Cape Town City Centre: AGRONOMIST, DEPUTY OPERATIONS MANAGER

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Agricultural degree/ diploma or related field 15 years of experience in working with growers and packhouse Must have relevant experience in procurement of Apple and Pear. Must be willing to travel DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO Sourcing Apple and Pear Identify, Contract-with & supervise local farmers to source high-quality fruits Monitor and evaluate the quality of produce to meet company standards Packhouse Coordination Identify suitable pack houses for packing and storing the sourced fruits Engage with packhouse management to ensure compliance with packaging standards and timelines Oversee the packing process to ensure fruits are packed correctly and efficiently without any wastage. Shipping and Logistics Ensure the shipping of packed fruits to India and other overseas markets at the most competitive rates Work with logistics partners to ensure timely and cost-effective transportation Oversee and manage export documentation and ensure compliance with international shipping regulations.