Job description

• Continuously evaluate and explore new sourcing opportunities with farmers and suppliers to optimize costs, reduce lead times, and enhance product quality.
• Work with Aggregators and lead farmers using data to organize delivery schedules of produce to the packhouse.
• Collaborate with existing farmers and suppliers to negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules, ensuring competitive rates and consistent supply.
• Build and maintain partnerships with farmers and suppliers, addressing any issues or concerns and providing updates on query resolution within the stipulated turnaround time.
• Monitor supplier compliance with quality standards and ethical practices, promoting sustainable sourcing and responsible farming practices.
• Monitor market trends on pricing, seasonal variations, and customer preferences to forecast demand and ensure optimal inventory levels.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including warehouse and logistics teams, to manage stock levels, minimize wastage, and maintain product freshness.
• Monitor client ordering patterns and produce inventory levels to ensure there is no secondary wastage as a result of over-sourced produce.
• Optimal use of the sourcing platform for sourcing activities and utilising data trends reports for efficient produce procurement.
• Any other additional responsibilities that may be assigned to you by your line manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Agriculture, or a related field. Relevant certifications are a plus.
• Proven experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably in the fruit and vegetable industry or food distribution.
• In-depth knowledge of local produce markets, suppliers, and farming practices.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze market data, pricing trends, and supplier performance.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with quality assurance and food safety standards.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite

• Continuously evaluate and explore new sourcing opportunities with farmers and suppliers to optimize costs, reduce lead times, and enhance product quality.
• Work with Aggregators and lead farmers using data to organize delivery schedules of produce to the packhouse.
• Collaborate with existing farmers and suppliers to negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules, ensuring competitive rates and consistent supply.
• Build and maintain partnerships with farmers and suppliers, addressing any issues or concerns and providing updates on query resolution within the stipulated turnaround time.
• Monitor supplier compliance with quality standards and ethical practices, promoting sustainable sourcing and responsible farming practices.
• Monitor market trends on pricing, seasonal variations, and customer preferences to forecast demand and ensure optimal inventory levels.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including warehouse and logistics teams, to manage stock levels, minimize wastage, and maintain product freshness.
• Monitor client ordering patterns and produce inventory levels to ensure there is no secondary wastage as a result of over-sourced produce.
• Optimal use of the sourcing platform for sourcing activities and utilising data trends reports for efficient produce procurement.
• Any other additional responsibilities that may be assigned to you by your line manager.

• Negotiation
• Communication
• Relationship-building
• Analytical skills
• Organizational skills
• Time management
• Quality assurance
• Food safety standards
• Microsoft Office Suite

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Agriculture, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications are a plus.
• Proven experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably in the fruit and vegetable industry or food distribution.
• In-depth knowledge of local produce markets, suppliers, and farming practices.
• Familiarity with quality assurance and food safety standards.