Procurement Operations Manager - Citrus

SUMMARY:

An international cold chain and fruit exporting group is seeking a Procurement Operations Manager to manage the full citrus export supply chain, including farmer sourcing and contracting, quality control, packhouse coordination, and international shipping and logistics to overseas markets.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a tertiary qualification in Agriculture
• Must have previous growing experience within Citrus
• Previous procurement experience would be preferred
• Solid understanding of Citrus quality, packing and logistics is required
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel when required

• Identifying, contracting with, and supervising local farmers to source high-quality Orange Valencia.
• Monitoring and evaluating the quality of produce to meet company standards.
• Identifying suitable packhouses for packing and storing sourced fruit.
• Engaging with packhouse management to ensure compliance with packaging standards and timelines.
• Overseeing the packing process to ensure fruit is being packed correctly and efficiently.
• Ensuring the shipping of packed fruit to India and other overseas markets.
• Working with logistics partners to ensure timely and cost-effective transportation.
• Overseeing and managing export documentation and ensuring compliance with international shipping regulations.