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• Identify and engage reliable suppliers and farmers for agricultural commodities.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply terms with vendors in line with companyprocurement policies.

• Survey different commodity suppliers quarterly to compare prices and quality.
• Build and maintain cordial relationships with suppliers, farmer groups, and truck ownersto secure competitive prices.

• Visit farmlands regularly to assess crop conditions and identify potential sourcingopportunities.

• Purchase commodities according to customer requirements and specified qualitystandards.

• Oversee commodity cleaning and ensure removal of all external dirt and impuritiesbefore dispatch.

• Ensure all upcountry staff understand and can identify differences in commodity qualitygrades.

• Conduct pre-purchase and pre-shipment inspections to verify quality and compliancewith export standards.

• Inspect containers prior to loading to ensure they are in good condition and free fromdefects or holes.

• Send visual documentation (pictures, videos) and brief reports of purchase activities,cleaning progress, and truck departures via designated communication channels.

• Collect, analyze, and update weekly market prices for key commodities.
• Provide the Project Manager with daily commodity price updates and market insights.
• Prepare and share comprehensive budget projections and purchase quantity requestswith the Project Manager.

• Maintain accurate pricing records and provide insights on market trends and pricefluctuations.

• Compile and reconcile weekly stock levels across warehouses and storage facilities.
• Prepare detailed stock status reports highlighting commodity movements, variances, and balances.

• Prepare, verify, and manage approval (sign-off) documents for all commodity transactions and reports.

• Maintain accurate documentation of purchase activities, supplier data, and inspectionresults.

• Collaborate with logistics and port operations teams to ensure timely dispatch anddelivery of commodities.

• Support compliance with environmental, social, and safety standards in all sourcing and purchasing activities.

• Ensure all required transaction and export documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Must hold a valid international passport and be willing to travel at short notice to other branches or sourcing sites as required.

• Any other duties as assigned by Management

The Agric Commodity Purchasing and Quality Specialist is responsible for sourcing, purchasing,
and ensuring the quality and integrity of agricultural commodities in line with company
standards and export requirements. The role involves price tracking, supplier relationship
management, and quality verification at every stage of the value chain. The ideal candidate
must possess strong analytical, negotiation, and reporting skills, as well as a valid international
passport and the flexibility to travel at short notice across sourcing locations and company
branches.Requirement and QualificationDegree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Economics, or related field.8+ years’ experience in agricultural commodity procurement or trade.Strong knowledge of commodities such as cocoa, beans, cashew, and sesame.Strong negotiation, leadership, and communication skills.Willingness to travel as required