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This job expired on June 17, 2019

Wholesale Manager Daybreak Growers Alliance

  • Date Posted April 18, 2019
  • Location Belmont, ME
  • Category Agriculture
  • Job type Part-Time
Company description

Daybreak Growers Alliance is a farmer owned, woman owned multi-farm CSA in Waldo County, Maine. Additionally, we truck produce for delivery for our local farms and co-pack for wholesale.
 

Rather than compete with each other and flood the market with overwhelming options for consumers, the farmers and producers of Daybreak Growers Alliance provide customers with a simple, flexible share program through which they can access the best of what Maine agriculture has to offer.  Meat, vegetables, dairy, eggs, flowers, and bread -- you decide!

We are working to build a sustainable, resilient, and thriving future for small farmers and producers in Maine, while making access to local, top quality food easy and flexible for our customers.
 
We are a multi-farm share program.

We work together on the principle of collaboration versus competition.
 


 

Job description

The Wholesale Operations Manager is responsible for the aggregation, storage and delivery of DGA products, including CSA and wholesale products. The position requires a highly motivated, self starter with an entrepreneurial spirit and keen attention to detail and customer service. The individual should have a “get-it-done” attitude, superior interpersonal skills and agricultural and/or distribution experience. It is estimated that 50% of this position will be transporting farm products in Maine and Northern New England.


Reports to: the Owners of DGA, LLC
Supervisor: Wholesale Operations Supervisor

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Operations:

  • Develop SOPs and distribution strategy in collaboration with the wholesale operations supervisor.

  • Serve as point person for farmer and customer wholesale inquiries

  • Oversee aggregation and storage of product from partner farms. Effectively and efficiently manage inventory and all operational logistics.

  • Identify and plan weekly distribution routes.

  • Manage distribution (trucking) of products throughout assigned delivery routes.

  • Collaborate with producers to ensure compliance with SOPs, including adherence to the highest quality standards, product handling, packaging, labeling, palletizing and paper documentation

  • Implement and monitor product tracking and food safety guidelines and enforcement policies.

  • Track, document and report established monthly metrics to LLC owners.

  • Responsible for collecting and filing all required paperwork documentation from farm partners.

  • Support innovation and advancement in operational logistics.

  • Manage approved purchases of supplies related to aggregation and transport of product.


Sales Support:

  • Interact with current and prospective customers to secure and increase sales.

  • Act as the face of DGA on the road, requiring immaculate attention to on and off road safety and superior customer service.

  • Collaborate with the marketing manager to develop marketing and outreach procedures and act as a core team member of DGA sales outreach and marketing.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Immaculate driving record.

  • Minimum of two years of applicable experience, ideally in distribution and/or agricultural activities.

  • Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple projects

  • Adaptability to changing situations and have the ability to perform multiple tasks with multiple priorities

  • Proficient in the use of Windows based computer programs (Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and a general aptitude with software systems

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to train and work with operational personnel on the farm

  • Superior organizational and project management skills and experience.

  • Evidence of participation in sales and marketing outreach and communication, and a willingness to serve as the face of DGA on the road.

  • A deep commitment to the growth of Maine’s farms and local food community and economy.


COMPENSATION

  • This is a 36 hour/week position, with potential for growth

  • $16/ hr, with potential for growth

  • Discounts on DGA products

  • Any personal vehicle use on behalf of the Daybreak Growers’ Alliance to be reimbursed at .58c/mi, as per federal suggested rate.

Compensation this position is : hourly, $15/hr + Application instructions
This job expired on June 17, 2019
DeadlineApril 30, 2019

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