SCM Professional – Bulk Maize Procurement
- Full time
- Central Region, Uganda, Kampala - Gulu Hwy, Ndibulungi, Uganda View on Map
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Job Detail
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Career Level Mid-Senior level
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Experience 10 Years +
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Gender Any Gender
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Qualifications Diploma
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Industry Transport and Logistics
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Number of Positions 1
Job Description
Job Title: SCM Professional – Bulk Maize Procurement (Urgent Hire)
Designation: Will be based on Experience
Location: Uganda
Industry: Distillery
Experience Level: 10 – 15 Yrs
Salary Range: Up to USD 1000
We are urgently seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Supply Chain Management (SCM) Professional with specialized expertise in bulk maize procurement to join our operations in Uganda. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sourcing agricultural commodities at scale, deep knowledge of East African grain markets, and a proven ability to manage suppliers, mitigate risks, and optimize procurement processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute procurement strategies for bulk maize sourcing in Uganda and/or Tanzania.
- Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with local and regional suppliers, cooperatives, and aggregators.
- Monitor market trends, pricing, weather patterns, and supply dynamics to inform buying decisions.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations, quality standards, and internal SOPs.
- Negotiate contracts and ensure timely delivery of maize volumes as per operational requirements.
- Coordinate with logistics, warehousing, and quality control teams to ensure seamless post-procurement handling.
- Maintain accurate documentation and reporting of procurement activities, pricing trends, and inventory status.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements in the supply chain.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Agribusiness, Agriculture, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in bulk procurement of agricultural commodities, especially grains (maize preferred).
- Strong understanding of regional grain markets, farmer networks, and regulatory environments in East Africa.
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently in fast-paced and remote field environments.
- Fluency in English required; proficiency in Swahili or local languages is highly desirable.
- Willingness to travel extensively within the region.
Required skills
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