Job Title: Senior Regional Sourcing Manager, Duc Trong
Availability: Immediate
Location: Duc Trong, Lam Dong Province
About DHF Platforms
DHF Platforms is a pioneering B2B agri-tech ecosystem transforming fresh produce supply chains in Asia. We work directly with smallholder farmers to reduce food waste, increase yield and crop quality, and deliver safe, traceable, value-added produce. By combining high-quality farm inputs with AI-driven digital tools, we help farmers grow smarter, earn more, and farm more sustainably.
We are a proud alumni of the GROW Accelerator Program. Watch our pitch: LinkedIn Video
Responsibilities: As the Head of Sourcing, you will oversee and lead all sourcing operations, building and managing a reliable network of smallholder farms to ensure consistent supply, quality, and sustainability. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Farm Network Development
- Lead the development and management of a strong, loyal supplier base of smallholder farms in Lam Dong and other regions.
- Establish long-term, trust-based relationships with farmers, providing them with DHF proprietary seeds, fertilizers, and agronomy support.
- Negotiate supply agreements to ensure stable pricing, consistent volume, and quality assurance.
Supply Planning & Procurement
- Forecast and manage raw material demand aligned with production and sales requirements.
- Ensure supply security by diversifying sourcing regions and crops to mitigate seasonal or climate risks.
- Optimize procurement processes to reduce raw material costs while maintaining high quality.
Standards & Compliance
- Work closely with the Quality team to ensure all farms comply with DHF Platforms’ quality standards and certification requirements such as VietGAP, USDA Organic, GlobalGAP, etc.
- Collaborate with farmers to implement sustainable and efficient farming practices that improve yield and reduce waste.
- Oversee sourcing compliance with food safety regulations and industry standards.
Team Leadership & Operations
- Recruit, train, and lead field agents and regional sourcing managers to effectively manage farmer relationships and ensure operational excellence.
- Set clear performance KPIs for sourcing teams, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.
- Provide market intelligence on crop trends, farmer economics, and supply chain risks.
Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support
- Partner with Quality, Production, and Sales to align supply with business demand and customer requirements.
- Support the development of DHF’s Crop-IQ app and other digital tools to enhance farm data collection, traceability, and farmer engagement.
- Work with the Operations and R&D teams to explore new crops and expand DHF’s product portfolio.
About You
To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and characteristics:
- Minimum 7 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or agronomy, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Strong background in horticulture, crop science, or fresh produce sourcing.
- Deep knowledge of Vietnam’s agricultural landscape, especially Lam Dong Province.
- Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
- Independent, entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to lead teams and build scalable sourcing models.
- Excellent communication in both English and Vietnamese.
- Deep knowledge of best practices in VietGAP, Vietnam Certified Organic (VCO), USDA, Organic EU, and GlobalGAP (nice to have).
- Knowledge about HACCP, ISO and higher standards (nice to have).
- Passionate about developing smallholder farmers in Vietnam, and bringing high quality fresh produce to market.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience, including 13th month salary and KPI based bonus
- Opportunity to grow in the role
- 1 annual comprehensive checkup per year
- Company outing once a year
Join our team and be a part of our exciting journey in the fresh produce industry. Contact [email protected].