Job Description
- The Supply Chain Manager will ensure the seamless flow of inputs and products across Pullus’ farmer and customer network.
- This includes managing logistics, inventory, and distribution to guarantee efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and reliability. The role is critical to aligning production cycles with market demand, reducing wastage, and ensuring Pullus delivers at scale.
Key Responsibilities
Logistics & Distribution:
- Supervise Logistics Officers to coordinate farm pickups, processing schedules, and customer deliveries.
- Negotiate and manage relationships with transport providers.
- Monitor cost per kg for distribution and optimize routes
Inventory Management:
- Supervise Inventory Officers to maintain accurate stock records.
- Reconcile incoming farm collections, processing outputs, and customer dispatches.
- Ensure systems track availability in real time.
Supply & Demand Alignment:
- Work with Sales to align customer orders with available stock.
- Coordinate with Extension/Procurement teams for timely input flow to farmers.
Technology & Reporting:
- Use ERP/digital dashboards to track inventory, movement, and KPIs.
- Provide timely supply chain performance reports to management.
Risk & Compliance:
- Identify and mitigate risks such as delays, shortages, or breakdowns in logistics.
- Ensure safety and regulatory compliance in transportation and storage handovers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field Master’s/MBA is an advantage.
- 7–10 years’ progressive experience in supply chain leadership, preferably in agribusiness or FMCG.
- Proven expertise in procurement, logistics, inventory, and financial models that support supply chain operations.
- Strong knowledge of cold chain management, distribution, and agricultural value chains.
- Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, and team leadership skills.
- Strong expertise in logistics and inventory systems ERP/digital tools.
