Agricultural Growers Relations Professional in Tulare

Job Description

Our client is hiring for an exceptional opportunity for a Grower Relations Professional in the southern San Juaquin Valley, California, within a thriving agricultural setting. This role offers a unique blend of hands-on operational leadership during the busy harvest and strategic business development in the off-season.

Key highlights of this position include:

• Managing relationships with growers of all sizes, ensuring their needs are met effectively.
• Overseeing and scheduling complex daily operations, including coordinating all aspects of insuring a smooth and efficient harvest.
• Interpreting contracts in clear, straightforward terms to support growers’ understanding.
• Collaborating closely with company leadership and demonstrating flexibility to take on varied responsibilities.
• Driving growth by attending industry conferences and expanding the customer base during slower periods.
• Applying a background in the pistachio industry or similar agricultural sectors to enhance grower engagement.
• Exercising exceptional organizational skills to maintain smooth operations throughout intense harvest cycles.
• Being a proactive front-line presence, ready to address challenges and opportunities as they arise.

Key Qualifications include;

• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• A bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field preferred
• Have a knowledge base in the pistachio industry
• Candidates with existing grower relationships will be prioritized
• Must currently reside in the U.S. and have a valid U.S. driver's license

If you have experience in grower relations and business development, and are eager to contribute to a multifaceted role, please submit a current resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted to discuss this opportunity and explore how this position aligns with your career goals.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.