Operations Trainee Manager

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Summary: Join ofi's Regional Management Development Program (LATAM) to become a Branch Manager in coffee operations, leading end-to-end management within the agro-industrial sector. Highlights: 1. Fast-track program developing next-generation Branch Managers 2. Accelerated exposure to management, operations, finance, trading & leadership 3. Lead a high-impact agro-industrial business in dynamic coffee regions **Join ofi (Olam Food Ingredients) – Regional Management Development Program LATAM** ofi (Olam Food Ingredients) is looking for high\-potential talent to join our **Regional Management Development Program (LATAM)** — an intensive and fast\-track program designed to develop the next generation of **Branch Managers** within our coffee operations. This program offers accelerated exposure to **management, operations, finance, trading, and leadership** within the agro\-industrial sector, with opportunities across multiple countries in Latin America. **Role Overview (Final Position: Branch Manager – Coffee)** You will be responsible for the **end\-to\-end management of coffee operations in\-country**, including procurement, processing, quality, logistics, and exports. This role provides a unique opportunity to lead a high\-impact agro\-industrial business in one of the most dynamic coffee regions in the world. **Key Responsibilities** * Design, implement, and execute the country\-level coffee procurement strategy aligned with business objectives * Optimize processing and quality resources to drive efficiency and minimize losses * Support infrastructure development to meet operational volume requirements * Ensure strict compliance with internal processes, policies, and systems * Manage direct and indirect costs within approved budgets * Oversee counterparty and credit risk in both purchasing and sales * Lead and develop high\-performing teams aligned with business strategy * Provide timely market intelligence to support trading decisions and positioning * Manage relationships with regulatory authorities for permits and compliance * Build capabilities and strengthen team competencies **Additional Responsibilities** * Negotiate and develop business relationships with coffee producers * Lead commercial contract negotiations * Integrate and manage the agro\-industrial value chain (farm to processing/export) * Conduct market and financial analysis * Coordinate logistics from origin to processing facilities or export ### **Requirements** **Education** * Bachelor’s degree (required) * Master’s degree or MBA (preferred) * Preferred fields: Agronomy (with commercial focus), Agribusiness, Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, or related analytical/commercial disciplines **Experience** * 3–4 years of professional experience (post\-graduation) * Experience in multinational companies, exporters, agroindustry, commodities, operations, or related fields is highly valued **Language** * Advanced English (mandatory) **Key Competencies** * Entrepreneurial mindset * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Commercial acumen and negotiation skills * Ability to work in multicultural environments * Strong organizational skills, discipline, and self\-motivation * Leadership potential and ambition to take on managerial roles * Analytical thinking and decision\-making capability * Results\-oriented with strong attention to detail * Strategic mindset with team management capability **Additional Requirements** * Availability for national and international travel * Willingness to relocate across cities or countries * Strong interest in building a career in agroindustry / food ingredients **Ready to build a global career with ofi?** Apply through this post and take the next step toward a **leadership role in a global agribusiness company**.