Strategic Agri-Inputs Procurement Lead

SawitPRO; Riau; On-site; IDR 300,000,000 - 600,000,000; Full time

Job summary

SawitPRO is seeking a Head of Procurement to lead the procurement strategy for a broad range of agricultural inputs in Indonesia. You will manage supplier relations, negotiate contracts, and align procurement with finance, operations, and sales to drive growth and efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring 3–7 years in procurement within agriculture/e-commerce, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia. Strong leadership and analytics are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Agriculture or related fields.
• 3–7 years of proven procurement experience, preferably in agriculture/e-commerce, with diverse agri inputs.
• Experience in Palm Oil Industry is a great advantage.
• Exceptional negotiation skills and ability to foster long-term supplier relationships.
• Strong analytical, strategic and problem-solving abilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of agri input market in Indonesia and globally.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia, written and spoken.
• Proficient in procurement software and analytics tools.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine a comprehensive procurement strategy across all agri input categories.
• Conduct market research to identify reliable suppliers and diversify the supplier base.
• Lead supplier evaluation, selection, and contract negotiations with focus on quality, cost, and delivery.
• Foster strategic supplier relationships to ensure best value in price, quality, and service.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, and sales to align procurement with business objectives.
• Manage procurement budgets with focus on cost-saving without compromising quality or availability.
• Establish and maintain quality standards for all procured agri inputs.
• Oversee logistics and supply chain management to meet customer demands.
• Stay informed on industry trends, market dynamics, and new technologies.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier relationships

Analytical thinking

Leadership

English & Bahasa Indonesia

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/BA/Agri

Tools

Procurement software

Advanced analytics tools

ERP systems

Job description

SawitPRO is seeking a Head of Procurement to lead the procurement strategy for a broad range of agricultural inputs in Indonesia. You will manage supplier relations, negotiate contracts, and align procurement with finance, operations, and sales to drive growth and efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring 3–7 years in procurement within agriculture/e-commerce, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia. Strong leadership and analytics are essential.