Fruits Sourcing Associate – Swat (Contractual)

About the role

The Fruits Sourcing Associate will support sustainable fruit procurement by building strong partnerships with orchard farmers in Swat. You will promote Good Agricultural Practices, drive orchard development, and provide market intelligence to ensure a reliable, high‑quality fruit supply for Nestlé.

Key responsibilities

• Advise orchard farmers on GAP to improve fruit quality, productivity and sustainability.
• Develop and maintain relationships with farmers, suppliers and stakeholders to secure a reliable fruit base.
• Identify and develop new orchards to support long‑term procurement strategies.
• Monitor market dynamics, crop conditions and pricing trends to deliver accurate intelligence.
• Conduct sustainability assessments, support emission‑reduction plans and water‑conservation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, regulatory and WHO/Local Code requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet sourcing targets and maintain documentation.

Required profile

• University or technical degree in Agronomy, Food Sciences, Agriculture or related field.
• Hands‑on experience working with farmers, agricultural projects or rural communities.
• Knowledge of GAP, food safety, quality standards and sustainable agriculture practices.
• Strong communication, stakeholder‑management and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently, uphold compliance and deliver practical solutions.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• Reporting tools