Manager - Procurement & Supply Chain

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities:- Develop and implement procurement strategies for agricultural inputs, including fertilizers, seeds, crop protection products, mechanization services, inventory management, and logistics.- Drive category management, supplier segmentation, and sourcing plans aligned with organizational objectives.- Lead RFI/RFQ/RFP cycles, supplier qualification, competitive bidding, negotiations, and contract management to secure the best commercial and service outcomes.- Oversee QA/QC processes to ensure products and services meet required specifications and compliance standards.- Manage supplier performance through KPIs, dashboards, and continuous improvement initiatives.- Ensure adherence to legal, ethical, regulatory, and corporate procurement standards.- Implement and oversee digital procurement tools and analytics platforms for spend visibility and performance tracking.- Collaborate closely with internal teams-operations, finance, agronomy, legal, and compliance-to ensure aligned sourcing decisions.- Optimize inventory levels, logistics operations, and downstream distribution to partners and customers.- Lead supply chain risk assessment, mitigation planning, and preventive measures.Qualifications & Experience:- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Agriculture, Business Administration, or related field (Masters preferred).- 10-20 years of procurement and supply chain experience, with at least 3 years in agriculture or agribusiness.- Experience working with international or multinational environments.- Strong understanding of category management, strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier performance governance.- Hands-on experience with ERP and e-procurement tools such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, or Oracle.- Proficiency in procurement analytics and data-driven decision-making.- Knowledge of QA/QC and regulatory compliance within agricultural supply chains.- Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.Core Competencies:- Strategic sourcing & supplier management- Cost optimization & total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis- Contract & risk management- Data analytics & digital procurement systems- Regulatory & ethical compliance- Leadership & cross-functional collaboration

Keyskills :
supply chain operationsprocurementoperationssourcing