Description
The Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum (FPEF) Graduate Placement Programme is a proudly South African initiative aimed at driving transformation in the fresh fruit export industry. It offers high-potential South African graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in logistics, commercial, and technical (post-harvest quality management) roles at leading fruit export companies. This one-year internship is designed to equip graduates with practical skills, industry exposure, and professional development in a real-world business environment, with the potential to grow into long-term career opportunities. The programme plays a vital role in integrating talented young individuals into the commercial and operational heart of the industry.
This is your opportunity to enter the dynamic, fast-growing, and competitive world of logistics and export.
The following FPEF member; a highly successful and fully integrated family-run fruit production operation with a long and rich history in South Africa’s agricultural sector, is seeking a Jnr Market Coordinator Intern to join their dynamic team in Tzaneen. The business is part of a larger group and is known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation across the value chain.
Key Learning Areas and Responsibilities:
- Support product managers across various commodities with procurement and market coordination.
- Assist with export sales administration and documentation control.
- Provide technical support and help manage stock requests, CODs, and claims.
- Participate in weekly price forecasting and market delivery planning.
- Gain exposure to industry platforms such as Palbroker, and other commercial tools.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Good administrative and coordination abilities.
- Comfortable working with data and digital platforms.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Qualifications:
- Degree in Commerce, Agriculture, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Personal Attributes:
- Adaptable and proactive.
- Strong communicator and team player.
- Able to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
- Curious, resilient, and eager to learn.
- SA citizen
- Students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds will enjoy preference
- Applicants must be under the age of 30.
Remuneration:
The respective organisation undertakes to provide mentorship and market-related remuneration as applicable to interns.
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