Operations Lead (Agriculture) at Tree Top Consulting

Position Overview

A reputable organization seeks an experienced and detail-oriented Agro-Commodity Operations Lead to oversee the end-to-end operations of the commodity value chain. This role involves managing sourcing, logistics, warehousing, quality control, and documentation processes to ensure smooth, efficient, and compliant movement of agricultural commodities from farm gate to market (local and export).

Reporting To: General Manager

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain & Operations Management

• Oversee daily operations across procurement, processing, warehousing, and distribution of agro commodities
• Manage logistics planning, including transport scheduling, route optimization, and delivery tracking
• Ensure timely execution of export/import processes in compliance with regulations

Sourcing & Procurement Support

• Work with procurement teams to manage farmer and supplier relationships
• Monitor commodity availability, pricing trends, and market demand
• Support aggregation and bulk purchasing strategies

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure all commodities meet company and international quality standards
• Supervise grading, cleaning, packaging, and storage procedures
• Monitor compliance with health, safety, and agricultural regulations

People & Process Leadership

• Lead and coordinate field operations staff, warehouse teams, and logistics partners
• Train, mentor, and monitor team performance
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for operational efficiency

Reporting & Analytics

• Maintain accurate records of inventory, shipments, and transactions
• Prepare operational reports, including cost analysis, loss prevention, and process improvements
• Track KPIs related to supply chain performance and operational efficiency

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field
• Minimum experience as specified by the employer