Buyer (Fruit & Packaging)

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Introduction: Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking company dedicated to quality and sustainability? We are seeking an enthusiastic Buyer to manage and expand our fruit and packaging supply network. This role involves frequent interaction with our supply base, including farmers, pack houses, and packaging suppliers, as well as strategic negotiation and seasonal contracting. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to meeting our growing demands. Key Responsibilities: · Network Management: Maintain and expand our supply network for fruit and packaging materials to meet yearly production requirements. · Coordination: Communicate daily with production, logistics, quality, and planning teams to ensure timely supply of raw materials. · Budgeting: Develop yearly and monthly purchase budgets aligned with demand and fruit seasons. · Market Analysis: Assess local market conditions, identify new supply opportunities, and share market insights with the sales team. · Relationship Building: Build and sustain strong relationships with farmers and packers through regular visits across South Africa. · Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with quality standards and pesticide residue regulations. · System Management: Oversee purchase prices, orders, and contracts within the ERP system, and generate monthly reports on stock levels, order status, and pricing. · Negotiation: Negotiate purchase prices based on global market information and internal cost considerations. · Reputation Management: Enhance presence and reputation within the farming community and various fruit associations in South Africa. Sustainability: Contribute to improving the sustainability profile of our supply chain. Requirements: · Experience: Minimum of 4 years in fruit or vegetable buying, preferably in an industrial environment. · Education: Degree in Agriculture or a B-com degree with an agricultural background. · Travel: Willingness to travel locally, including overnight stays. · ERP Systems: Experience with ERP systems such as Sage, SAP, or Pastel Evolution. · Transportation: Must have a personal car. · Languages: Fluent in English; proficiency in Afrikaans and other languages is advantageous.


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