Research Analyst – Farm Produce

🏢 The Place · 📍 Lagos

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About the role

The Place is recruiting a Research Analyst to support better purchasing and operational decisions around farm produce. The position is based in Lagos and combines research, field information, data analysis and practical business support. The successful candidate will collect and interpret information on commodities such as pepper, tomatoes, onions and other produce, then turn that information into useful insights for purchasing and operations. A major part of the work involves studying the relationship between fresh farm produce quantities and the final dehydrated output, including practical ratios that can help the business plan purchases and production more accurately. Knowledge of post-harvest handling, drying methods and moisture management is important because the role connects agricultural inputs with food-processing outcomes. Experience with solar, gas, biomass or industrial dehydration methods can be useful. The analyst may work with teams across marketing, product development, business operations and finance, so clear communication and the ability to explain findings are important. The role also requires flexibility because travel may sometimes be necessary. Candidates should be analytical, disciplined, accountable and able to work independently while contributing to a wider team. The listed qualification is BA/BSc/HND with 1–2 years of relevant experience.

How to apply: Apply through the listing's application route before the deadline.

Responsibilities

• Research, collect, analyze and interpret data on farm produce.
• Optimize practical ratios between raw produce and dehydrated output.
• Support business decisions using research findings.
• Apply knowledge of post-harvest handling, drying technologies and moisture management.
• Work across relevant departments and travel when required.

Requirements

• BA/BSc/HND.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with pepper, tomatoes, onions, spices or similar crops is an advantage.
• Knowledge of post-harvest handling and drying technologies.
• Understanding of quality assurance and food safety.
• Strong mathematical, critical-thinking and communication skills.
• Applicant tip: Applicant tip: Highlight any experience involving stock records, food products, data collection, purchasing or inventory analysis.
• Applicant tip: Applicant tip: If you have worked with spreadsheets or operational reports, mention the type of information you analyzed.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to food-production and purchasing decisions
• Cross-functional exposure

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