negotiate pricing, monitor market trends, and drive value through strong stakeholder engagement across the fruit supply chain, contributing to a successful export operation

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase grapes, deciduous and citrus for export.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, suppliers and distributors.
• Negotiate competitive pricing and favourable purchasing terms.
• Monitor market trends, pricing movements and industry regulations.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Commercial drive

Education

Tertiary qualification in Procurement or 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.
• Non-negotiable - experience in purchasing fruit for export.