Supply Chain and Procurement Specialist
We are one of the largest growers and exporters of fresh horticultural produce from Rwanda.
We are looking for a results-driven Procurement Specialist to handle the procurement of our key export crops such as French Beans, Chilies, and Avocado. You will manage each part of the supply chain to ensure consistent delivery of supply while identifying possible obstacles that may affect our target and addressing them proactively.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop sound, cost-effective strategies for the purchasing of our key export crops such as French Beans, Habanero, Chilies, and Avocados.
- Negotiate contract terms with suppliers, farmers, and out-growers while continually scouting for
- additional farmers to work with to improve our sourcing strategy.
- Develop a strong out-grower network, advise on plantings, advise on harvesting dates, and ensure
- that the harvested products meet Grade 1 quality standards as well as are within the set
- forecasted projections.
- Communicating with the packhouse team and production team in a timely and effective manner to gather and share information for improvements to be made on a rolling basis
- Provide weekly forecasted export volumes to management.
- Developing risk management procedures to mitigate losses in the event of produce shortages
- Monitor costs for product supply and keep within set budgets and targets
- Prepare reports to highlight production procurement efficiency.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Strong experience working in the procurement of the fruit and vegetable sector
- Strong negotiation skills and conflict resolution skills
- A strong network of contacts in the fruit and vegetables sector.
- Strong experience with the use of Microsoft Excel and Data Analysis Skills
- Well organized, detail-oriented, results-focused, and able to work autonomously.
APPLY VIA
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Deadline: Sunday 11th June 23, 5 PM
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