Fruit Buyer – Grapes / Citrus / Deciduous Specialist

Zeminwe; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fresh produce exporter is seeking an experienced Fruit Buyer specializing in grapes, citrus, or deciduous fruits. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of buying experience, excellent negotiation skills, and a strong knowledge of export protocols. Responsibilities include sourcing high-quality products, building supplier relations, and coordinating supply chain processes. A market-related salary will be offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of fruit buying experience, preferably grapes.
• Strong knowledge of export protocols and international trade compliance.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase high-quality grapes, citrus, and deciduous fruits.
• Build and nurture supplier relationships.
• Negotiate competitive pricing and maintain quality standards.
• Coordinate supply chain processes and resolve supplier claims.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of export protocols

Fruit industry expertise

Education

Matric

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fruit Buyer – Grapes / Citrus / Deciduous Specialist: We are seeking a Fruit Buyer with previous experience in the Fruit Industry, who is an expert in grapes, citrus or deciduous to join a growing team in Bellville

Bellville, Cape Town

Full-time

Join a South African leader in fresh produce export

Your Role

We are seeking a Fruit Buyer with previous experience in the Fruit Industry, who is an expert in grapes, citrus or deciduous to join a growing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and purchase high-quality grapes, citrus, and deciduous fruits from trusted growers across South Africa
• Build and nurture supplier relationships with farmers, packhouses, and distributors
• Negotiate competitive pricing, maintaining quality standards
• Stay on top of market trends, availability, pricing, and export regulations
• Prepare reports, presentations, and business updates for internal stakeholders
• Coordinate supply chain processes—from farm audits and quality control to delivery and cold storage
• Implement seasonal procurement programs and maintain optimal inventory levels
• Resolve supplier claims and ensure best settlements for clients

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of fruit buying experience (grapes preferred)
• Strong knowledge of export protocols and international trade compliance
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Sharp understanding of seasonality and quality standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry-specific online portals
• Matric required; relevant tertiary qualification is advantageous
• Established network of growers, packhouses, and distributors

• Energetic, driven, and passionate about fresh produce
• A confident decision-maker who owns outcomes
• Self-directed but also a team collaborator
• An excellent communicator with a never-give-up mindset

Full-time

Salary Market-related salary, dependent on experience

Please forward your cv to [e-mail]