Assistant Manager/Manager - Operations

Job Title: Assistant Manager/Manager – Operations

Location: Nigeria, Africa
Employment Type: FullTime

About Agrizy:
Founded in 2021 by Vicky Dodani and Saket Chirania, Agrizy is a Series A funded tech-led CRDMO for global Food & Beverage (F&B) and Wellness brands. The company acts as an end-to-end backend catalyst across the product lifecycle from concept ideation and R&D-led formulation development to ingredient sourcing, manufacturing, and global fulfilment helping brands accelerate new product development, reduce cost-to-market, and scale existing lines with speed, consistency, and compliance. By integrating GenAI capabilities, in-house R&D, tech-enabled quality systems, and processing infrastructure, Agrizy is building a scalable, intelligence-led backbone for the global F&B and Wellness industry. Today, Agrizy partners with 300+ global F&B and wellness brands across 20+ countries and is backed by leading investors including Omnivore, Accion, Ankur Capital, Capria and Thai Wah Ventures.

Role Overview:
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Manager/Manager – Operations to manage and oversee day-to-day operational activities in Nigeria. The candidate will be responsible for coordinating with suppliers, monitoring inventory and commodity movement, ensuring timely deliveries and shipments, and managing operational documentation. The role requires strong knowledge of agricultural commodities, particularly spices, along with effective stakeholder management and coordination skills.

Key Responsibilities:
● Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods as per agreed schedules.
● Ensure proper stacking, labelling, handling, and storage of all commodities and materials.
● Maintain accurate and real-time inventory records, including inward, outward, and stock movement.
● Conduct physical verification and inspection of goods and submit detailed reports on findings.
● Coordinate with customs agents, shipping lines, and freight forwarders to ensure timely shipment and dispatch of goods.
● Travel across different sourcing locations and origins for the inspection and dispatch of agricultural commodities.
● Ensure suppliers provide all required commercial and regulatory documentation as per company guidelines.
● Coordinate the timely submission and dispatch of documents to banks and other relevant offices.
● Monitor operational activities and proactively resolve day-to-day supplier and logistics-related issues.
● Prepare and share regular MIS reports on inventory, procurement, shipments, and operational activities. 
● Coordinate with internal stakeholders, particularly the Category Head and Operations team, to ensure smooth business operations.
● Identify operational challenges, analyse issues, and implement effective solutions to improve process efficiency.

Skills & Qualifications:
● Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field.
● 3–5 years of overall relevant work experience in operations, supply chain, commodity handling, or logistics.
● Good understanding of agricultural commodities, particularly spices and raw cashew nuts, in African markets.
● Knowledge of inventory management, stock verification, warehousing, and commodity handling.
● Understanding of shipping documentation, customs procedures, freight forwarding, and export/import processes.
● Strong stakeholder management, supplier coordination, and negotiation skills.
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle conflicts and manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
● Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
● Ability to work independently, take ownership of operational activities, and manage multiple priorities.
● Willingness to travel across different sourcing locations as required. 

Why Join Agrizy?
● Innovative Environment: Be a part of a forward-thinking company in the exciting AgTech space.
● Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of agrifood processing.
● Growth Opportunities: At Agrizy, we prioritize employee development and growth. We encourage individual success along with the organization.
● Inclusive Culture: We are an inclusive and diverse team, where every individual’s voice is heard and valued.

Our Core Values:
At Agrizy, our core values define who we are and how we work:
● Ownership: We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes, empowering every team member to drive results and lead their success.
● Passion: We are deeply passionate about innovation and sustainability, continuously striving to solve the toughest challenges in agrifood processing.
● Impact: Our work creates meaningful change, making a real difference in the world around.
● Collaboration: We believe in the power of working together, fostering an open, supportive environment where diverse perspectives lead to success.