Procurement & Inventory Officer

Responsibilities:

Procurement & Supplier Management:

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive prices and quality products.
• Manage competitive bidding and maintain an approved vendor list.
• Raise purchase orders and monitor deliveries against agreed terms.
• Track market price trends and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Coordinate imports and logistics where applicable.

Inventory & Stock Control:

• Maintain accurate stock records across the farm, roastery, stores, cafés, and restaurant.
• Track the movement of harvested coffee, green beans, roasted beans, and finished goods from farm to outlet.
• Conduct regular stock counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Establish reorder levels and forecast demand to prevent stockouts and overstocking.
• Enforce FIFO (First In, First Out), proper storage, and food safety standards to minimise spoilage and wastage.
• Prepare reports on stock movement, usage, wastage, and cost of goods sold.

Requirements:

• HND in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Agribusiness, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CIPS or a similar professional certification is an added advantage.
• 5–6 years of relevant procurement and inventory management experience, preferably in F&B, agribusiness, retail, or FMCG.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory management/ERP systems.
• Knowledge of food safety and storage standards.
• Willingness to travel to the farm when required.