Durbanville: Accounts Executive

TopFresh is a fruit export company situated in Durbanville, Cape Town. The company procures and distributes fresh fruit from growers to clients on a global scale, with most of their exports going to markets in Africa, the Indian Ocean Islands, the Middle East and Europe. TopFresh offers a personal touch and their meticulous attention-to-detail coupled with passion and drive, has proven to be the company’s recipe for success. The above-mentioned position is currently available for a dynamic negotiator to join the Commercial Department. The successful incumbent will take responsibility for the effective sourcing, procuring, selling and delivering of designated fruit to clients. Key Performance Areas: Procure and sell designated fruit Arrange shipment of orders Find and exploit trading opportunities and grow client base Identify, assess, and manage risks Initiate claims processes Exchange information and work with other Accounts Executives Build and maintain supplier / client relationships Achieve sales budget and gross margin objectives Attend meetings and report as required Requirements: Relevant tertiary qualification (diploma or degree) 1-3 years’ experience in procurement and trading of fruit Working knowledge of relevant fruit markets Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain strong relationships with role players Ability to closely follow policies and procedures Negotiation skills and ability to deal with conflict Willingness to travel locally and internationally Good computer skills (MS Office suite and shipping programs such as QX) Driver’s licence and own transport The company offers market related remuneration and benefits, based on the successful applicant’s experience and qualifications.