Location: Paarl (South Africa)
Contract: Permanent
Working day: Full time
Sector: Consumer goods
Vacancies: 1
Work modality: Hybrid

SanLucar Fruit

Guided by the slogan »Taste the Sun«, SanLucar offers the best tasting fruits and vegetables 365 days a year. The company is dedicated to bringing people natural joy of life and health in a way they can be proud of. Offering a variety of more than 100 delicious fruits and vegetables from more than 35 countries, SanLucar is the brand with the broadest top-quality assortment in the German, Austrian and Dutch retail market. SanLucar is also currently expanding into England, Italy, Canada, Ecuador, Russia, the Middle East and North Africa.

SanLucar, founded in 1993 by Stephan Rötzer, is today a multinational company with over 4,000 employees in Germany, Austria, Benelux, Spain, Italy, Ecuador, South Africa, Tunisia and Dubai. The philosophy »Taste in harmony with people and nature« is the foundation for all actions of SanLucar as well as the basis for many social and sustainable projects.

Job description

Are you the one?

At SanLucar, we bring the joy of fruit to people all over the world. But behind every delicious bite, there’s a team making sure our products reach the right place, at the right time, and under the best conditions. That’s where you come in!

As a Procurement Manager, your mission is to drive revenue growth by expanding and retaining our client base across various fresh produce categories, both locally and internationally. You’ll be the key link between our products and the market, ensuring our offer meets the needs of our clients while staying ahead of industry trends.

What will you do? Your role highlights

You will be conducting market analysis to identify untapped business opportunities.
You will be driving market share growth via strategies for market penetration and client base expansion.
You will be establishing effective communication with potential clients.
You will be providing exceptional customer service to foster long-lasting relationships, including managing SLAs.
You will be implementing strategies for client retention and repeat business.
You will be guiding new clients through the onboarding process.
You will be expanding the use of product features to increase revenue.
You will be monitoring industry trends, competitor activities, and market conditions.
You will be using research findings to make informed decisions and adapt sales strategies.
You will be delivering compelling sales presentations that demonstrate product value.
You will be addressing client needs and offering problem-solving solutions.
You will maintain a deep understanding of products, commodities, and varieties.
You will be tailoring solutions to meet individual client needs.
You will be collecting client feedback to enhance products or services.
You will be collaborating with product development and marketing teams to adapt strategies.
You will be monitoring SLA performance.
You will be monitoring credit notes, write-offs, and claim procedures.
You will be preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.

Become SanLucarian - What’s in for you?

You’ll find a dynamic and changing work environment
Feel comfortable leaving your suit behind! We don’t have a dress code
Experience different cultures - Multinational is what describes us best as we’re a team of 30
nationalities
Free language courses for all SanLucarians
Enjoy daily fresh fruit & orange juice
Participate in events, meetups & teambuilding activities

Requirements

Skills & Knowledge

You have an academic qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, or Supply Chain.
You have experience in Leadership, Agricultural Economics, or Project Management.
You are fluent in English and other languages will be a plus
You have more than 10 years of experience in the agriculture industry in commercial, supply chain and management positions
You know our crops, specially table grapes.
You have excellent MS Office and Excel skills.
You have experience with relevant export systems.
You have leadership, organizational and mentoring skills.
You have a strategic and analytical mindset.
You have strong problem-solving skills and pay attention to detail.
You have strong written and verbal communication and excellent verbal communication skills.
You have the ability to act as a change agent or catalyst for change.

Location: Paarl (South Africa)
Contract: Permanent
Working day: Full time
Sector: Consumer goods
Vacancies: 1
Work modality: Hybrid

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