Cluster Head - Contract & Organic Farming Operations Araku Originals

5.0 - 10.0 years

6 - 13 Lacs

Anupshahr, Pune, Delhi / NCR

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We are seeking an experienced and driven Cluster Head to oversee contract farming operations, organic production, and back-end logistics within a designated cluster. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in agriculture, excellent leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of organic farming systems. This position reports to senior leadership and will manage a cluster team of 1012, including 23 direct reports. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage all production and operational activities for the assigned cluster Oversee planning and execution of farming activities in collaboration with network farmers Ensure adherence to UFCo’s regenerative organic farming protocols and zero chemical usage Collaborate with the sales team to align production with market demand and SKU planning Mobilize, train, and motivate network farmers for organic contract farming Monitor collection centers (RACs) for sorting, grading, quality checks, and dispatch Ensure smooth logistics and delivery of produce to distribution centers Coordinate with the technical CoE to implement best practices and provide field feedback Optimize budgets and resource allocation across the cluster Identify opportunities to expand operations within the region Required Qualifications & Skills: B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Agriculture preferred; other disciplines acceptable with relevant experience 8–10 years of experience in agri-business, farming operations, or contract farming management Prior experience in organic or natural farming is highly desirable Strong communication skills in English, Hindi, and the local language Demonstrated team leadership with experience managing direct reports Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); working knowledge of ERP systems Key Skills: Contract Farming Organic Farming / Natural Farming Cluster / Region-level Operations Farmer Engagement & Training Farm Management & Logistics Agribusiness Strategy Budgeting & Cost Optimization

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Cluster Head Genxhire Services

5.0 - 10.0 years

7 - 13 Lacs

anupshahr

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Roles and Responsibilities: Head production & operations for the cluster. Responsible for production planning, logistics and customer delivery metrics in the cluster. Work very closely with the sales team to get the market forecast and plan production to provide continuous supply of SKUs as needed by the consumers Execute contracting farming activity with the network farmers, in compliance with UFCO practices. Mobilise and finalise suitable farmers, which are roped in by Contract farming staff, motivate, train & guide them for taking up regenerative organic production as per UFCo protocols Monitor all farming activities to ensure that practices are followed and no chemical usage is carried out Manage activities of collection centre at each RAC receiving vegetables from network farmers, sorting grading and storage. Ensure produce quality and work closely with operations teams to supply produce to the Collection centre / Distribution Centre Plan the RAC level input production as per the vegetable production plans Work with technical teams to execute practices as per the latest science in regenerative agriculture, as well as provide feedback from the field to the technical Centre of Excellence Budget planning and cost optimization of all activities Explore opportunities for expanding across multiple locations in the same region. Qualification / Skills Required: Post-graduation or graduation in Agriculture with 8-10 year of experience in working with farmers at the ground level. However, graduate / post graduate in any other discipline with relevant experience of around 10 + years in managing Regional level Agri / Fruits and Vegetables/ contract farming operations across leading organisations. Prior experience of organic / natural farming is preferred. Good communication skills in English, Hindi & local language Good people management skills, having worked as a team leader with direct reports. Proficiency in computer skills (Excel, word & PowerPoint) & working knowledge of ERP systems. Interested candidates can share updated resume on akeriti.k@genxhire.in or 9981801942

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