Procurement Manager

Role & responsibilities

• Procurement Planning & Strategy:

  Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with company goals. Plan and forecast material requirements based on production cycles and seasonality in shrimp farming.

• Vendor Management:

  Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable suppliers for shrimp feed, hatchery equipment, chemicals, PPE, and farm supplies. Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms with vendors. Maintain strong relationships to ensure supply stability and quality.

• Cost Control & Budgeting:

  Optimize procurement costs without compromising quality. Monitor and manage procurement budget and reduce waste or excess stock.

• Inventory Coordination:

  Work closely with the farm operations and warehouse teams to manage inventory levels. Ensure just-in-time delivery to avoid stockouts or overstocking.

• Compliance & Documentation:

  Ensure compliance with food safety, environmental, and aquaculture regulations. Maintain accurate records for audits, traceability, and procurement reporting.

• Quality Assurance:

  Collaborate with the quality control team to ensure that procured items meet company and regulatory standards. Handle non-conformance issues with vendors promptly.

• Market & Risk Analysis:

  Monitor market trends, raw material price fluctuations, and risk factors affecting the shrimp industry. Develop mitigation plans for procurement-related risks.

• Team Coordination:

  Supervise and mentor the procurement team. Coordinate with logistics, farm, and processing units for seamless supply chain integration.
• Work closely with departments to forecast purchasing needs and avoid shortages.

Preferred candidate profile

• Minimum 10-12 years of experience in procurement, with at least 810 years in the aquaculture/shrimp industry or seafood processing sector.
• Knowledge of shrimp hatchery/farming inputs, farm equipment, and processing supplies is essential.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Knowledge of aquaculture regulations and quality standards.
• Familiarity with ERP or procurement systems.
• Analytical thinking and strong decision-making ability.