Overview
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.
Additional Info
JOB QUALIFICATIONS :
Four-year Bachelor’s degree or equivalent field experience preferredMust demonstrate knowledge of scheduling and executing crop inputs including, but not limited to, planting, cultivation, fertilization, irrigation, harvesting and productionPrevious carrot growing experience preferredAbility to forecast harvest estimates and qualityExperienced in reporting, standardization and analysisMust possess effective communication skills with all levels of staffMust have good organization skills and be self-motivatedMust be able to travel to all growing areas on a regular basisMust have a valid driver’s license with a clean DMV driving recordMust pass pre-placement drug / alcohol screen, physical and functional capacity evaluationBenefits
ADMINISTRATIVE EMPLOYEES :
Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision401k plan with a discretionary match, subject to a vesting schedulePaid Sick, Vacation, Holiday Time and Personal HoursEmployee Vehicle Purchase / Lease ProgramsSubsidized gym membership with InShape health clubsFree on-site personal training and other wellness-focused activities at company gymTuition discount partnership program with University of La VerneDiscounted tickets to major theme parks throughout CaliforniaWork life balanceOptions
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