LOCAL PROCUREMENT – INTERNAL MARKETING MANAGER - CITRUS

SUMMARY:
Somerset West area – Western Cape: This established exporter of Fresh Fruit from South Africa, is seeking a qualified person for the said position to join their team based in Somerset West, South Africa.

POSITION INFO:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Relevant Tertiary qualification will be advantageous Minimum 5 years' experience in global fresh fruit marketing \/ trading from South Africa as well as local procurement within the fresh produce export industry in South Africa Strong analytical and interpersonal skills with a collaborative team mindset An additional language will be advantageous but not a requirement. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO Procurement To work with South African producers requires fluency in Afrikaans and English Verbal and written Minimum 5 years' experience working with Local South African producers with a focus on citrus Existing producer base \/ access to volume\/product with a focus on citrus. Manage and grow relationships with the above-mentioned producers \/ growers in South Africa Exceptional negotiation skills with local producers and understanding how to work with them. Trading \/ Marketing To negotiate with buyers \/ clients and expand client base, requires fluency in English Minimum 5 years' experience in international Fruit Trading \/ Marketing Existing client\/buyer base Negotiating, trading and marketing with overseas clients Manage and grow international customer \/client relationships Deep knowledge and understanding of international markets Analyzing exported volumes and reaction planning. Exceptional negotiation skills with international and local clients \/ buyers Compliance and risk management