MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Matric certificate Degree or Diploma in Commerce or Agriculture 3 – 5 years field experience in the horticultural industry. 3 - 5 years’ experience in commercial sales of avocados Horticultural / Agricultural knowledge of avocados Advanced knowledge on the fresh food chain Advanced knowledge on the economics of avocado production and marketing Understanding and appreciation of food safety and accreditation requirements Excel, Word, PowerPoint proficient Valid driver’s license BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES Excellent Organisational and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to prioritize tasks effectively Ability to adapt to change Able to work without supervision Willing to work overtime when required Excellent communication skills Approaches tasks with a customer-first attitude KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO Collect and compile seasonal harvest estimates from growers to support accurate production planning. Coordinate supply from external growers and assist in developing effective picking and harvesting strategies. Oversee the collection and submission of maturity samples, and coordinate harvesting schedules based on maturity analysis results. Conduct regular visits to growers and packhouses to ensure compliance with required packing and quality standards. Receive quality-related feedback from packhouses or markets and communicate relevant information to growers in a timely manner. Maintain a basic understanding of agricultural practices related to fresh produce to effectively support growers and operations ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted #J-18808-Ljbffr