- Company: Leading Palm Oil and Agribusiness Company
- Location: Owo, Ondo
- Job type: Full-time
- Deadline: 20th October, 2026
About the role
Our client, a leading company in the palm oil and agribusiness sector, is looking for an experienced professional to lead the sourcing and procurement of Fresh Fruit Bunch (FFB) for its palm oil mills. You will be based in Owo, Ondo, and will play a key role in maximizing mill utilization and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with mill capacity and production targets.
- Identify, onboard, and manage FFB suppliers, including plantations, estates, aggregators, traders, and independent producers.
- Negotiate competitive commercial terms, pricing, and contracts.
- Monitor FFB availability, market prices, seasonality, and competitor activities.
- Ensure consistent, high-quality FFB supply by working closely with Mill Operations and Logistics.
- Track sourcing KPIs, procurement costs, supplier performance, and quality-related deductions.
- Provide market intelligence, supply forecasts, and recommendations to management.
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and governance standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
- 8 – 12 years of relevant experience in FFB sourcing, palm oil, agricultural commodities, procurement, or plantation operations.
- 3 – 5 years in a managerial or senior sourcing/procurement role.
- Strong knowledge of the palm oil value chain and FFB procurement ecosystem.
- Proven experience managing suppliers and negotiating commercial agreements.
- An established FFB supplier network is an advantage.
- Professional certification in Procurement, Supply Chain, or a relevant agricultural discipline is an added advantage.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to info@elitetalentplacements.com using “Senior Manager, FFB Sourcing & Procurement” as the subject of the email. The application deadline is 20th October, 2026.
Apply by email: info@elitetalentplacements.com
