Area Forage ManagerAMO Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited • Nigeria, Nigeria

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Area Forage Manager

AMO Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited • Nigeria, Nigeria

30+ days ago

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Job title : Area Forage Manager

Job Location : Nigeria

Deadline : January 31, 2026

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Job Purpose

To manage and coordinate all forage (grass / feed) production, processing, and distribution activities within a designated area.

The Area Forage Manager ensures that high-quality forage is consistently produced and supplied to meet livestock and pastoralist feed needs.

This role provides technical supervision, field oversight, and operational reporting to support the company's livestock sustainability objectives.

Roles and Responsibilities

Regional Forage Production Coordination :

Plan and oversee forage cultivation and harvesting activities in assigned zones according to the company's production calendar.

Supervise field operations including land preparation, planting, fertilization, irrigation, and pest control.

Monitor crop performance and take corrective actions to ensure target yields and quality.

Ensure efficient use of farm inputs, machinery, and labor.

Forage Processing & Storage Management :

Supervise cutting, drying, baling, and silage-making operations.

Maintain quality control during processing to preserve nutritional value.

Oversee the maintenance and safe operation of forage machinery and equipment.

Manage storage facilities, ensuring proper stacking, labeling, and moisture control.

Distribution & Sales Coordination :

Liaise with Pastoralist Managers, FSRs, and logistics teams to schedule feed distribution to communities and internal users.

Track forage sales within the assigned region and ensure timely delivery to end-users.

Monitor inventory levels and report shortages or surpluses to the Forage Manager.

Farmer and Community Engagement :

Support training sessions for pastoralist and smallholder farmers on forage production, feeding, and conservation practices.

Build relationships with local outgrowers and contract farmers for supplemental forage sourcing.

Collect feedback from pastoralist users on feed quality and service satisfaction.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting :

Collect and analyze field data on yields, production costs, and distribution volumes.

Prepare and submit weekly and monthly activity and performance reports to the Forage Manager.

Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

Team Supervision & Safety Compliance :

Supervise and motivate field teams to meet production and quality targets.

Provide on-the-job training and ensure adherence to safety and operational standards.

Conduct performance monitoring and report staff needs or equipment gaps.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Quantity and quality of forage produced within assigned area

Feed distribution efficiency (delivery time and cost per ton)

Percentage of production targets achieved

Customer (farmer) satisfaction ratings

Adherence to quality, safety, and reporting standards

Equipment uptime and field team productivity

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's Degree or HND in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agricultural Engineering, or Animal Science

5 years of experience in forage production, feed operations, or agricultural field supervision

Hands-on experience managing teams and mechanized field operations

Understanding of irrigation systems, soil management, and silage / hay production techniques

Basic business understanding of cost control and sales operations

Fluency in Hausa and / or Fulfulde is an added advantage

Skills and Competencies :

Strong field operations and supervision skills

Technical knowledge of forage crop management and preservation

Good planning, coordination, and problem-solving abilities

Data collection and reporting proficiency

Team leadership and people management skills

Excellent communication and collaboration

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