JOB DETAILS:
The Sourcing Operations Manager is a full-time in-country position leading the procurement, certification, production and export operations in Western Uganda. The core responsibilities include:
• Management of Bundibugyo field staff – performance, recruitment, professional development

• Development and implementation of sourcing strategy for Western Uganda

• Annual planning for sourcing and export activities
• Preparation of staff and requirements on buying and training days

• Coordination of three teams: buying, training and data collection – most importantly being the coordination and performance management of over 50 buyers.
• Ensure organic and traceability compliance
• Analysis of data and target tracking for all teams under management
• General office and staff administrative management

• Communication with central office and Finance department regarding sourcing plans

• Strategic planning and implementation of expansion opportunities
• Hosting & coordinating customer, donor, and investor visitors .

In addition to these responsibilities, all employees are encouraged to propose programs, strategies or experiments which they feel offer a promising avenue for improvements to the company or livelihoods of the farmers.

Benefits & Compensation:
• Monthly salary
• Performance based bonuses
• Accommodation allowance
• Communications allowance
• Flexible annual leave schedule including opportunity for off-season remote work
• Coverage of all work-related travel

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree from reputable university in related field
• Previous experience working and living in Africa or similar context

• Experience in coffee, cocoa, or related agricultural commodity market
• Knowledge of or previous experience in agriculture, sourcing, or agro-processing
• High level of organizational, communication and management skills
• Ability and willingness to learn and problem-solve independently
• Willingness to live and work in rural areas
• Patience & sense of humor