Leaf Procurement Specialist

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                       Leaf Procurement Specialist

Position:

The Leaf Procurement Specialist plays a key role in sourcing and purchasing high-quality tobacco leaf, ensuring a reliable supply for production. The role involves working closely with farmers and internal teams, managing inventory, and overseeing processes from contract negotiations to quality inspections. Regular travel to Flue Cured and Burley receiving stations is required to select and purchase the best tobacco for JTI.

Responsibilities

Work with Tobacco Growers

Evaluate and grade growers based on previous crop year results; allocate volumes in line with JTI’s needs

Contact growers to align on upcoming crop plans; prepare and ensure timely signing of contracts (Flue Cured first, then Burley)

Build strong partnerships with farmers and run the Farmer Excellence Program

Support growers with GAP certification and collect required data for the Supply Chain Due Diligence (SCDD) program

Visit farms to monitor crop development and gather market intelligence

Coordinate with the agronomy team to provide technical support when needed

Tobacco Leaf Procurement

Prepare Buying Stations for the season: arrange repairs, certify weights, and ensure buying lines function properly

Share the buying schedule with growers and ensure timely scheduling

Understand and follow required tobacco styles and stalk positions during procurement

Grade tobacco at the Buying Station and work to secure any additional required volume

Troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during the buying process

Assist in recruiting and training seasonal Buying Station staff

Tobacco Leaf Quality Management

Provide regular updates and guidance to the Leaf Director to help meet JTI KPIs

Deliver accurate forecasts on volume variances, considering market trends

Collaborate with growers to address and resolve quality issues

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with local and global Leaf teams to meet procurement and quality objectives

Coordinate with LPI, Leaf Processing, and Blending teams to ensure consistent crop grading

Manage green tobacco logistics in collaboration with the Leaf Operations Services team

Data Management & Reporting

Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, contracts, and inventory

Use internal systems to track and manage inventory levels

Ensure timely and accurate reporting for internal and external stakeholders

Requirements:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

In-depth knowledge of tobacco leaf and product quality

Effective planning and forecasting abilities

Solid business acumen and analytical insights

Understanding of interpersonal dynamics and relationship management

Ability to differentiate colors accurately

Well-developed sense of smell for assessing tobacco quality

 What to expect:

Expect wellbeing initiatives, flexible work arrangements, growth opportunities, and excellent benefits, including a unique family leave policy. For more details on local policies, speak with the Talent Advisor.

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Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

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