Job Description

Purchaser (Fruits and Vegetables) Job vacancy in Kenya 2019

Career Employment Purchaser Nairobi Kenya May 2019

Job Vacancy: Purchaser – Fruits and Vegetables

Our client in the export and import of fresh fruits and vegetables seeks to hire a Purchaser.

S/he will look for the best combination of quality, price, payment terms and delivery speed & negotiate contracts and policies with suppliers.

S/he will also monitor deliveries to ensure compliance with contracts.

Salary: 32K – 35K

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop purchasing strategies and identify buying trends to keep the business profitable


• Conduct self-guided research to become familiar with what products are available as well as their costs and benefits


• Search available products to find the best combination of quality, price, and delivery


• Negotiate policies and contracts with various suppliers


• Manage deliveries to confirm compliance with contracts


• Monitor stock levels and verify purchase requisitions


• Identify damaged or defective goods and work out an alternative solution with the supplier


• Keep detailed records and prepare and submit necessary reports


• Maintain professional relationships with all key suppliers


• Attend various conferences, supplier plants, and vendor interviews to stay informed about changes and advancements in the industry

Skills and Qualifications

• Major in agriculture or relevant course, diploma and above


• At least 3-5 years’ experience in veggies and avocados purchasing


• Good contact with veggies and avocados farmers with coordination with the farm manager


• Ability to give priority to whom has resource of fruits & veggies.


• Good physical condition and hard-working.


• Extensive knowledge of products- veggies and avocados


• Strong communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills


• Analytical and mathematical capabilities in order to compare prices and quantities and consider vendor contract terms


• Ability to evaluate market conditions and various suppliers


• Keen eye for detail


• Willingness to make quick and thoughtful decisions on behalf of the business


• Effective relationship building skills

Applicants who meet the requirements stated above should send their detailed CVs with a day – time Telephone number to the email address: jobs@hcsafrica.com with Purchaser – Fruits and Vegetables on the Subject line.

Candidates MUST indicate their Current & Expected salaries

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