Purchasing & Research Analyst - Entry Level
Core
Identify and verify agricultural farm sources, monitor commodity market prices, and support strategic sourcing decisions for a QSR's direct farmer engagement program.
Role type
Entry-level purchasing and research analyst (agricultural supply chain)
Builds
Reliable supply of agricultural products for a QSR chain
Domain
Agriculture, Procurement, Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Research and analytical skills, Knowledge of agricultural supply chains, Vendor sourcing and procurement understanding, Microsoft Excel and reporting skills, Attention to detail
Preferred skills
Familiarity with agricultural procurement, Farm sourcing, Commodity trading, Supply chain research
Responsibilities
Identify potential farms, cooperatives, and agricultural suppliers; Monitor market prices for agricultural commodities; Assist procurement teams in vendor selection; Communicate with farmers and rural suppliers; Generate weekly/monthly sourcing and market reports
Seniority
Entry Level, Graduate