Procurement and Farmer Development Officer

About the role

Lassana .com (Pvt) Ltd, a fresh produce and HoReCa business based in Dambulla, is looking for a Procurement and Farmer Development Officer. The company's purpose is to make fresh, safe and hygienic fruits and vegetables affordable and accessible to all, while helping farmers earn a living through a sustainable and responsible approach.

Key responsibilities

• Build long-term relationships with local farmers and farmer organisations to secure a steady supply of high-quality fruits and vegetables.
• Monitor market trends, weather conditions and crop cycles to anticipate price changes and harvest availability.
• Give farmers technical advice on good agricultural practices, post-harvest handling and quality standards.
• Coordinate training programmes and capacity-building workshops for farmer development.
• Ensure ethical and transparent procurement with full traceability.
• Work with logistics, quality control and central procurement teams to keep operations running smoothly.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement, farmer engagement and pricing data.

Required profile

• Degree or diploma in Agriculture, Agribusiness or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in procurement or agriculture extension work.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work closely with farming communities.
• Ability to work independently in remote, rural areas; a valid motorcycle licence is preferred.

Required skills

• Sound knowledge of seasonal crop cycles, regional farming practices and pricing dynamics.
• Desire to make a positive impact in the farmer community.

What we offer

• Competitive salary, performance-based incentives and medical insurance.
• A learning environment within a fast-growing e-commerce company, with career development prospects.