Fruit Category Manager

Essential Experience:

• 35+ years' experience in Category Management, Procurement, Commercial Management, or International Trading within fresh fruit or fresh produce.
• Strong understanding of international fruit sourcing, import/export processes, and perishable supply chains.
• Experience negotiating with local and international growers, exporters, and suppliers.
• Proven ability to manage seasonal procurement, pricing strategies, and inventory planning.
• Strong commercial acumen with responsibility for P&L, margins, and category performance.
• Experience managing supplier claims, quality issues, and product recoveries.
• Ability to analyse market trends, pricing, and competitor activity to drive business growth.
• Experience leading or supporting regional sales teams across multiple countries would be advantageous.

Technical Knowledge:

• Fresh f...