AAA Growers is one of the leading exporters of premium & prepared vegetables from Kenya and the largest commercial grower and exporter of chillies from Kenya. We aim to provide quality products which redefine what innovative, healthy and delicious vegetables should be.

Job objective

As a Senior Packaging Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring efficient management of all packaging related activities. Your primary responsibility will be to oversee the coordination of packaging supplies, manage packaging in and out processes, and maintain accurate administrative records. If you have a keen eye for detail, exceptional organizational skills, and a passion for ensuring smooth operations, we want to hear from you!

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Coordinate packaging stock and internal requisitions from all farms on a weekly basis.
• Prepare a comprehensive schedule for packaging requirements, ensuring accurate quantities.
• Coordinate packaging orders to farms and manage movement between all sites.
• Conduct periodic analysis of packaging usage and address any discrepancies with relevant managers.
• Ensure optimal levels of packaging stock are maintained and manage slow-moving or obsolete items.
• Monitor the turnaround time for new packaging orders and address any delays.
• Raise Purchase Orders (LPOs) for packaging and follow up on approval.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of packaging orders.
• Ensure prompt updating of packaging details in the inventory system and generation of Goods Received Notes (GRNs).
• Provide instructions for packaging dispatch and ensure timely delivery notes are sent to recipients.
• Verify the generation of system delivery notes and ensure prompt scanning to packhouses.
• Ensure GRNs for dispatched packaging are accurately posted in the system by recipients.
• Oversee the filing of GRNs from farm sites and plan periodic or unannounced stock counts.
• Assist the Head of Imports with managing stocks of imported packaging.
• Monitor and ensure optimal performance of the data clerk and store in-charge.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3 – 5yrs experience in packaging coordination or a similar role, preferably in the agricultural industry.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management systems and procurement processes.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks accordingly.
• Proficient Computer skills in MS Office applications, particularly with Excel.
• Report writing skills.