For our group company, Ibero Uganda Limited, we are looking for a Coffee Sourcing Manager.
The position will be based in Kampala, Uganda and reports directly to the Head of Procurement.

Your responsibilities

• Strategic Procurement Planning:
  Collaborate with the Head of Procurement to develop and implement seasonal coffee buying strategies aligned with market trends, crop forecasts, and company goals.
• Operational Execution:
  Ensure timely procurement of FAQ coffee in required volumes, maintaining quality standards and cost efficiency.
• Supplier & Network Management:
  Build and manage relationships with suppliers, cooperatives, and buying stations. Monitor performance, compliance, and capacity to meet procurement targets.
• Price Setting & Market Intelligence:
  Lead the process of purchase price setting in coordination with management, based on market dynamics, crop estimates, and competitor activity.
• Crop Analytics & Forecasting:
  Drive data collection and analysis on crop yields, quality, and regional performance to inform procurement decisions and strategic planning.
• Delivery & Logistics Oversight:
  Coordinate with logistics teams and suppliers to ensure smooth and timely delivery of procured coffee to designated warehouses or processing facilities.
• Compliance & Documentation:
  Ensure all procurement activities adhere to internal policies and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate records and audit trails.

Your profile​

Proficient in English and any other local languages.

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Business Administration, Agriculture, Agronomy, or a related field.
• Proven experience in coffee sourcing, with strong knowledge of both Robusta and Arabica varieties.
• Demonstrated ability to work in remote and rural environments; mobile and flexible to field-based operations.
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to build trust and rapport with suppliers and partners.
• Proficiency in local languages and cultural fluency in coffee-growing regions.
• Analytical mindset with experience in crop forecasting, market analysis, and data-driven decision-making.
• High level of integrity, ownership, and accountability in managing procurement processes.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with procurement systems and basic financial principles is an added advantage.
• High level of personal integrity and empathy.
• Attention to Detail
• High resilience, reliability as well as ability to manage deadlines.
• Effective Team work and coordination
• Problem solving
• Proactiveness
• Our staff appreciates
• International: Working in an international atmosphere in a growing and progressive company
• Flexibility: Flexible working hours including a mobile work option