[Remote] Supply Chain Manager (Agriculture / Grower Relations)

Note:The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Talent Flare is partnering with Forney Enterprises, a leading kava manufacturing and export company, to find a strategic Supply Chain Manager. The role focuses on ensuring a sustainable supply of raw materials, particularly kava, while enhancing partnerships with local farmers and overseeing compliance with safety standards. Responsibilities• Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with company goals and sustainability initiatives.• Oversee raw material procurement, focusing on kava sourcing, quality control, and supplier relationships. • Conduct farm visits to assess soil quality, cultivation practices, and compliance with sourcing standards. • Lead farmer engagement through roundtable meetings, promoting best practices and sustainable methods. • Manage warehouse operations, ensuring accurate inventory management, storage, and dispatch. • Provide leadership to Procurement Field Officers and Warehouse Supervisor. • Collaborate with QA, Finance, HR, and Logistics teams to achieve business targets.• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies across procurement and logistics. • Drive continuous improvement through monitoring, analysis, and process optimisation. • Ensure compliance with food safety, GMP, and SQF certification standards. Skills• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Agriculture, Business, or equivalent experience. • 5+ years’ experience in supply chain, procurement, or agricultural sourcing (food or agribusiness preferred). • Knowledge of kava farming practices, soil quality, and agricultural supply chains (highly desirable).• Strong background in supplier engagement, contract management, and risk management. • Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional teams. • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build trusted farmer and supplier partnerships. • Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and rural development initiatives. Benefits• Competitive remuneration package offered• Relocation support available for the right candidateCompany Overview• Talent Flare Pioneering RaaS (Recruitment as a Service) - respecting your time, only charging for ours.Saving you huge recruitment $$! It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in Melbourne, Victoria, AU, with a workforce of 2-10 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job