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
Salary description
£45000.00 - £55000.00 per year