Job Description

Job Title: Sales Specialist - Berries (Middle East Focus)

About Our Client

As a leader in the fruit wholesale sector, our client is dedicated to sourcing top-quality produce while fostering sustainable practices and strong producer relationships. They are seeking a proactive and relationship-driven Sales Specialist - Berries (Middle East Focus).

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and strategically minded Sales Specialist to join their team. This role will focus on driving sales growth by identifying and securing new clients in the Middle East region, with an emphasis on blueberries. The ideal candidate will have deep market knowledge, the ability to access both open and closed blueberry varieties, and a strong commercial acumen.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and establish strong, long-lasting relationships with new clients in the Middle East, aiming to significantly expand our berry sales and market presence in this thriving region.
• Leverage extensive market expertise and insights to effectively access and promote open and closed blueberry varieties that meet the diverse needs of our clients.
• Develop and execute comprehensive strategic sales plans that are specifically tailored to the unique characteristics and demands of the Middle East market, ensuring maximum reach and impact.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, fostering open communication and synergy to align our sales efforts with the company’s overarching value system, mission, and long-term goals.
• Maintain a consistent presence in the office when not traveling for business purposes, ensuring ongoing engagement with the team and facilitating smooth operations as we pursue our sales objectives.

Requirements

Candidate Profile

• Strong knowledge of berries, particularly blueberries, with a proven track record in commercial roles.
• Strategically strong with the ability to navigate complex markets and secure exclusive opportunities.
• Committed to working in-office daily unless traveling for client meetings.
• Embodies the values and character aligned with our client’s culture.

Benefits

Location: Paarl.

Type: Permanent, full time position based on site.

Salary offered: Market related and dependent on experience, expected remuneration starts from R50,000 – R60,000, with room for adjustment for highly experienced candidates.