Supplier Relationships Manager job at Lafab Solutions

About the Organization

Lafab Solutions, originally registered as Great Uganda Jobs Limited on May 10th, 2017, underwent a transformation on June 1st, 2022, when it rebranded as Lafab Solution Ltd to broaden its market presence. Today, we have emerged as a premier Workforce Services provider, dedicated to assisting organizations in connecting with potential employees, offering workforce flexibility through the provision of temporary and casual workers, facilitating recruitment for full-time employees tailored to address specific customer needs,

Job Description

Our client provides a platform for agricultural aggregation, trading and financing operating in Uganda. Our Client provides a digital platform food system stakeholders connect with each other and to the resources they need to thrive. Grain Buyers and Grain Sellers, Inputs Suppliers and Farmers, Financial Institutions and Borrowers all transact over Our Client to improve their capacity utilization, access to suppliers and access to customers.

Our Client is a joint venture between Star Agri and Asili Agriculture. Star Agri is India's leading post-harvest management solution provider. Asili is Uganda's leading agricultural producer and wholesaler. The two partners have joined forces to leverage their technology, competencies and networks to establish the largest regional platform for grain trade and agriculture financing.

The Purpose of the role
Create and Build sustainable relationships with grain suppliers in Eastern Uganda that ensure efficient supplies to Buyers on the Our Client digital platform

Duties and Responsibilities

Supplier relationship Management: Identify, on board, and manage relationships with Suppliers who will sell raw materials through Our Client.
Loan Preparation: Assess, prepare, and present pre-qualified suppliers for aggregation loans, ensuring all necessary documentation and criteria are met.
Pipeline Development: Build and maintain a robust pipeline of Our Client suppliers, ensuring a steady flow of high-quality suppliers.
Value Proposition Communication: Clearly explain the value proposition of Our Client to potential and existing grain suppliers, highlighting benefits and opportunities.
Loan Terms Explanation: Communicate and explain the terms and conditions oftrader aggregation loans to suppliers, ensuring they have a thorough understanding.
Business Rule Communication: Educate grain suppliers on Our Client business rules, ensuring compliance and understanding of operational procedures.
Supplier On boarding: Guide new suppliers through the on boarding process by explaining Our Client policies, procedures, and pricing structures.
Relationship Management: Manage and nurture the relationship between Our Client and its suppliers, acting as the primary point of contact for any issues or inquiries.
Sales and Contracting: Prepare and manage sales and contracting paperwork for suppliers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Sales Strategy Development: Develop and implement strategies to increase sales volume and supplier engagement on the Our Client platform.
Reporting: Prepare and present detailed reports on sales objectives, outcomes, and supplier performance metrics.
Quality Assurance: Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to the quality of products, maintaining high standards for all transactions.
Order Fulfilment Follow-up: Ensure timely and accurate fulfilment of purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers and internal teams as needed.
Trade Volume Increase: Engage in various activities aimed at increasing the volume of trade transacted on Our Client, including outreach and promotional efforts.
Additional Tasks: Perform various other tasks as assigned by the supervisor to support the overall goals and objectives of Our Client.

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Qualification, Experiences and Competencies

Personal Specification for this Role

Essential

Experience in agricultural supply chain management, preferably in grain trading or related sectors.
Proven track record in supplier relationship management, with a focus on onboarding and maintaining high-quality suppliers.
Strong understanding of financial products and services related to agricultural financing and aggregation.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency in data analysis and reporting to track supplier performance and business outcomes.
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
Desirable
Knowledge of digital platforms for agricultural trading and financing.
Fluency in additional languages relevant to the region (e.g., Swahili).
Competencies for this Role
Supplier Relationship Management
Agricultural Supply Chain Knowledge
Proficiency in financial analysis

Working Conditions

Regular travel within Eastern Uganda and occasional travel within Uganda may be required.
Required to work flexible hours as needed to accommodate supplier schedules and operational demands.
Field -based work with office work flexibility depending on operational requirements.
Exposure to outdoor and agricultural environments during supplier interactions and site visits.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Clear and effective communication skills.
Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms for Our Client and its suppliers
Analytical Thinking
Problem-Solving Ability.
Team Collaboration

Our Client is an equal opportunities employer and seeks to provide equal-opportunity employment to all employees and applicants. Our Client strongly believes in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) within its workforce. At Our Client, diversity refers to all the ways in which we differ. This includes but is not limited to age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion and nationality. Our Client encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply to become part of our organization.
Any candidate offered a job with Our Client will be expected to comply with Our Client’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health and safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols.