Head of Operations

You are a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the intersection of agriculture, health, and sustainability. You have the determination to drive innovation and growth while embracing a startup mindset. Your expertise in food innovation will play a crucial role in catapulting the company's efforts from a food sciences standpoint. Your key responsibilities include developing and implementing a comprehensive business strategy aligned with the mission of bridging climate-resilient agricultural practices and preventative healthcare through food. You will drive the long-term vision and establish a clear roadmap for achieving sustainable growth and market leadership. As a leader, you will oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring that all departments work cohesively to meet business objectives. You will drive operational excellence by optimizing production processes, maintaining product quality, and achieving financial goals. Your role will also involve championing innovation in millet-based nutrition, fortification techniques, and sustainable food processing technologies. Leading efforts in food sciences to develop and launch innovative products that set new benchmarks in the industry will be a key focus. Building strategic partnerships with regenerative farming cooperatives, healthcare institutions, and key industry stakeholders will be essential for market expansion. You will identify and penetrate new markets to expand the company's footprint in both domestic and international markets. Financial management will be a critical aspect of your role, where you will establish financial goals, ensure sound financial planning, and risk management to maintain healthy cash flows and profitability. Driving cost optimization initiatives without compromising on quality or sustainability will be a key challenge. Team leadership and culture building are also part of your responsibilities. You will cultivate a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning across all levels of the organization. Mentoring and developing the leadership team to foster an environment that encourages innovative thinking and agility will be crucial. Maintaining transparent communication with the board, investors, and stakeholders regarding the company's performance and strategic priorities is essential. Acting as a spokesperson and advocate for the company's mission at industry events, conferences, and public forums will be part of your stakeholder engagement role. To qualify for this position, you need proven experience in a senior leadership role within the F&B or AgriTech industry. Experience in startups or scaling businesses is highly desirable. A strong understanding of sustainable agriculture practices, food fortification, and preventative healthcare principles is essential. Deep experience in food innovation and a track record of driving breakthroughs in product development and food sciences are required. Demonstrated ability to build and lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment, exceptional financial acumen, and experience in P&L management are crucial. A passion for health, nutrition, and sustainability, along with a willingness to embrace a mission-driven approach, will make you the ideal candidate for this role.,