Supply Chain and Logistics Manager
Ntinda and in the Field, Uganda * Full-time
Agricado Farms
Procurement and Logistics
Total Positions:
Location: Ntinda and in the Field, Uganda
Full-time
Salary: Attractive
Posted 1 year ago
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Farmer Network Management:
• Lead the registration and onboarding of Hass Avocado farmers into the Agricado supply chain.
• Build strong relationships with farmers to ensure adherence to quality, traceability, and sustainability standards.
• Maintain an up-to-date farmer database and ensure all compliance records are accurately documented.
• Extension Team Oversight:
• Manage and support extension teams providing agronomic and technical support to farmers.
• Set targets, monitor performance, and ensure effective delivery of services and farmer training.
• Coordinate continuous capacity building for field officers and extension staff.
• Harvesting & Logistics Planning:
• Develop and implement harvesting schedules in line with fruit maturity, quality requirements, and market timelines.
• Coordinate logistics from farm gate to packhouse, ensuring efficiency, minimal losses, and traceability.
• Work closely with the logistics and export teams to align operations with market demands.
• Cost and Process Optimization:
• Identify and implement strategies to reduce operational costs while maintaining high-quality outputs. o Streamline communication across departments and stakeholders for operational efficiency. o Apply data-driven decision-making to improve supply chain performance.
• Digital Tools and Traceability:
• Manage the use of traceability and supply chain management software or apps across all levels. o Ensure field data collection and reporting are consistent, accurate, and aligned with traceability protocols.
• Training and Capacity Building:
• Coordinate and oversee farmer training programs on best practices in avocado production, post-harvest handling, and certification standards. o Collaborate with agronomists, external trainers, and certification bodies where necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the horticulture or avocado sector, with direct involvement in supply chain or field operations.
• Proven experience managing farmer networks and extension teams.
• Strong knowledge of cost control, logistics, and operational efficiency.
• Hands-on experience with digital traceability platforms and farm data tools.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced, field-oriented environment.
• Preferred Attributes:
• Knowledge of global export standards and certification of Global GAP or other certification schemes.
• Passion for agricultural development and farmer empowerment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of local languages is an added advantage.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your cover letter and CV to hr@agricadofarms.com and complete the attached online assessment as well, the assessment will be using Test Gorilla on the interface of Fabrication Systems – a sister company. https://app.testgorilla.com/s/sknptqbj only complete assessments will be reviewed. With the subject line “Supply Chain and Logistics Manager Applicationâ€.
Deadline: 25th July 2025
Deadline: Expired
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