Manager-Dairy and Dairy Farm Products

Job Description Manager (Dairy & Dairy Farm Products Management)

The Manager (Dairy & Dairy Products with Farm Management) will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end operations of dairy production, processing, and farm management. This role requires a strong understanding of dairy farming practices, milk processing, quality control, supply chain management, and product development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily farm operations including animal health, breeding, feeding, and hygiene management.
• Monitor milk production, ensure quality and safety standards are consistently met.
• Plan and supervise processing of dairy products (milk, cheese, butter, curd, etc.).
• Develop and implement strategies for value-added dairy product diversification.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, food safety, and FSSAI standards.
• Manage farm staff, assign duties, and provide training for productivity improvement.
• Monitor supply chain operations including procurement of feed, medicines, and farm inputs.
• Coordinate with sales and marketing teams for effective product distribution and market expansion.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and manage cost-effective operations.
• Adopt modern technologies such as IoT, automation, and AI for farm efficiency.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of dairy farming operations and animal husbandry.
• Experience in dairy product processing and quality assurance.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Knowledge of supply chain and logistics in dairy industry.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adopt modern technologies for farm and dairy management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Dairy Technology, Animal Husbandry, Agriculture, or related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in dairy and farm management, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Experience with large-scale dairy farms or dairy processing units preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks (FSSAI, HACCP, ISO).

KRA / KPI – Manager (Dairy & Dairy Farm Products Management)

Key Result Area (KRA)

Key Performance Indicator (KPI)

Measurement Criteria

Milk Production & Quality

Daily average yield per animal, Milk quality (SNF, Fat %, bacterial count)

Monthly reports, Lab test results

Animal Health & Welfare

Rate of disease incidence, Mortality rate, Breeding success rate

Veterinary records, Mortality register

Dairy Processing & Product Development

Volume of processed products, New products launched, Product rejection rate

Production reports, QC test results

Regulatory Compliance & Safety

Compliance with FSSAI, HACCP, ISO; Zero major non-compliances

Audit reports, Inspection records

Farm Operations & Cost Control

Feed cost per litre of milk, Energy efficiency, Reduction in wastage

Financial reports, Operational logs

Team & Staff Management

Employee productivity, Training hours conducted, Attrition rate

HR reports, Training attendance records

Supply Chain & Market Expansion

On-time delivery %, New markets/customers acquired, Distribution efficiency

Sales reports, Logistics records

Innovation & Technology Adoption

Number of tech-enabled initiatives implemented, Productivity gains achieved

Role & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile