Buyer Fruit & Packaging

SUMMARY:
Our client in Somerset West is seeking an experienced Buyer for Fruit & Packaging to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience in fruit or vegetable buying, preferably within an industrial setting. A degree in Agriculture or a B-com with an agricultural background is essential. This role involves regular local travel, including potential overnight stays, so a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle are necessary. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems such as Sage, SAP, or Pastel Evolution is required. Fluency in English is a must, and knowledge of Afrikaans or other languages is considered an advantage.

POSITION INFO:
A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE    :           Permanent
SECTOR                          :           Food Production
BASIC SALARY              :           Market related
START DATE                  :           A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12
• At least 4 years of fruit or vegetable buying experience, preferable in an industrial environment
• Degree in Agriculture or B-com with an agricultural background
• Regular travel locally, where overnight stays might be required
• Experience in working with Microsoft Office as well as ERP systems like Sage, SAP, Pastel evolution
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Fluent in English is required, Afrikaans and other languages is seen as an advantage

• Maintain and increase the supply network of fruit and packaging to meet the yearly production requirements
• Daily communication with the production, logistic, quality and planning to supply the required raw materials in time to meet production demand
• Create a yearly and monthly purchase budget in line with the demand and the fruit seasons
• Assess local market conditions and identify current and prospective new fruit supply opportunities
• Share knowledge with sales team on availability, prices and crop outlook and market development
• Maintain and build good relationships with farmers & packers, with regular visits around South Africa
• Ensure quality standards and pesticide residues are met
• Manage and maintain purchase prices, orders and contracts within the ERP system
• Monthly reporting on SOH, order levels and prices
• Calculate & negotiate purchase prices based on global market information of final products in combination with our internal cost price
• Improve the presence and reputation of the company in the farming community and the different fruit associations in South Africa
• Improve the overall sustainability profile of the supply chain

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00