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GLUCKMAN TRADING SERVING SOUTH AFRICA’S MEAT NEEDS SINCE 1898.

Gluckman Trading are leading red meat and poultry traders with more than a 100 years of experience in serving the diverse needs of the industry.

In a proud tradition of service and growth through market-driven diversification, Gluckman Trading brings a wealth of expertise and a unique flexibility to its dealings with both clients and suppliers.

The company was originally established in 1898 by Maurice and Nathen Gluckman as Gluckman Brothers Livestock Auctioneers. Success in the country towns led to a move to the Johannesburg Market in the early 1900’s, where  their well-established contacts with livestock sellers around the country and ability to supply fluctuating demand paid handsome dividends.

It was during this period that Maurice’s son Gerry, joined the company as a young man and enthusiastically set out to learn the ropes.

It was not long before Gerry took over the running of the growing business from his father and successfully steered the company through various paths of diversification, including a number of partnerships, all of which served to expand its influence and area of operation.

Gerry Gluckman served in various capacities including as a member of the South African Meat Board for seven years and Chairman of the of the Livestock Auctioneers Association for twenty years.
He was also voted Agricultural Man of the Year in 1982.

The Gluckman family share the same ethos and beliefs on how business should be conducted and this gives Gluckman Family Trading a competitive edge. The Gluckman’s have a strong commitment to building lasting relationships with customers and suppliers as they know that they are building for the future

During the early 1970’s, Gerry’s son  David, followed family tradition by joining the family business on completion of his university degree.

David brought change, prosperity and great leadership to the company. With Gerry’s reputation and David’s remarkable business acumen, this team was a winning combination.

David is a trader who maintains and cherishes all existing clients and also sources new business.

The subsequent injection of David’s youthful enthusiasm and energy balanced by Gerry’s extensive experience, ensured the continued growth and successful diversification of the business to include  divisions dealing in poultry and imported boxed meats.

Gluckman Family Trading changed, grew & prospered with the times.

In 2008 Jerome Gluckman, David's son, joined the team. With his youth and vibrant ideas he contributes a fresh perspective of the company. Jerome has spent time training with Gluckman Trading’s valued suppliers in South America.

Jerome has a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Entrepreneurial Management.

Jerome speaks Spanish and Portuguese    

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