Job Description
FERTILIZER PROCUREMENT ASSOCIATE
About One Acre Fund
One Acre Fund has been transforming African agriculture since 2006, partnering with 5.5 million smallholder farmers across nine countries to unlock farm productivity and build lasting prosperity. The organization delivers a comprehensive suite of agricultural solutions including premium farm inputs, tree seedlings, flexible financing options, cutting-edge agronomic training, and tailored support services. Farmers working with One Acre Fund typically see their income and assets grow by over 35 percent while building stronger, more resilient operations. A dedicated team of 9,000+ full-time professionals from varied backgrounds and expertise drives this impact every single day.
About the Role
One Acre Fund is looking for a driven Supply Chain professional to own fertilizer procurement operations, ensuring the organization sources quality inputs at competitive costs while maintaining dependable delivery schedules. You will drive operational excellence by leading a talented team, making decisions grounded in solid data, and executing high-impact initiatives that strengthen the entire procurement function.
Key Responsibilities
You will manage the complete fertilizer procurement cycle, overseeing supplier relationships, managing inventory flows, negotiating contracts, and ensuring seamless coordination between supply and field operations. You will develop procurement strategies that balance cost efficiency with quality standards, analyze market trends and supplier performance, lead your team to hit targets consistently, and collaborate across departments to align procurement with broader organizational goals.