Field Agent Role at Welcome2Africa

Job Overview

Location
Lagos, FCT
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
11 months ago

Additional Details

Job ID
121106
Job Views
52

Job Description






 Job Summary: 




  • Welcome2Africa International is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Field Agent to work in the agro-allied industry, specifically focusing on cocoa production. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing cocoa nibs, cocoa beans, cocoa pods, and cocoa shells from farmers in cocoa-producing states, building a robust network of suppliers, and ensuring a steady supply chain for our trade and investment operations. The Field Agent will play a critical role in strengthening our presence in the cocoa industry and ensuring the quality and reliability of our suppliers.



Job Description 



Field Operations




  • Travel to cocoa-producing states to meet with farmers and cooperatives. 

  • Identify and establish relationships with farmers who can supply cocoa nibs, cocoa beans, cocoa pods, and cocoa shells. 

  • Conduct field assessments to evaluate the quality and quantity of cocoa nibs, cocoa beans, cocoa pods, and cocoa shells available. 



Supplier Network Development: 




  • Build and maintain a network of reliable suppliers of cocoa nibs, cocoa beans, cocoa pods, and cocoa shells. 

  • Negotiate pricing and terms of supply with farmers and suppliers. 

  • Ensure compliance with company standards and ethical sourcing practices. 



Market Intelligence: 




  • Gather market intelligence on cocoa production trends, pricing, and supply chain dynamics, with a focus on cocoa nibs, cocoa beans, cocoa pods, and cocoa shells. 

  • Monitor competitor activities and identify opportunities for improvement. 



Reporting and Documentation: 




  • Maintain accurate records of supplier interactions, agreements, and transactions. 

  • Provide regular reports on field activities, supplier performance, and market conditions, including insights on cocoa nibs, cocoa beans, cocoa pods, and cocoa shells. 



Collaboration: 




  • Work closely with the procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of sourced materials. 

  • Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition Specialist to identify and onboard new field agents as needed.



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