About the role

Job Description: Supply Chain Manager – IVC

Job Title:

Supply Chain Manager – IVC

Location:

Ivory Coast (IVC)

Reporting To:

Chief Sustainability & Strategy Officer (CSSO)

Experience:

8–10 years of relevant experience in supply chain management, responsible sourcing, traceability, or agricultural commodity sourcing, preferably in cocoa, cashew, sesame, or other agri-commodity sectors.

Qualification:

Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Agriculture, Sustainability, Business Administration, or related field.

Language Requirement:

Fluency in English and French is required

Job Purpose

The Supply Chain Manager – IVC will be responsible for implementing and strengthening the company’s Supply Chain Management System (SCMS) in Ivory Coast, ensuring compliance with sustainability commitments, lender Environmental & Social Action Plans (ESAPs), and responsible sourcing requirements.

The role will lead supply chain risk assessments, traceability systems, supplier pre-assessments, deforestation risk mitigation, supplier capacity building, and certification readiness , while ensuring that the sourcing network aligns with the company’s sustainability strategy and ESG commitments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supply Chain Risk Assessment & SCMS Implementation

Lead the implementation of the Supply Chain Management System (SCMS) across sourcing operations in Ivory Coast.
Conduct and regularly update supply chain risk assessments covering environmental, social, traceability, and operational risks.
Identify high-risk suppliers, sourcing regions, and supply chain gaps, and develop mitigation and remediation plans.
Ensure the SCMS aligns with lender requirements, sustainability commitments, and internal ESG frameworks.
Develop implementation timelines and monitor progress against SCMS action plans.

2. Supplier Screening & Due Diligence

Establish and manage supplier pre-assessment and onboarding procedures for suppliers, cooperatives, aggregators, and buying agents.
Conduct supply chain due diligence to evaluate supplier compliance with sustainability, legal, and ethical sourcing standards.
Ensure supplier screening processes address risks related to child labour, deforestation, biodiversity, and labour standards.
Maintain supplier risk profiles and monitor supplier performance improvement plans.

3. Traceability & Chain of Custody Management

Strengthen end-to-end traceability systems for sourced commodities from farm to warehouse.
Ensure chain of custody procedures are effectively implemented and monitored across sourcing channels.
Collaborate with field teams and suppliers to improve origin verification and sourcing transparency.
Support development of digital traceability tools and supplier mapping systems.

4. Deforestation Risk Mitigation

Lead deforestation risk assessments across sourcing landscapes and identify high-risk sourcing zones.
Develop and implement procedures for monitoring deforestation alerts and land-use risks.
Define and enforce no-go / no-deforestation sourcing zones within the sourcing network.
Work with suppliers and field teams to implement zero-deforestation sourcing requirements.
Ensure sourcing practices are aligned with biodiversity protection and responsible land-use commitments.

5. Supplier Capacity Building

Develop and implement supplier training programs on responsible sourcing, traceability, supply chain compliance, and sustainability standards .
Build capacity of cooperatives, suppliers, and local buying agents to improve compliance with SCMS requirements.
Strengthen supplier awareness on environmental and social risks including child labour, deforestation, and responsible sourcing expectations.
Monitor supplier improvement performance and provide technical support where required.

6. Certification & Compliance Readiness

Support preparation for third-party certification audits and supply chain sustainability audits.
Ensure sourcing operations meet certification requirements for traceability, responsible sourcing, and compliance systems.
Coordinate with internal teams to close supply chain compliance gaps identified through audits or assessments.
Maintain required documentation and evidence to demonstrate compliance with supply chain sustainability standards.

7. Monitoring, Reporting & Data Management

Develop dashboards and reports on supply chain risks, supplier compliance, traceability, and SCMS performance .
Track implementation of supply chain corrective actions and ensure timely closure of identified gaps.
Provide periodic reports and updates to the CSSO on supply chain sustainability progress and challenges.
Maintain accurate documentation of risk assessments, supplier evaluations, and remediation actions.

8. Cross-functional Coordination

Work closely with procurement, sustainability, operations, and field teams to integrate SCMS requirements into sourcing processes.
Coordinate with sustainability teams to align supply chain systems with ESG and ESAP commitments.
Support strategic sourcing decisions based on risk assessments and sustainability performance.
Contribute to continuous improvement of supply chain governance frameworks.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of Supply Chain Management Systems (SCMS) and responsible sourcing frameworks
Experience in traceability, supplier due diligence, and sustainability compliance
Knowledge of deforestation risk assessment and zero-deforestation sourcing systems
Familiarity with certification audits and chain of custody requirements
Excellent stakeholder coordination and supplier engagement capability
Ability to work in multi-location sourcing environments

Preferred Requirements

Experience in agri-commodity sourcing (cocoa, cashew, sesame, etc.)
Exposure to ESG / ESAP implementation and lender sustainability requirements
Familiarity with traceability systems, GIS, supplier mapping tools, and certification standards
Experience working in West African agricultural supply chains

Behavioral Competencies

Strong ownership and accountability
Strategic thinking and problem-solving
Proactive and result-oriented approach
Effective communication and stakeholder management