Procurement Area Manager (Stone Fruit & Citrus)

Tyron Consultancy; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the agricultural sector is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Procurement Area Manager to oversee procurement, production, and quality of Stone Fruit and Citrus in the Western Cape. This senior role requires strong leadership skills, industry experience, and a passion for quality and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will manage key responsibilities including procurement, grower network management, and compliance with food safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years’ experience in the fruit and agricultural industry.
• Strong technical expertise in Stone Fruit; Citrus exposure advantageous.
• Proven ability to lead, coordinate, and influence across multiple functions.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement, production, and quality of Stone Fruit and Citrus.
• Expand and manage a strong grower network.
• Ensure compliance with all Food Safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in Agriculture or related field

Tools

MS Office

Digital Reporting Tools

Job description

Procurement Area Manager (Stone Fruit & Citrus) – Western Cape.

Seeking a dynamic and results-driven individual to manage procurement, production, and quality across Stone Fruit and Citrus in the Western and Southern Cape.

This is a senior role ideal for someone motivated by performance, quality, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement of fruit
• Expand and manage a strong grower network
• Deliver accurate seasonal estimates (pre- and post-harvest)
• Oversee harvest and packing processes to ensure quality and efficiency
• Minimize unsound fruit deliveries through proactive quality control
• Ensure compliance with all Food Safety standards
• Provide in-field technical support to producers
• Handle grower administration and ensure accurate reporting

Core Competencies:

• Strong leadership and accountability
• Analytical thinking and effective problem-solving
• High attention to detail under pressure
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Skilled in MS Office and digital reporting tools
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines

Minimum Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Agriculture or related field
• 5–7 years’ experience in the fruit and agricultural industry
• Strong technical expertise in Stone Fruit; Citrus exposure advantageous
• Proven ability to lead, coordinate, and influence across multiple functions