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The candidate’s responsibility will be to work closely with VP Operations and Head of Supply Chain. You will be responsible for spearheading our procurement strategy, ensuring the acquisition of a diverse range of agricultural inputs at competitive prices (also including general procurement items required by the Company). Your expertise will be crucial in managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and aligning our procurement efforts with the broader business objectives to support growth and operational efficiency.
You will be responsible to:
- Develop, implement, and continuously refine a comprehensive procurement strategy that encompasses all categories of agricultural inputs.
- Conduct extensive market research to identify reliable suppliers across different agri input categories, ensuring a diverse supplier base.
- Lead the procurement process from supplier evaluation and selection to contract negotiation, ensuring adherence to quality, cost, and delivery standards.
- Foster strong, strategic relationships with key suppliers to guarantee the best value in terms of price, quality, and service.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and sales, to integrate procurement plans with business objectives.
- Manage and optimize procurement budgets, focusing on cost-saving initiatives without compromising on product quality or availability.
- Establish and maintain quality standards for all procured agri inputs, working closely with suppliers to ensure compliance.
- Oversee logistics and supply chain management for all agri inputs, ensuring efficient and timely availability to meet customer demands.
- Stay ahead of industry trends, market dynamics, and new technologies that can influence our product offerings and procurement strategies.
- Lead and mentor the procurement team, promoting a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and professional development.
