Procurement Officer - Farm Background

Confidential Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a procurement specialist to source agricultural inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and equipment for farm operations.

You will build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiate terms, monitor inventory levels with just-in-time strategies, and analyze market trends to align purchasing with production cycles and budgets in a dynamic agricultural environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, SCM or related field.
• 3–5 years of procurement experience focused on agricultural inputs and farm operations.
• Understanding of crop cycles, soil science, farming practices; GAP/organic certs and regulatory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure seeds, plants, fruits, vegetables, fertilizers, pesticides and equipment.
• Negotiate terms with farm suppliers to secure reliable supply and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor inventory and apply just-in-time strategies to minimize waste.
• Analyze market trends and commodity prices to align purchases with production cycles and budget.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Vendor relations

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Job description

Source and procure agricultural inputs such as seeds plants fruits and vegetables fertilizers pesticides and equipment ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness for farm operations Develop and maintain strong relationships with farm suppliers negotiating favorable terms and contracts to secure reliable supply chains Monitor inventory levels of farm supplies implementing just-in-time strategies to minimize waste and optimize storage Analyze market trends and commodity prices to make informed purchasing decisions that align with farm production cycles and budget

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in procurement, with a significant portion focused on agricultural inputs and farm operations.Proven understanding of crop cycles, soil science, and common farming practices.Familiarity with agricultural certifications (e.g., organic, GAP) and regulatory requirements.