Vice President of Growing Operations

At Nature Fresh FarmsTM we believe that "this is how it's always been" won't get us to where we need to go; because in a fragile, changing world, there's more at stake and more we must do.

A family owned and operated company, Nature Fresh Farms is one of the largest vertically integrated leaders in greenhouse grown produce in North America, meaning we build our own greenhouses, grow our own produce and market produce of our partner growers.

We understand that we play a pivotal role in how people nourish themselves, which is why we are committed to advancing greenhouse innovation and sustainable food security to provide healthy, quality, environmentally friendly produce.

An important incumbent to the Executive Management team the Vice President of Growing Operations will be responsible for the oversight and management of Nature Fresh Farms Growing Operations across our facilities in Canada and USA; providing strategic guidance and direction to optimize crop yield, quality, and flavor, while also identifying opportunities for sustainable, profitable, organizational expansion.

Join a team that is Growing for a Kinder Future, using innovation and engagement to inspire growth amongst our people, our plants, and our business.

Ihre Aufgaben

Nature Fresh Farms is seeking strong leader with a background in greenhouse growing, who thrives in an environment which encourages growth and results, to join our Executive Management team.

As the Vice President of Growing Operations, the successful candidate will be responsible for the oversight and management of Nature Fresh Farms Growing Operations and Growing team across our facilities in Canada and USA, providing strategic advice and direction to optimize crop yield, quality, and flavor.

Responsibilities

As part of the Executive Management Team, the Vice President, Growing Operations will:

- Develop business strategy and ensure alignment with the company's goals and objectives.

- Manage relationships with internal/external partners to build and enhance business opportunities.

- Control departmental budgets and conduct regular financial reviews/analysis to ensure adherence to projected budgets and identifying areas of potential cost savings and/or overspend.

- Oversee departmental needs including but not limited to:

o Management of personnel and their respective professional development, career advancement and succession planning.

o Crop selection & production schedules.

o Operational review to identify areas of success and required development.

o Facilitation, implementation and adherence to policies and procedures to enhance operational effectiveness.

Ihr Profil

- Demonstrated leadership presence and maturity.

- High degree of analytical thinking and strategic vision leading.

- Impeccable judgment and ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.

- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and negotiating skills.

- High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Experience & Qualification Requirements

- 15

• in senior leadership roles.

  - 10

• years of growing experience

  - Willingness to travel locally and internationally as needed.

Wir bieten Ihnen

Competitive Compensation and Benefit Packages

Kontakt

Interested applicants are asked to submit their resumes to helen@naturefresh.ca