Procurement Officer

• Plan and procure agricultural inputs, including seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, livestock feed, veterinary medicines, irrigation materials, and farming equipment.
• Source and evaluate suppliers based on quality, price, delivery performance, and service standards.
• Obtain quotations, negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules to achieve cost savings.
• Prepare purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and procurement documentation in accordance with company policies.
• Coordinate with farm managers and department heads to understand operational requirements and forecast purchasing needs.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure adequate stock while minimizing excess inventory.
• Track purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of materials to farm locations.
• Verify delivered goods against purchase orders and coordinate with warehouse personnel for inspection and receipt.
• Resolve supplier issues related to shortages, damaged goods, delays, and quality concerns.
• Maintain an approved supplier database and conduct periodic supplier performance evaluations.
• Coordinate with Finance regarding invoices, payment processing, and budget monitoring.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Monitor market trends, commodity prices, and supply availability to optimize procurement strategies.
• Prepare procurement reports, spending analyses, supplier performance reports, and savings initiatives.
• Support annual budgeting by providing procurement forecasts and cost estimates.
• Promote sustainable and ethical procurement practices.
• Perform any other procurement-related duties assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Agriculture, or a related field.
• Professional procurement certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, CPP) is an advantage.
• 3–5 years of procurement experience, preferably within agriculture, farming, livestock, or agribusiness operations.
• Experience purchasing agricultural inputs, farming equipment, or livestock-related materials is highly preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and procurement software is an advantage.