Cocoa Sourcing Manager (Full-Time)

Location: Accra, Ghana
Company: Fairafric
Application Deadline: 30 May 2026

Company Profile

Fairafric is a purpose-driven chocolate company committed to producing high-quality chocolate directly in Ghana. By sourcing cocoa responsibly and manufacturing locally, Fairafric creates sustainable economic impact, supports farmer livelihoods, and promotes ethical value chains within the cocoa industry.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Cocoa Sourcing Manager to lead our sourcing operations in Ghana. The successful candidate will ensure a reliable supply of high-quality cocoa beans while upholding Fairafric’s ethical, sustainable, and traceable sourcing standards. This role requires strong stakeholder engagement, market insight, and supply chain expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Source high-quality cocoa that meets Fairafric’s ethical and sustainability standards.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with production requirements.
• Monitor market trends, crop forecasts, and pricing to inform procurement decisions.
• Identify, onboard, and manage relationships with farmers, cooperatives, and aggregators to ensure a consistent and sustainable supply.
• Ensure compliance with quality, certification, traceability, and ethical sourcing standards in collaboration with internal teams.
• Negotiate supplier contracts, manage sourcing budgets, and optimize procurement costs, logistics, and transportation.
• Drive sustainable sourcing initiatives, ensuring full traceability and contributing to environmental and social impact projects.
• Engage cocoa-growing communities and industry stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and improve farmer welfare.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, including the Ghana Cocoa Board and Licensed Buying Companies, ensuring adherence to national policies.
• Maintain accurate sourcing data and prepare reports on volumes, quality, costs, and supplier performance.

What We Are Looking For

• Demonstrate strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Apply analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities to sourcing challenges.
• Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Uphold a high level of integrity and ethical conduct.
• Work independently while making sound strategic decisions.
• Show a proactive, adaptable, and results-driven mindset.
• Lead effectively while collaborating within cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
• Proven track record in cocoa sourcing, agribusiness procurement, or commodity trading.
• Strong experience in farmer engagement and supply chain operations.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Cocoa Sector Knowledge: Strong understanding of Ghana’s cocoa value chain and regulatory environment.
• Value Chain Experience: Experience working with farmer cooperatives, Licensed Buying Companies, and regulators.
• Sustainable Sourcing: Knowledge of certification standards and ethical sourcing practices.
• Negotiation: Strong contract negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Data Analysis: Ability to analyze sourcing data and produce actionable insights.
• Planning & Logistics: Expertise in supply chain planning and coordination.

How to Apply

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