Crop Procurement Officer at Olasiti Ventures Ltd 

Crop Procurement Officer at Olasiti Ventures Ltd 

Job Advertisement: Crop Procurement Officer 

Location: Arusha 

Industry: Agribusiness 

Employment Type: Field 

Company: Olasiti Ventures Ltd 

Company Overview 

We are a growing agribusiness company engaged in sourcing, purchasing, and supplying  various agricultural crops from farmers and collection centers. To strengthen our ϐield  operations, we are looking for a committed and trustworthy Crop Procurement Ofϐicer to  join our team. 

Position Summary 

The Crop Procurement Ofϐicer will be responsible for purchasing crops directly from the  farmers while ensuring quality, quantity, and cost efϐiciency. The role involves procurement planning, budget management, quality pre-inspection, accurate weight measurement,  documentation, and continuous communication with management on crop supply  dynamics. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Plan and execute crop procurement activities in assigned areas 
• Request and manage procurement budgets in line with procurement plans
• Conduct pre-inspection of crops to assess quality before purchasing
• Accurately measure crop weight during purchasing and loading 
• Purchase crops in accordance with company procedures and approved prices
• Prepare Loading Reports (LR) during loading operations 
• Prepare and issue Delivery Notes for all procured crops 
• Monitor and report increases or decreases in crop supply availability
• Track and report market price changes and trends 
• Communicate any challenges, risks, or opportunities observed in the ϐield to management
• Perform procurement budget retirement and submit supporting documents on time Qualiϐications & Requirements 
• Diploma or Degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Procurement, or related field 
• Experience in crop procurement or ϐield purchasing is an added advantage
• Basic knowledge of crop quality standards and grading 
• Ability to measure weights accurately and handle ϐield documentation
• Strong numerical, reporting, and record-keeping skills 
• High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail 
• Willingness to work in ϐield locations and travel as required 
• Good communication and reporting skills 

How to Apply 

Interested candidates should submit their CV and application letter to: [email protected]  clearly indicating the position Crop Procurement Ofϐicer.