Area Agri. Sourcing Manager

Position Snapshot

Company: Nestlé Pakistan

Location: Faisalabad – Punjab, Pakistan

Job Type: Full-time

Qualification: University degree or equivalent in Agriculture, Veterinary, Animal Husbandry or Agronomy

Experience: Preferably (2-3) years’ experience in dairy / Agronomy sector

Position Summary

Responsible for fresh milk & agri. raw materials sourcing to achieve business targets through implementation of good farm & sustainable agriculture practices.

A day in the life of…

• Driving agriculture extension and development activities in the region
• Achieving business results through sourcing
• Development of sustainable direct source in the region
• Acting as an advisor and subject matter expert to guide suppliers on modern farming techniques to enhance productivity, quality and profitability.
• Supporting Regional Agri Sourcing Manager in developing strategies for fresh milk/agri. raw materials
• Collaborating with Farmers, Government officials, NGO’s and other organizations for the development of farmer & livestock
• Coaching, training & development of farmers/MSAs • Ensuring implementation of Nestlé initiatives in sourcing of fresh milk/Agri raw material.

What will make you successful.

• Understanding and appreciation dynamics of rural societies, their development, and raw material production systems
• Knowledge of fodder production including varieties & costs
• Knowledge and understanding of modern dairy and agriculture farms’ management.
• Adequate knowledge and understanding of risk assessment, food safety, hygiene and quality assurance, sustainability of raw material production.

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