Hass Avocado Sourcing Officer – Kenya/Tanzania

About the role

Our client, an agriculture company based in India, is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Hass Avocado Sourcing Officer to manage and grow the sourcing of quality Hass avocados from farmers, aggregators, and suppliers in Kenya and Tanzania.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the sourcing of quality Hass avocados from farmers, farmer groups, aggregators, and other reliable suppliers.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with growers and suppliers to ensure consistent supply and competitive pricing.
• Conduct and coordinate quality assessments to ensure avocados meet required maturity, sizing, and export standards.
• Negotiate competitive pricing, payment terms, and other commercial arrangements with suppliers.
• Monitor avocado availability, seasonal patterns, market prices, and supply trends to support effective procurement decisions.
• Manage supplier agreements and ensure agreed pricing, quality, volumes, and delivery requirements are met.
• Support export operations by coordinating with exporters and relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth and timely shipments.
• Ensure all required export documentation, certifications, permits, and compliance requirements are completed before each shipment.
• Prepare regular sourcing and market reports highlighting supply availability, pricing, quality issues, market trends, and recommendations for efficiency improvements.

Required profile

• 3–5 years of experience in Hass avocado sourcing, procurement, quality control, or agricultural supply‑chain management.
• Demonstrated experience in supplier negotiation and relationship management.
• Good understanding of avocado quality requirements and export standards.
• Experience in contract management and commercial negotiations.
• Strong market awareness and ability to identify sourcing opportunities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to work independently, travel to farms/sourcing locations, and manage multiple suppliers.