Procurement & Supply Chain Lead Job Finagra

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Industry: Agriculture

About FINAGRA KENYA

FINAGRA KENYA is a forward-looking Agritech company dedicated to transforming agriculture through innovation, technology, and strong farmer partnerships. We collaborate with farmers and Agripreneurs to improve productivity by promoting optimal input utilization, mechanization, and digital technologies that monitor crop health and nutrition in real time.

Our unique model empowers passionate individuals who may lack access to land or capital by integrating them into a low-risk, high-impact farming ecosystem.

Through shared access to inputs, land, and technical expertise, FINAGRA enables guaranteed profitability, sustainable income, and long-term agricultural growth.

As we expand our reach and strengthen our operational efficiency, we seek highly motivated professionals who share our vision of building a smarter, data- driven, and sustainable agricultural future for Kenya and beyond.

Role Purpose

Manage end-to-end procurement and supply chain operations for agricultural inputs and downstream logistics. Ensure timely availability, cost efficiency, quality assurance, supplier performance, and compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for agricultural inputs (fertilizers, seeds, crop protection, mechanization services, inventory management and logistics).
• Implement category management, supplier segmentation, and sourcing plans aligned with business goals.
• Lead RFI/RFQ/RFP processes, supplier pre-qualification, and market analysis.
• Conduct competitive procurement, negotiation, and contract management to achieve optimal commercial and service outcomes.
• Oversee QA/QC processes to ensure product and service compliance with specifications and standards.
• Manage supplier performance, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to legal, ethical, corporate and regulatory procurement standards.
• Implement and manage digital procurement tools and analytics platforms for spend visibility and performance tracking.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (operations, finance, agronomy, legal, compliance) to ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
• Optimize inventory levels, logistics operations, and downstream distribution to customers and partners.
• Lead risk assessment, mitigation and prevention across the supply chain.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Agriculture, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5–7 years of procurement and supply chain experience, including 3+ years in the agricultural sector or agribusiness.
• Proven experience in international or multinational companies.
• Strong knowledge of category management, sourcing strategy, contract and performance management.
• Hands-on experience with ERP and e-procurement platforms (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle).
• Proficiency in procurement analytics and data-driven decision-making.
• Familiarity with QA/QC and regulatory compliance in agricultural supply chains.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Core Competencies

• Strategic sourcing and supplier management
• Cost optimization and total cost of ownership analysis
• Contract and risk management
• Data analytics and digital procurement systems
• Regulatory and ethical compliance
• Leadership and cross-functional collaboration

How to apply

Interested candidates to send a one-page cover letter and a CV in PDF format not later than 6th November 2025 email subject (Procurement & Supply Chain Lead ) to litunya.gabriel@finagra.com and copy to wycliffe.ochieng@finagra.com The applicants should state the expected salary and availability in the cover letter.

Finagra Kenya is an equal opportunity employer. We do not request for any cash payments during interview and post interview sessions.