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Director of Fresh Produce
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Posted:
9 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
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Application Deadline:
6 November 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
This is a remote position.
European Produce / Seed Company whose main business is R&D production marketing and sales of tomato / pepper seeds is recruiting an individual to lead their Fresh Produce division in NorthAmerica. This position is a combination of business development and strategic positioning of the companys products with retailers and primary individual will develop and design a Go TO Market strategy to approach different retailers and suppliers in North America. Expected to interact and communicate the companys market capabilities and build relationships with senior individuals at those Key Accounts.
MUST HAVE TO GROCER / RETAIL NOT FOOD SERVICE EXPERIENCE. Preference will be given to candidates in East of U.S. and near major airport.
Responsibilities:
Structuring a long-term product development plan and sales budget.
Drive demand generation with a focus on the assigned area
Field promotional activities such as exploring the demo greenhouse variety campaignscustomer connections and marketing activities
Field days and Field trips in the demo greenhouse
Actively manage relationships with growers Distributors and Retailers
Focus on accurate and timely planning and placement of varieties
Regularly report sales and other commercial activities
Develop and maintain relationships with key influencers in the industry
Evaluating adjusting and managing our sales and product pipeline.
Achieve sales revenue targets for the sales region
Execute a plan for the growth in North America to increase market share and lead growth
Advise the company on product mixes in market segments to achieve profitable volume and market shares at levels of acceptable risks.
Collaborate with research technical marketing and finance teams to evaluate and measure product benefits and value create value propositions and develop value capture and pricing models.
Work with the customer support team to ensure reliable supply (mix quantity and quality)consistent with strategic business plans.
Develop executable product/brand plans Plan coordinate and set directions for new product launchesPosition preliminary Requirements:
>7 years of experience in the Agro vegetables sector in North America.
Have some combination of experience in the area of Product Placement and Business Development
Academic education in agriculture.
Requirements
Requirements:
>7 years of experience in the Agro vegetables sector in North America.
Have some combination of experience in the area of Product Placement and Business Development
Academic education in agriculture.
Required Skills:
Requirements: >7 years of experience in the Agro vegetables sector in North America. Have some combination of experience in the area of Product Placement and Business Development Academic education in agriculture.
