Procurement & Sustainability Manager

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Procurement & Sustainability Manager to oversee the sourcing of spice commodities and lead sustainability initiatives within our spice manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, a deep understanding of the spice supply chain, and a passion for sustainable practices that support ethical sourcing and environmental responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

1) Procurement Responsibilities:

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for various spice commodities with a focus on quality, cost, and reliability.

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with farmers, traders, and suppliers.

• Negotiate prices, terms, and contracts to ensure optimal procurement efficiency.

• Monitor market trends, commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions to inform sourcing strategies.

• Ensure timely procurement to meet production schedules and delivery commitments.

2) Sustainability Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee ongoing sustainability initiatives aligned with company goals and industry standards.

• Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to promote sustainable farming practices.

• Implement and monitor supplier sustainability audits and compliance.

• Track and report on sustainability metrics, including social, environmental, and ethical standards.

• Promote awareness and best practices for sustainability within the organization and across the supply chain.

3) Cross-functional Coordination:

• Work closely with production, quality, and R&D teams for seamless supply and product quality assurance.

• Contribute to strategic planning and development of sustainability policies.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Agricultural Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably within the spice, agricultural, or food industry.

• Proven experience in leading sustainability initiatives and working with farmers/traders.

• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge of sustainable farming practices, fair trade principles, and relevant certifications (e.g., RFA, Organic).

• Ability to analyze market data and develop innovative sourcing solutions.

• Proficiency in MS Office, ERP systems, and supply chain management software.

Preferred Attributes:

• Passion for sustainability and ethical sourcing.

• Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities.

• Strong project management skills.

• Leadership qualities and ability to influence stakeholders.

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment decisions will be based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

• Qualification: Bachelor
• Age: Unlimited
• Job type: Permanent