- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Supply Chain Management or a related field. Substantial relevant field experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications.
- Minimum 5 years of practical soybean or agricultural commodity buying experience*, preferably at least 2 years in Northern Ghana.
- Demonstrable hands-on experience purchasing certified organic soybeans is strongly preferred.
- Established relationships with soybean farmers, organic farmer groups, cooperatives and aggregators in Northern Ghana.
- Good understanding of organic certification, traceability and segregation requirements.
- Solid practical knowledge of soybean quality assessment, weighing, grading, pricing and logistics.
- Proven negotiation skills and the ability to independently execute field purchases.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and basic procurement reporting.
- Willingness to travel extensively to farming communities and procurement centres.
- Good command of English; knowledge of local Northern Ghanaian languages is an advantage.
Preferred candidate profile
- Have personally handled substantial volumes of soybean purchases during previous harvesting seasons.
- Have an existing network of certified organic soybean growers and suppliers.
- Know the major soybean-producing and aggregation areas of Northern Ghana.
- Can independently source, negotiate, inspect, purchase and arrange delivery of soybeans.
- Are commercially sharp, trustworthy, results-oriented and comfortable working in the field rather than only from an office.
*Candidates with direct organic soybean buying experience and an established supplier network will receive preference.