Field Procurement Officer (Palm kernel seeds supply)

Confidential Employer

Job Overview

Location

Ondo, Ekiti, Nigeria

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Arrangement

On-site

Sector

Agriculture & Agribusiness

Experience Level

Mid-level (3-5 years)

About the Company

This role is with a growing processing company focused on the agricultural sector. The company is dedicated to efficient sourcing and procurement of key agricultural commodities, with a specific emphasis on palm kernel seeds. They offer direct operational impact and a competitive compensation package, including field transportation allowances, for their team members.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly reliable and results-driven Field Procurement Officer to manage the sourcing and purchase of palm kernel seeds across Ondo and Ekiti States.

This role demands direct engagement with local sellers, requiring a street-smart, detail-oriented individual confident in assessing product quality and negotiating fair prices in dynamic market conditions.

Key responsibilities include sourcing and maintaining relationships with sellers, physically inspecting and testing palm kernels, negotiating pricing, coordinating transportation, and maintaining accurate procurement records. You will also provide regular market intelligence and supply updates to management.

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Required Skills

Agro-commodity procurementPalm kernel quality assessmentNegotiation skillsInterpersonal skillsRecord keepingMarket intelligenceSupplier network management

Key Responsibilities

  • Source and maintain relationships with palm kernel sellers across Ondo and Ekiti
  • Travel regularly to sourcing locations across Ondo and Ekiti
  • Physically inspect and test palm kernels for quality before purchase
  • Negotiate pricing and ensure cost-effective procurement
  • Coordinate transportation of purchased goods to the factory
  • Maintain accurate procurement records and report to management regularly
  • Provide regular market intelligence and supply updates

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years proven experience in agro-commodity procurement
  • Solid knowledge of palm kernel quality assessment
  • Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
  • Existing supplier network in Ondo/Ekiti is a strong advantage
  • HND/B.Sc. in a relevant field but experience takes priority
  • High level of integrity and accountability

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive Salary plus field transportation allowance
  • Direct operational impact on a growing processing company

How to Apply

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Nigeria's agricultural sector is undergoing significant transformation, with a growing emphasis on efficient supply chain management for key commodities like palm kernel seeds. This role is pivotal in ensuring a consistent and high-quality supply for processing operations. Essential technical keywords include agro-commodity procurement, quality assessment, negotiation, supply chain management, and market intelligence. Your success will directly impact the company's operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and overall profitability, demonstrating a clear link to business ROI and leadership scale.

Posted Date

April 7, 2026

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