Purchasing Manager - Agricultural Supplies

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary and bonus

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Impactful role in agriculture

Challenging and rewarding career

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead the procurement of agricultural inputs in Upington. You will oversee supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and ensure timely, cost-effective access to fertilizers, seeds, crop protection products and equipment critical to farming operations.

The role requires strong analytical and financial acumen, a background in agriculture or supply chain management, and proven leadership in procurement.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in purchasing or procurement, especially for agricultural inputs.
• Strong negotiation and supplier-management abilities.
• Analytical mindset with financial acumen.
• Leadership skills and experience managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic purchasing plans for agricultural inputs and equipment.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships.
• Oversee procurement to ensure timely availability of supplies.
• Analyze market trends and commodity prices to optimize purchasing.
• Manage the purchasing budget and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Purchasing/procurement experience

Supplier relationship management

Agricultural market knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture / Agribusiness / Supply Chain

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead the acquisition of agricultural supplies and inputs for their operations in Upington. This role is vital for ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of high-quality fertilizers, seeds, crop protection products, and equipment necessary for agricultural production. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate favorable terms, and contribute to strategic planning for the agricultural supply chain. This is a key leadership opportunity within a significant agricultural region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic purchasing plans for agricultural inputs and equipment.


• Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with key suppliers of fertilizers, seeds, and agrochemicals.


• Oversee the procurement process to ensure timely availability of essential supplies for farming operations.


• Analyze market trends and commodity prices to optimize purchasing strategies and secure competitive pricing.


• Manage the purchasing budget and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.


• Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements for agricultural products.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in purchasing or procurement, with a specialization in agricultural supplies or inputs.


• Demonstrated success in negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships within the agricultural sector.


• Strong understanding of agricultural production cycles, crop inputs, and related market dynamics.


• Excellent analytical, financial acumen, and leadership skills.


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

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.


• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.


• Opportunities for professional development and industry engagement.


• A crucial role impacting agricultural productivity and success.


• A challenging and rewarding career in a vital sector.