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 t...