Raw Material Procurement & Supply Coordinator – Avocados

Mavuno Organics is a pioneer in Kenya’s organic food industry and producers of some of the country’s finest harvests. Our vision is to bring value to people and the planet by providing our bountiful crops just as nature intended – organically, sustainably, and ethically. Join us on our journey of delicious exotic delights nurtured with this philosophy. The Raw Material Procurement & Supply Coordinator role involves coordinating the entire supply chain for raw avocado materials, focusing on sourcing, harvesting, scheduling, and quality management across East Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish seasonal avocado volume requirements in liaison with Directors and senior management.
• Plan and coordinate raw material sourcing, harvesting and delivery scheduling to the packhouse.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with farmers, orchards, producer groups and brokers in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and other East African regions.
• Develop and maintain accurate supplier maps and databases.
• Play a leading role in packhouse production planning and fruit allocation.
• Maintain accurate raw material records and coordinate procurement logistics.
• Manage rejects, local sales and fruit waste management.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education and Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Agriculture, Agribusiness or related field.
• Strong Diploma holders with solid field experience will be considered.
• Short courses in fresh produce quality management or procurement are an added advantage.
• Exposure to GlobalG.A.P., Organic or Fairtrade standards and HACCP awareness is desirable.

Work Experience

• 2–5 years’ hands-on experience in fresh produce sourcing or procurement.
• Experience working with smallholder farmers, orchards and brokers.
• Practical exposure to harvesting, grading, packhouse deliveries and management of rejects.