Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

We are Neumann Kaffee Gruppe. And we love coffee.

For us at Neumann Kaffee Gruppe (NKG), everything revolves around coffee. As a globally active green coffee service group, our more than 3,300 employees in 28 countries work with dedication for and with green coffee, which is always the focus of our services along the entire coffee supply chain. Our fields of work are just as diverse as our employees and we are proud to live this diversity.

Ibero Uganda Ltd. (Ibero) is a company of the Neumann Kaffee Gruppe and one of the leading exporters of high-quality coffee, with warehouses and processing facilities in Kampala and out-stations in all coffee-growing regions of Uganda. Ibero Uganda has been working towards better integration in the local market and has become a professional, long-term, and trusted business partner towards its suppliers and customers. Our commitment to developing the Ugandan coffee industry is unwavering, and we are proud of our positive contribution to the industry.

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.

Responsibilities or duties

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.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• 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

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Our staff appreciates

International: Working in an international atmosphere in a growing and progressive company

Flexibility: Flexible working hours including a mobile work option

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

• Proficiency in English and any other local languages.
• 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

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Business Administration, Agriculture, Agronomy, or a related field.
• Proven experience in coffee sourcing.