Job Title : Senior Academic Admin Manager

Manpowergroup; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Johannesburg seeks a professional in the fruit industry to assess client requirements and ensure product specifications compliance. The ideal candidate has a degree in Agriculture or a related field, with a minimum of 3 years' experience in the industry and strong Excel skills. This role involves regular visits to packing facilities and communication with clients to maintain standards and address concerns.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the fruit industry.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Assess client requirements for product specifications.
• Create and share product specification guidelines.
• Conduct visits to packing facilities for compliance.
• Manage compliance queries from customers.
• Analyse customer feedback to resolve issues.
• Review packing formats and pilot new products.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Office proficient

Education

Degree in Agriculture or related field

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Detail : Key Responsibilities include :

• Assess client requirements for product specifications and compliance needs
• Create and share clear product specification guidelines with sales teams and packing facilities
• Conduct regular visits to packing facilities to ensure specifications are understood and adhered to, optimising value for customers and producers
• Manage due diligence and compliance queries from customers and stay updated on market regulations
• Analyse customer feedback and collaborate with packhouses to resolve issues
• Review packing formats and pilot new product concepts

Minimum Requirements :

• Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Science or related field, with at least 3 years’ experience in the fruit industry
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable own transport