Commercial Trader – Middle East Region

Zest Fruit (Pty) Ltd, a leading South African exporter of high-quality fresh produce, is seeking a Commercial Trader to join their team based in Stellenbosch.

Role Summary

The Commercial Trader for the Middle East Trading Region will be responsible for driving sales growth, developing new market opportunities, and managing customer relationships in alignment with Zest Fruit’s strategic goals. This role requires a commercially astute individual with deep market knowledge, exceptional negotiation skills, and the ability to manage complex trade flows between growers and clients in the perishable fruit sector.

Key Performance Areas

  • Strategic Market Development & Planning
  • Negotiation and Trading
  • Program and Client Management
  • Compliance and Risk Management
  • Communication and Team Collaboration

Qualifications and Experience

  • Relevant tertiary commercial qualification (e.g., BCom, Business Management, Logistics or equivalent).
  • 3–5 years’ experience in marketing, sales, or trading within the perishable produce industry.
  • Comprehensive understanding of fruit logistics, export documentation, and global trading systems.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and interpersonal skills with a collaborative team mindset.

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  • a covering letter motivating the application
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  • availability
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Closing date: 12 November 2025

If you do not hear from us within three weeks of the closing date, accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

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