Potatoes Sourcing Manager

Farm Frites Egypt; روضة سدير; On-site; SAR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee the procurement and management of raw potatoes. This role involves strategizing cost-effective deals with suppliers and developing efficient plans during contracting, agriculture, and harvest seasons. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in agricultural storage, particularly within the potato sector, and will be responsible for budgeting, planning, and ensuring effective communication across teams. Join this innovative firm to make a significant impact on their agricultural operations and contribute to their growth and success.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in agricultural storage, especially in potatoes.
• Strong background in supply chain and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts with suppliers for raw potatoes, ensuring alignment with production targets.
• Evaluate seed varieties to maximize yield and quality.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Budgeting

Contract Management

Agricultural Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Job description

Position Purpose

Manages the company’s supply of potatoes. Strategizes to find cost-effective deals and suppliers. The role involves discovering the best methods to reduce procurement expenses related to raw potatoes and developing efficient plans and strategies aligned with timelines during the contracting, agriculture, and harvest seasons.

Responsibilities:

1. Contracting:
   • Prepare contracts with suppliers and companies for raw potatoes, ensuring approval aligns with project plans and expansion goals to meet factory production targets.
   • Approve contracts in accordance with project studies and expansion plans.
   • Design an optimal organizational structure for the agriculture sector to ensure resource utilization and effective communication.
2. Raw Potatoes Evaluation:
   • Evaluate seed varieties and select the best seeds to maximize yield, quality, and disease resistance.
3. Budgeting & Planning:
   • Prepare and monitor the agriculture budget related to raw potatoes, ensuring financial performance aligns with the annual budget to control costs.
   • Supervise plans for seed programs and raw potato management to optimize operational efficiency and reduce costs.
4. Communication & Follow-up:
   • Manage and oversee the company's farms, ensuring reclamation and planting plans are followed.
   • Coordinate supplier warehousing and payment processes upon delivery.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Academic and Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Experience:

• 7+ years of experience in agricultural storage, preferably in the potato or fresh produce industry.