Grain Procurer, Bloemfontein

Mirna Butler Recruitment; Bloemfontein; Sur place; ZAR 406 000 - 487 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mirna Butler Recruitment is seeking an experienced Grain Procurer for our client in Bloemfontein. You will source and procure grain, manage producer relationships, monitor market trends and negotiate competitive prices to support procurement objectives.

The role suits a commercially minded professional with strong negotiation, communication and agricultural knowledge. Local market familiarity and willingness to travel are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Matric is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing would be an advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in grain marketing.
• Computer literacy in Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsabilités

• Manage service producers within the designated area and maintain effective communication and professional relationships.
• Coordinate and oversee service producers within the designated area to meet targets and client requirements.
• Manage SAFEX clients and options by providing ongoing support and monitoring client positions and requirements.
• Maintain accurate client records and track targets to monitor performance and objectives.
• Monitor client activities and support effective reporting and portfolio management.
• Plan logistics for clients and coordinate requirements for efficient execution.
• Monitor SAFEX positions and support marketing strategies for clients.

Connaissances

Strong communication skills

Strong sales and marketing skills

Good numerical skills

Strong customer service orientation

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Marketing would be an advantage

Matric

Outils

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Description du poste

Our client is seeking an experienced and results-driven Grain Procurer to join their team in Bloemfontein. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and procuring grain, managing relationships with producers and suppliers, monitoring market trends and negotiating competitive prices to support the organisation’s procurement objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded individual with strong negotiation, communication and agricultural industry knowledge who thrives in a dynamic environment.

Minimum requirement

• Matric
• Relevant Bachelor's degree in Marketing would be an advantage
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in grain marketing
• Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle
• "Safex traders" exam would be an advantage
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English

Skills required

• Strong customer service orientation
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Good numerical skills
• Strong sales and marketing skills
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written

Duties and responsibilities

• Manage service producers within the designated area and maintain effective communication and professional relationships to support their operational requirements
• Coordinate and oversee service producers within the designated area to ensure targets and client requirements are effectively managed
• Manage SAFEX (South African Futures Exchange) clients and options by providing ongoing support and monitoring client positions and requirements
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and track targets to monitor performance and ensure set objectives are achieved
• Monitor client activities and maintain relevant records to support effective reporting and portfolio management
• Manage logistics planning for clients by coordinating requirements and ensuring efficient planning and execution of logistics activities
• Manage client portfolios by monitoring SAFEX (South African Futures Exchange) positions and assisting with the implementation of appropriate marketing strategies
• Monitor SAFEX (South African Futures Exchange) positions and provide ongoing portfolio management to support clients' marketing strategies and objectives

Remuneration

R 40 000 Cost to Company (including pension fund and medical aid contribution), depending on experience

Work hours

Monday - Friday: 07h30 - 17h00

Saturdays: 08h00 - 12h00

IMPORTANT:

• Applications close 18 September 2026
• If you do not receive feedback within 14 days, your application is unsuccessful
• Only applications submitted via the Ditto Jobs platform will be considered
• Only candidates who meet all our client's minimum requirements will be contacted