Fresh Produce – Fruit Sales / Buying Professio...

We’re looking for a sharp, well‑connected Fresh Produce professional to drive sales, procurement, trading for Key Company Accounts. If you know how to spot‑buy, trade fast, and work with UK retailers, importers, and global growers, this one’s for you. Our client is a well-established and highly respected fresh produce business with a strong global grower network and diverse supply base. The company maintains long-standing relationships with UK retailers and multiples, supplying a wide range of fresh fruit categories. It is recognised for its reliability, quality, and agility within a fast-moving market. Positioned at the heart of the fresh produce supply chain, you will work closely with importers, growers, retailers, and key supply partners. The role requires a proactive individual who can leverage both existing supply lines and personal market insight to drive profitable trading activity. Key Responsibilities Commercial & Trading Buy and sell fresh produce across UK and EU markets Identify and execute spot-buying opportunities Manage pricing, margins, and commercial negotiations Maintain strong communication with importers, distributors, and customers Procurement & Supply Work closely with global growers and supply partners Ensure continuity of supply and consistent product quality Manage seasonal programmes and forecast requirements Support internal teams with availability and supply planning Account Management Build and manage relationships with UK retailers, category managers, and wholesale customers Develop new business opportunities and commercial channels Provide market insights, category updates, and performance reporting What We’re Looking For Proven experience in fresh produce trading, procurement, or sales Strong network across growers, importers, and/or UK retail Ability to make quick, commercially sound decisions Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills Solid understanding of supply chain dynamics, seasonality, and product quality A proactive, energetic, and commercially driven mindset Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, trading environment Why Join? Work with a well-connected, reputable business with a global footprint Access to a strong and established grower and customer network High level of autonomy and responsibility Opportunity to directly impact commercial performance A dynamic, fast-moving environment with genuine growth potential Package Competitive salary and benefits package Career development opportunities within a growing business