Junior Commercial Manager
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Job Location:
Cape Town - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity exists for a commercially driven and entrepreneurial Junior Commercial Manager to join a fast-growing business within the fresh produce and agricultural trading sector.
This role sits at the heart of a dynamic trading operation where you will be responsible for balancing buying selling and relationship management across both customers and growers.
If you are passionate about food agriculture and building commercial success this role offers the perfect platform to accelerate your career.
Key Responsibilities:
Minimum Requirements:
Key Competencies:
What Success Looks Like:
Why Join This Opportunity:
How to Apply:
If youre ready to grow your career in a fast-paced commercially driven environment apply directly by submitting your CV.
Please Note: If you do not receive feedback within two weeks kindly consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will however be kept for future opportunities.
If you are passionate about food agriculture and building commercial success this role offers the perfect platform to accelerate your career.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sales & Customer Development:
- Manage and grow existing customer accounts
- Identify and develop new business opportunities across retail hospitality and wholesale channels
- Prepare quotes manage orders and ensure successful delivery
- Analyse customer trends and buying patterns
- Buying & Procurement:
- Source and procure specialty vegetables and exotic & tropical produce
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international growers
- Monitor market trends pricing and seasonal availability
- Relationship Management:
- Act as a key point of contact between customers and suppliers
- Build long-term trust-based partnerships
- Resolve issues relating to quality pricing and delivery
- Commercial Coordination:
- Coordinate with logistics and operations teams to ensure seamless delivery
- Maintain accurate records of pricing orders and supplier agreements
- Support forecasting and supply planning processes
- Market & Product Development:
- Identify new product opportunities and emerging food trends
- Support the introduction of new product lines into the market
Minimum Requirements:
- 13 years experience in a commercial sales procurement or supply chain role
- Experience within fresh produce agriculture or FMCG (advantageous)
- Strong communication skills (English & Afrikaans preferred)
- Solid commercial understanding of pricing margins and trading
- Valid drivers licence and willingness to travel locally and internationally
- Valid passport
Key Competencies:
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong hunter approach to business development
- Relationship-driven and confident engaging with farmers and clients
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced trading environment
- Passion for food agriculture and market-driven businesses
What Success Looks Like:
- Consistent supply of high-quality fresh produce
- Growth in customer accounts and revenue
- Strong and reliable supplier relationships
- Seamless coordination between supply and demand
Why Join This Opportunity:
- Be part of a high-growth entrepreneurial business in the agricultural export space
- Opportunity to own and grow a product category
- Direct exposure to international markets and trading environments
- Clear pathway to a Commercial Manager role
- Performance-based incentives linked to your impact
How to Apply:
If youre ready to grow your career in a fast-paced commercially driven environment apply directly by submitting your CV.
Please Note: If you do not receive feedback within two weeks kindly consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will however be kept for future opportunities.
Required Experience:
Manager
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