OUTSIDE GROWER RELATIONS MANAGER

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TITLE : OUTSIDE GROWER RELATIONS MANAGER

LOCATION : LAMONT, CA

COMPENSATION : $90,000 - $145,000 / YEAR

PURPOSE :

This position represents Grimmway Farms to outside (contracted) growers and assists in procuring acres, carrot production, coordinating planting and harvesting. This position serves as a liaison between contracted growers and the Grimmway Sales, Production and Grower Accounting Departments.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Coordinate the growing and harvesting of carrots.
• Submit crop estimates and recruit new growers at the direction of Sales and Production Departments.
• Ensure accurate projections and harvest scheduling.
• Ensure harvest timing optimization for maximum quality and yield.
• Daily travel required within Kern and other carrot production regions.
• Interact with other department managers and staff to facilitate the coordination of work.
• Responsible for securing contracts with growers, along with GAP worksheets and Compliance Agreements.
• Remote data entry may be required.
• Adhere to all regulatory and safety guidelines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Ability to continuously work outdoors all day in various and sometimes extreme weather conditions. Ability to inspect equipment and product. Ability to continuously work with product and equipment at ground level. Ability to work on uneven terrain both on foot and while aboard moving equipment. Ability to get on and off various stationary and moving equipment. Must be able to move items weighing up to 50 lbs.

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