What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager - Producer Relations East position at Horizon Organic Dairy, LL?
Producer Relations Manager, East
At Horizon Organic, we’re growing a culture of passionate people driven to do good for the horizon we all share. We’re building the tomorrow we want to see. Every single day.
Joining our team means being part of a dynamic environment where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a real difference. We offer diverse opportunities for career growth and development. Embark on a rewarding journey with us in shaping the future of organic dairy!
Two generations of families—and counting—have grown up on Horizon Organic® milk. From the start, as the leading organic milk producer in the U.S., Horizon has been committed to delivering innovative, nourishing dairy that growing families can rely on. In 2023, Horizon Organic became a brand of Platinum Equity. Today, Horizon works with more than 500 farmers across the U.S. to bring high-quality, certified organic milk to consumers. For more information on Horizon’s full portfolio of organic dairy products, visit Horizon.com.
About the Job:
We are currently looking to hire a Producer Relations Manager (PRM), Central and Northeastern New York State!
Working as part of a team responsible for relationship building with new and existing Farmer Partners in the East. This particular role will be focused on sourcing potential farm suppliers and maintaining relationships with existing farm partners.
In addition, the manager will ensure compliance to the National Organic Program (for Organic Dairies), animal welfare, economic, quality, and the Company’s Sustainable Agriculture (SA) standards. Fostering collaboration within our farmer's network and spearheading projects.
The PRM will also lead transversal projects to ensure the proper execution of our milk mission of "transforming the Dairy industry, one seed, one cow, one community at a time".
This is a remote position with 30-50% expected travel. This position is based remote in the eastern United States, with preferred location being Central and/or Northeastern New York State.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Act as a company ambassador in the field while working with producers, farming agencies/organizations and organic certification agencies
- Serve as primary point of contact for producers acting as a liaison with involved parties to ensure clear communication and quick resolution of any concerns or inquiries
- Ensure compliance of animal welfare, sustainability, worker health and safety, and organic compliance as applicable.
- Develop/follow/implement and monitor productivity or efficiency project with producers
- Create pipeline of potential suppliers aligned with the Company’s vision and mission.
- Ensure all certificates are in place (Organic Certification, nonGMO, Validus, IMS, Insurance, etc)
- Lead implementation and overall management of the Company’s Sustainable Agriculture (SA) program
- Contribute to the overall East milk supply strategy as an active participant on the internal milk sourcing team
The base compensation range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000 commensurate with experience.
About You:
- Minimum BS in related field (animal science, agronomy, dairy nutrition, etc.)
- Minimum 2 years work experience in CPG company or related dairy experience
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Direct experience working on or operating dairy farm preferred
- Strong project management and project leadership skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally both in corporate and agricultural environment
- Strong networking skills and credibility among peers
Salary : $90,000 - $110,000