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About this role
- Lead and supervise the dates procurement team to meet operational goals.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies for dates to support the commercial plan.
- Identify and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, availability, and delivery terms.
- Ensure timely and accurate purchase orders and follow-ups to maintain adequate dates inventory.
- Collaborate with supply chain team to forecast and plan dates purchasing requirements.
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve any issues related to delivery, quality, or service.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier performance.
- Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
- Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve efficiency. Train, mentor, and evaluate the performance of procurement team members.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, or any related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Experience in Dates procurement is a must, preferably in Medjool dates
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
- Strong organizational and team management skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.