Agro Expert – Potatoes Job Tropical Heat
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Tropical Heat is hiring an Agro Expert – Potatoes to manage potato supply chain for crisps production. Role involves managing contract farmers, optimizing agronomy, ensuring quality, and collaborating with procurement and production teams in Nairobi. Requires a Bachelor's in Agronomy, 3+ years experience, and willingness to travel.
- Manage network of contract farmers for high-quality potato supply
- Optimize potato varieties for crisps production
- Conduct field quality checks to meet factory specs
- Collaborate with procurement and production teams
- Requires 3+ years agronomy experience and frequent travel
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Job Title: Agro Expert – Potatoes Date Posted: 10/07/2026 Job Type: Full Time Job Level: Management Employer: Tropical Heat Industry: Agricultural Salary: Open Location: Nairobi Country: Kenya Deadline: 31/07/2026 Summary: Looking for an agricultural Jb in Kenya? Tropical Heat is hiring an Agro Expert – Potatoes skilled in potato agronomy, crop yield optimization, quality control, and supply chain management. About the Company & Role Tropical Heat Group is a leading manufacturer of snacks and spices in East Africa, renowned for delivering high-quality, innovative products that delight consumers across the region. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Agro Expert – Potatoes to strengthen our farm-to-factory supply chain. In this critical role, you will be responsible for ensuring a sustainable, consistent, and high-quality supply of premium potatoes specifically tailored for our crisps production. Key Responsibilities Network & Sourcing Management: Develop, manage, and scale a reliable network of contract farmers and aggregators to secure a high-quality potato supply. Agronomic Optimization: Identify and actively promote potato varieties that yield high dry matter and low sugar content, which are optimal for premium crisps production. Quality Assurance & Field Operations: Conduct rigorous field assessments and quality checks to ensure all harvested potatoes meet exact factory specifications for size, moisture content, and skin quality. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with procurement, quality assurance, and production teams to align agricultural supply schedules seamlessly with our manufacturing needs. Risk Mitigation: Continuously monitor and analyze production trends, farmer performance, and broader market dynamics to proactively mitigate supply chain risks. Qualifications & Skills Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or a closely related field. Experience: A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in a similar agronomy or agricultural supply chain role. Technical Expertise: Deep, specialized understanding of potato agronomy, post-harvest handling, and the specific raw material requirements for crisps-grade production. Standards & Compliance: Strong working knowledge of crop quality standards, Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), and modern traceability systems. Mobility: A high willingness to travel frequently to various farming areas and directly manage field-based operations. How to Apply Click here to apply Browse Related Jobs: Assistant Farm Manager I Job Pwani University Kilifi, Kenya Agribusiness Technical Associate Job EAMDA Nairobi, Kenya Cashew Extension & Aggregation Officer NGO Job OAF,… Breeder Production Farm (Pen) Manager Job Lagos, Nigeria 🎯 Applying for This Job? Don’t Send a Generic CV. Don’t send the same CV to every job/employer. Have our recruitment team customize your CV to match the requirements of this specific job and improve your chances of getting an interview. Customise My CV For This Job . ⭐ 5-Star Reviews . Job Seeker Testimonials: Professionals Who Got Jobs Through Corporate Staffing Since 2011, Kenyan professionals have trusted Corporate Staffing Services to help them secure employment with leading employers in Kenya and beyond. Read testimonials from candidates who have experienced our recruitment process firsthand and successfully gotten hired through our recruitment services. You Could Be Our Next Success Story . Read How They Got Jobs Through Corporate Staffing GET A JOB FASTER! Applying for a Specific Job? Our recruiters will customise your CV to match the employer's requirements so you can get shortlisted. Customise My CV Used AI to Write Your CV but Not Getting Interviews? Get A FREE CV review and CV Upgrade, plus 3 months job search support from our recruitment team. Contact us today for Free CV Review Do You Have An Upcoming Interview? Get assistance from our experienced HR recruiters. Talk to our team for Interview Preparation & Coaching Browse Top Job Categories Accounting Jobs Administration Jobs Audit Jobs Banking Jobs Communication Jobs Credit Control Jobs Customer Service Jobs Director Jobs Driver Jobs Engineer Jobs Finance Jobs Graphic Designer Jobs Health & Safety Jobs Hotel Jobs Human Resource Jobs Information Technology Jobs Internships Jobs Journalism Jobs Legal Jobs Logistics Jobs Media Jobs NGO Jobs Procurement Jobs Public Relations Jobs Quality Control Jobs Quantity Surveyor Jobs Sales & Marketing Jobs Quantity Surveyor Jobs Technician Jobs Tours & Travel Jobs Employer Testimonials Trusted by Leading Employers In Kenya For Recruitment & HR Services. We have recruited for leading organisations in Kenya such as Safaricom Sacco, UN Women, Nivea, Weetabix, Kimfay, Superior Homes, Dominos Pizza. Since 2011 we have supported over 9,000 employers with our recruitment & HR solutions. Read thier experience with us below. Read Employer Testimonials A.I CV Not Getting You Interviews? A.I CV Not Getting You Intervie