Agricultural Officer ( Vegetable Sourcing & Processing)

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Job description

Sacon Construction and Trading PL C is seeking a qualified and motivated Agricultural Officer to manage vegetable sourcing, production coordination, quality control, and post-harvest processing. The successful candidate will work closely with farmers and suppliers to ensure a continuous supply of high-quality vegetables for local and export markets. NB: Duty station:-Addis Ababa, with frequent field travel Key Responsibilities • Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable vegetable suppliers and farms. • Source vegetables based on company quality standards and customer requirements. • Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, cooperatives, and aggregators. • Supervise harvesting, grading, sorting, washing, packing, and post-harvest handling. • Monitor product quality throughout the processing and packing stages. • Plan procurement schedules according to production and export requirements. • Conduct regular farm visits to assess crop quality and production capacity. • Negotiate purchase prices and supply agreements with farmers and suppliers. • Prepare sourcing, quality, and inventory reports. • Coordinate with logistics, warehouse, and sales teams to ensure timely deliveries. • Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and export standards. Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture, Plant Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or a related field. • Minimum of 3 years of experience in vegetable production, sourcing, procurement, or post-harvest handling. • Strong knowledge of vegetable cultivation, grading, and quality standards. • Experience working with commercial farms and smallholder farmers. • Good negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook). • Willingness to travel frequently to farming areas. Preferred Skills • Experience in fresh produce export operations. • Knowledge of cold chain management and post-harvest handling. • Ability to work under pressure and meet procurement deadlines. • Strong organizational and reporting skills. How to Apply Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.