Technical & Procurement Manager - Grapes

Recruiter:

Humankind Group

Job Ref:

HC005831/Robyn

Date posted:

Friday, June 26, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

600000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Technical & Procurement Manager – Table Grapes
Location: Wellington

POSITION INFO:
A leading fresh produce business is seeking an experienced Technical & Procurement Manager to drive supply growth, quality management, and grower relationships within its table grape division. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded agricultural professional with strong technical expertise in table grapes and a proven ability to build supplier networks and secure quality supply. Key Requirements Relevant tertiary qualification Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role within the fresh produce industry, specifically table grapes Proven track record in sourcing and securing new supply Advanced technical knowledge of table grapes, including varietals, quality standards, and post-harvest handling Strong relationship-building skills with growers and packhouses Computer literate Willingness and ability to travel regularly Key Responsibilities Develop and execute procurement strategies in collaboration with the sales team Procure product in line with seasonal planning and customer requirements Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective growers Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to expand the supply base Negotiate pricing and commercial agreements with suppliers Ensure produce is packed and delivered according to agreed plans and market specifications Conduct quality assessments on farms, in packhouses, and in cold storage facilities Manage packing material requirements and supplier administration Coordinate activities between operational and commercial teams to ensure seamless execution Drive procurement profitability through effective cost control and margin optimisation Personal Attributes Strong communication and interpersonal skills Strategic and commercially minded Self-motivated and able to work independently Strong leadership and team management capabilities Adaptable, resilient, and solutions-oriented Excellent planning and time management skills Remuneration Market-related and dependent on experience and technical expertise. Applications Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV together with a cover letter and salary expectation. Should you not receive feedback within two weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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