Commodity Sourcing Officer - Accra

### 📌 Résumé de l'offre Commodity Sourcing Officer - Accra at Entreprise in Ghana. View the details for more information. **Détails clés :** - 💼 **Contrat** : CDI - 📍 **Localisation** : Ghana - 🎓 **Niveau** : senior - 🛠️ **Compétences** : ai, Management, data, Communication, excel, Excel, sales --- Job Ad & Profile Description Position : Commodity Sourcing Officer - Accra Job Title: Commodity Sourcing Officer Location: Accra, Ghana Reports To: Supply Chain Manager / Procurement Manager Employment Type: Full-Time Job Summary The Commodity Sourcing Officer at GeenGate Foods is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and securing essential agricultural commodities and raw materials needed for production. This role ensures cost-effective procurement, maintains supplier relationships, and supports the company’s supply chain goals by managing contracts, quality standards, and logistics coordination. Key Responsibilities 1. Commodity Sourcing & Procurement Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for agricultural commodities (e.g., grains, oilseeds, pulses, perishables) relevant to GeenGate Foods’ production needs. Conduct market research to monitor price trends, availability, and quality factors. Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and contracts with local and regional suppliers. 2. Supplier Management Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, farmers, cooperatives, and distributors. Conduct supplier assessments, performance evaluations, and due diligence. Ensure suppliers comply with quality standards, delivery timelines, and ethical sourcing practices. 3. Quality Assurance Support Work with Quality Assurance and Production teams to ensure raw materials meet food safety, technical, and regulatory standards. Coordinate incoming commodity inspections and resolve discrepancies. 4. Logistics & Coordination Collaborate with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery and proper storage of commodities. Track purchase orders, delivery schedules, and inventory levels to minimize stockouts and overstock. 5. Reporting & Documentation Maintain accurate records of sourcing activities, supplier contracts, pricing data, and procurement reports. Provide regular updates and insights to the Supply Chain Manager on market trends, risks, and opportunities. 6. Risk & Compliance Monitor commodity market fluctuations and recommend risk mitigation strategies. Ensure procurement practices align with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards. Required profile for job ad : Commodity Sourcing Officer - Accra Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Agriculture, Economics, or related field . Minimum 5 –7 years’ experience in procurement, commodity sourcing, or supply chain operations (ideally in agribusiness or food processing). Strong negotiation and relationship management skills. Knowledge of Ghanaian agricultural markets and commodity supply chains. Skills & Competencies Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Proficiency with MS Office (especially Excel) and procurement systems. Ability to travel regionally as needed for supplier engagement. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to contribute to sustainable sourcing and food production in Ghana. Professional development and career growth. Job criteria for job ad : Commodity Sourcing Officer - Accra Job category : Purchases Industries : Food-processing industry - Industry, production, manufacturing and other Employment type : Permanent contract Region : Ashanti - Central - Upper East City : Accra Remote work : Hybrid Experience level : 5 to 10 years - More than 10 years Educational level : High school - Technical school - College - HND - Bachelor - Master - Doctorate Spoken language : english > fluent Number of Position(s) : 3 Team management : Yes Sourcing Supply Chain Supply Chain Management Storage Supply Supplier Management Procurement Purchases Negotiation Be cautious! Do not send money to a potential employer. Do not pay any money for a potential contract of employment or for pre-employment training. Exercise extra caution with any international job offer, particularly if especially attractive conditions or salary are being highlighted. Please report any irregularities by using the candidate contact form and selecting the subject "Report a job ad". Job Summary We are looking for an  Agricultural Liaison Officer. The Agricultural Liaison Officer at GeenGate Foods serves as the key point of contact between the company and its agricultural partners, including farmers, cooperatives, suppliers, and exten ... We are seeking a smart, target-driven Sales and Customer Experience Officer to join our team. Responsibilities: Develop and nurture strong, long-term relationships with corporate clients, vendors, resellers, and strategic partners. Serve as the primary li ... We are seeking a high-performing Sen