Supply Chain Planner/Procurement Specialist

SUMMARY:

A provider of specialised crop solutions to the agricultural industry is seeking the above to be responsible for delivering the promise of complete Crop Solutions by supporting the Procurement Manager in sourcing quality Crop Protection products and implementing smart commodity strategies across the Central and Northern Regions. The successful candidate will play a key role in keeping stock and logistics operations running smoothly, ensuring that teams and farmers have what they need to grow and succeed.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must hold a diploma in procurement, inventory control, logistics management, or a related field, alternatively a Senior Certificate with at least three years’ relevant experience
• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ relevant experience in procurement, inventory control and logistics
• Previous experience in the crop protection or general agricultural industry will be advantageous
• Must demonstrate strong analytical and financial acumen with a high level of attention to detail
• This role will initially support the Procurement Manager by analyzing internal historical data and seasonal trends to inform and develop the appropriate procurement strategy

• Delivering on the promise of complete Crop Solutions by supporting the Procurement Manager in sourcing quality Crop Protection products and implementing smart commodity strategies across the Central and Northern Regions.
• Playing a key role in keeping stock and logistics operations running smoothly, ensuring that the teams and farmers have what they need to grow and succeed.
• Managing and manipulating data to support procurement functions.
• Resolving disruptions through collaborating with suppliers, production, and sales teams using data analysis and planning software.