Product Coordinator

Green Marble Recruitment Consultants; Alberton; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a motivated individual to join their commercial team in a sales coordination role. This position is designed for someone passionate about sales, eager to grow, and ready to engage with procurement and operations in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's licence required.
• Experience in procurement or commercial operations considered an asset.
• Understanding of fruit and vegetable production is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage procurement strategy according to marketing needs.
• Ensure quality control on products and manage stock takes.
• Maintain professional relationships with farmers and provide commercial team support.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Relationship management

Education

National Senior Certificate

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We’re looking for a driven and ambitious young individual with a passion for people, strong problem-solving skills, and a desire to build a long-term career in sales.
This is the ideal position for someone who wants to grow their career in sales, as you’ll be working closely within the commercial team.
The role offers hands-on experience in procurement and commercial operations within a dynamic environment.
If you’re hardworking, relationship-oriented, and eager to grow, this is your opportunity!
Minimum requirements:

• National Senior Certificate.
• Relevant previous experience.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Computer literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• General knowledge of fruit and vegetable production.
• Proficient in handling data and working with systems.
• Relevant tertiary qualification will be beneficial.

Personality Traits:

• Ability to build strong relationships.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve queries quickly and efficiently.
• Effective time management and the ability to prioritise tasks well.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage procurement strategy:
  • Ensure sufficient product is packed according to marketing requirements.
  • Liaise with the commercial team and suppliers regarding product availability.
  • Ensure correct packaging is consistently used.
  • Source new suppliers and products that align with the company’s sales offering.
  • Handle final price negotiations when sourcing products.
  
  


• Coordinate all administrative tasks between the company and farms.


• Quality control on products.


• Physical stock takes in cold-rooms and reconcile with the system.


• Manage packaging materials.


• Maintain professional relationships with farmers to uphold a positive company image.


• Provide general assistance to the commercial team.

Desired Skills:

• Key Accounts
• Coordinator
• Buying