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Buyer Fruit & Packaging

Somerset West
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Manufacturing
Reference: PC001734/LS

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Employer: Status Staffing

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.

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

DUTIES:

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

HOURS:

Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00

Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at www.statusstaffing.com today.
Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.

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About Status Staffing

Welcome to STATUS STAFFING SOLUTIONS, a leading Western Cape based broad spectrum boutique staffing solutions provider.

Within our recruitment division we pride ourselves in our ability to match the right person to the right career through a comprehensive range of in-house screening and assessments. We go the extra mile by offering an outsourced HR and IR service, thereby assisting our clients to comply with local Labour laws. In addition, our Labour Relations division also offer a comprehensive Payroll service, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.

Our large candidate database and quality customer service ethos is what differentiates us from our competitors, enabling is to be considered a strategic partner to our valued candidates and clients.