Published On:
8th, August 2023
Closes on:
18th, August 2023
Job closed
Job Description
We want to bring an analytically minded individual to join our team as a Sourcing
Specialist. The supply chain and logistics professional will specialize in implementing
cost-effective purchases of farm output. The position will be responsible for identifying
farm output sources, working cross-functionally to coordinate harvests & logistics,
ensuring quality control and adhering to the company’s policies and procedures on
supply chain management. This role includes travel across county and country borders.
Responsibilities:
o Develop procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective.
o Source and engage reliable small-scale producers.
o Negotiate with small-scale producers to secure advantageous terms.
o Build a cross-border network of producers to secure produce from neighbouring
countries.
o Build and maintain long-term relationships with small-scale producers from all regions
of operations.
o Submit purchase orders and organize and confirm delivery of goods and services.
o Perform risk assessments on potential sourcing arrangements with small-scale
producers
o Work cross functionally with the sourcing team including, field agents, to execute
market linkage orders, coordinate harvests and logistics
o Prepare sourcing reports.
o Responsible for 100% targets allocated to you.
Requirements:
o Diploma in agribusiness, supply chain management, agricultural economics,
entrepreneurship or similar subject required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
o 5 years of experience in supply chain operations or a business development officer in
agricultural value chains with a solid cross-border network is strongly preferred
o Comfortable with mobile & Cloud based applications;
o Alignment with core values; Passion, Ownership, Excellence in execution, Trust and
Speed;
o Ability to take the initiative and work independently;
o Process and data-driven – process flows, KPIs and metrics don’t scare you;
o Strong knowledge of industry standards;
o Fluent in English, Swahili;
o Confident and charismatic in your approach to people.