At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive sales and procurement of fresh produce while building strong relationships.
- Company: Join a well-established international Fresh Produce business with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work options, competitive salary, and excellent career development.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Gain autonomy to shape your own customer portfolio and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: 3-5+ years in Fresh Produce with strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
Are you an experienced Fresh Produce trader looking for greater autonomy, flexibility and the opportunity to make a real impact? We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established international Fresh Produce business that works with global growers and customers across the UK and Europe. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an ambitious Sales & Procurement Manager to join their commercial team, with work options to suit Office, Hybrid or Remote.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in both buying and selling fresh produce who enjoys building long-term relationships, identifying commercial opportunities and taking ownership of their category.
The Role
This is an opportunity to use what you have gathered over the years to bring your portfolio of Growers/Suppliers and Customers into a business environment with an unparalleled level of autonomy. You will manage your business unit with the large company support network and senior management to aid the unit’s success. You will bring and develop your business as a serious addition to the UK Company’s current product categories with all the benefits of strong cash flow, inspiring leadership and market presence.
Key Responsibilities
- Embed your current business into the company with a plan to drive your categories to new heights.
- Source and procure fresh produce from UK and international growers.
- Grow sales by identifying and securing new business opportunities.
- Negotiate commercial agreements with suppliers and customers.
- Monitor market trends, pricing and availability.
- Work closely with operations to ensure excellent customer service and supply.
- Deliver profitable growth across your product categories.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is commercially minded, highly motivated and passionate about Fresh Produce. You’ll ideally have:
- 3-5+ years’ experience within the Fresh Produce industry.
- A proven track record in both procurement/buying and sales/trading.
- Strong commercial awareness and excellent negotiation skills.
- Experience managing Fresh Produce categories.
- The confidence to build lasting customer and supplier relationships.
- A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently.
- Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office.
- Spanish language skills would be advantageous but are not essential.
What’s on Offer?
- Flexibility in your work options – On-site, WFH or Remote.
- Join an established and growing international Fresh Produce business.
- Genuine autonomy with the opportunity to shape your own customer portfolio.
- Work with an experienced, supportive commercial team.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Excellent long-term career development opportunities.
If you’re an experienced Fresh Produce professional looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.
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