Fresh Produce Buyer

Fresh Produce Buyer £30,000 – £40,000 + Progression South Devon Early Shift | Growing Business I’m working with a well-established and rapidly growing fresh produce business that supplies high-quality fruit into the public sector and hospitality markets. Due to continued growth, they’re looking to bring in a Fresh Produce Buyer to strengthen their commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to be part of a business on the up, where you’ll have real influence on product selection, pricing, and sales direction — not just sit behind a desk placing orders. The Role You’ll be responsible for sourcing and buying a wide range of fresh fruit, ensuring the business is competitive on price while maintaining strong quality and availability. A big part of the role is working closely with the telesales team — guiding them on what to push, what’s moving in the market, and where the best opportunities are day-to-day. Key Responsibilities Buying across a range of fresh fruit lines Building strong supplier relationships and negotiating on price Keeping a close eye on market trends and seasonality Working hand-in-hand with telesales to drive sales and promotions Managing stock levels and availability for a busy customer base Supporting commercial decisions that impact margin and growth What We’re Looking For Experience in fresh produce / food buying, trading, or a similar commercial role Good understanding of fruit (or fresh categories) and how markets move Commercial mindset with confidence to make decisions Someone who enjoys a fast-paced, early-start environment Strong communicator who can influence sales teams The Details Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 Hours: 5:00am – 2:00pm or 6:00am – 3:00pm (Mon–Fri) Every second Saturday: 5:00am – 12:00pm Why Apply? Growing business with genuine progression opportunities Visible, impactful role within the commercial team Opportunity to shape product range and sales strategy Supportive, fast-moving environment where decisions matter