Summary
Date Posted: Sunday, March 12, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Sourcing Officer, who is also an Agronomist for Organic Products, to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, sourcing and procuring high-quality organic fresh fruits and vegetables from local and international suppliers while ensuring compliance with our sustainability and ethical sourcing policies. Additionally, the candidate will leverage their agronomy expertise to ensure that all sourced products meet our organic standards.

Key Responsibilities:
• Identify and evaluate potential local and international suppliers of organic fruits and vegetables
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure high-quality products are delivered on time and at a competitive price
• Ensure all sourced products meet our sustainability and ethical sourcing policies
• Conduct regular supplier audits and ensure compliance with relevant food safety and quality standards
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize costs and reduce waste
• Leverage agronomy expertise to evaluate the quality of organic fruits and vegetables
• Work closely with the operations team to manage inventory and forecast demand
• Collaborate with the marketing team to promote our organic products and educate customers on the benefits of organic farmin

Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or a related field
• Experience in fresh produce sourcing and procurement
• Strong knowledge of organic farming practices and standards
• Willingness to travel 3-5 days per week across Kenya
• Understanding of market trends
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Familiarity with food safety and quality standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

If you are passionate about organic farming and have a strong background in fresh produce sourcing, agronomy, or procurement, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity through our email; hr@greenspoon.co.ke 


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