Job Description:
We are looking for a passionate individual with strong small and large farmer connections, deep ties and knowledge of the Produce Industry to build the supply chain for a local food hub that aggregates small farmers to enable sales to a more diversified Buyer portfolio. Years of experience isn’t necessary, connections, determination, passion, a can do attitude and belief in the small farmer is required.
Compensation/Salary:
DOE
Requirements:
- Minimum of familiarity of the Ag Industry, as growing up in the Ag world, studying Agriculture and/or work experience in the Ag Industry.
- Experience in Food Safety
- Strong analytical skills, solid planning and organizational skills
- Great networking and strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong leadership capabilities with a comprehensive knowledge and detailed application of agricultural skill sets
- Proficient in Apple and Google tech a plus
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Build and manage a Supply Chain network of Farmers in the Salinas CA. Valley aggregating product for fulfillment of Buyer orders by the local Food Hubs.
- Create Supply chain of at least 15 different diversified commodities specialized in the area.
- Identify possible locations and structures for future Food Hubs in the area and surrounding areas.
- A love, understanding and ability to use Technology. ie Aggrigator Marketplace, Excel, Word and all the other cool Technology available to get the job done. This is a must as Aggrigator is an Ag Tech company.
- Train Farmers in the understanding and use of the Aggrigator Marketplace.
Education:
Bachelors in Agriculture/Supply Chain/Ag Business preferred, experience, drive and ag connections are great too.
