Purchasing Executive - Fresh Produce

About the role

Lassana.com is hiring a Purchasing Executive for its HoReCa (Hotel, Restaurant & Catering) fresh produce business, based in Homagama. The role sits in the Procurement team and covers day-to-day purchasing and sourcing of fresh fruits and vegetables, balancing quality, cost efficiency, supplier relationships and procurement standards.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily purchasing and sourcing of fresh fruits and vegetables for HoReCa customers.
• Source produce according to quality, freshness, hygiene, quantity, price and delivery needs.
• Build and maintain relationships with farmers, suppliers and aggregators.
• Obtain quotations, negotiate prices and ensure cost-effective purchasing.
• Coordinate with HoReCa, Operations, Warehouse, Finance and Quality teams for timely fulfillment.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve quality, quantity, pricing and delivery issues.
• Track market prices and look for cost optimization opportunities.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and comply with procurement procedures.
• Support building a reliable and sustainable farmer and supplier network.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Agriculture, Business Management or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, FMCG, fresh produce, agriculture or a related field.
• Experience purchasing fruits, vegetables or other perishables is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Negotiation, analytical and communication skills.
• MS Excel.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration and a professional working environment.
• Exposure to HoReCa and fresh produce procurement.
• Career growth within a diversified group.