Account Manager (RB - 04072025 - FTAM)

Position: Account Manager (Agricultural Sect)

Number of hours: 40 hours/week

Schedule: EST

• Act as the primary liaison between buyers and internal teams to manage procurement of agricultural products (e.g., grains, seeds, produce, etc.)
• Understand buyer needs and product specifications to provide tailored procurement solutions.
• Coordinate with the logistics team to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods.
• Track, update, and manage order statuses, delivery schedules, and potential delays.
• Analyze purchasing trends and provide strategic recommendations for contract improvements or volume commitments.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key clients to drive retention and account growth.
• Assist with pricing strategies, RFQs, and contract negotiations in alignment with company goals.
• Ensure full compliance with local and international procurement regulations.
• Work closely with inventory, warehousing, and finance departments to ensure smooth fulfillment and billing processes.
• Report regularly on account performance, market trends, and forecasts.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Agriculture, Business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in account management, procurement, or logistics, ideally in the agricultural commodities sector.
• Strong knowledge of procurement procedures, commodity trading, and logistics coordination.
• Excellent relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with import/export processes, Incoterms, and commodity pricing trends.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient in using procurement and CRM software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Salesforce).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Skills (Not Required but a Plus)

• Experience working with international buyers or cross-border logistics.
• Knowledge of agricultural seasonality and sourcing cycles.
• Understanding of sustainability and traceability in agri-supply chains.