The Farmers Friend
Saro AgroSciences Ltd the first company in the Group started out in 1991. Today it’s the leading marketer of Crop Protection Products in Nigeria & Ghana, committed to empowering Two Million Farmers within the next 5 years with superior agro-input (CPP, Seeds & Fertilizer) & Knowledge that will enable them increase thei...
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The Procurement Assistant officer is expected to lead the procurement effort at the Farmer-facing Local Buying Agent and Farm Gate tiers.
Primary Responsibilities
Liaises with the key suppliers to determine the adequacy of available resources.
To provide direction and inspirational leadership for the team, security & labour as a part of his responsibilities
Discharge stock within 24 hours of arrival at WH, and get reports ready within 24 hours of discharge.
Manages the interface between the company and Key Suppliers to deepen relationships and resolution of supplier conflicts timely.
Provides regular and accurate information on crop flow and farm activity, competitors' activity, and data on the volume of commodities traded in specified zones.
Directs and coordinates the activities of key suppliers through Daily Feedback and Weekly Reports
Should know the Buying Agents for various Commodities in Nigeria mainly Rice, Soybean, and Sesame
All agreed Reports must be updated on a daily basis.
Should be tested towards the Procurement Knowledge for Key Growing Areas, Key Buying Processes, and Value Drivers.
Qualification and Experience
Minimum of an OND in any field.
Minimum of 5 years working experience as a Procurement Officer of Agricultural produce, raw materials, and finished food products.
Age: 28 – 38 years old.
Competencies Required:
Proactive self-starter
Integrity & independent mind, and ability to work under pressure.
Ability to work with all levels of the team with minimal and reasonable conflicts.
Highly organized and significant ability to multi-task effectively.