NSF International is an independent organization that certifies products and writes standards for food, water and consumer goods to minimize adverse health effects and protect the environment (www.nsf.org). Founded in 1944, NSF is committed to protecting public health and safety worldwide. NSF is a World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Food and Water Safety and Indoor Environment.
NSF Agriculture is an NSF International Company and leading provider of food safety auditing, consulting, training, and testing services for the produce, livestock, poultry and egg industry. NSF International’s Food Safety Programs helps businesses increase confidence in food safety procedures and demonstrate compliance with government regulations and customer requirements, offering a total food safety solution from farm to fork. This includes delivering field evaluations, laboratory testing, consulting, and training to growers, shippers, processors, distributors, and retailers around the world.
Basic Purpose:
Responsible for all NSF Agriculture services including Farm Assurance services (both accredited and non-accredited), consulting and development of supply chain services and business solutions for the Primary Agriculture food supply chain.
- Lead the strategic, commercial and operational development of NSF’s agriculture assurance services in the US.
- Provide effective General Management of NSF Agriculture US with line-management for key technical and operational personnel.
- Develop and execute business plans and budgets, taking full P&L responsibility for the US business unit.
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Develop and further grow the NSF’s share of the North America farm assurance sector and develop new services to meet the evolving needs of the North American customers and stakeholder:
- Lead technical staff in service development.
- Work with NSF Marketing to design and execute marketing activity.
- Work with the NSF Business Development function to develop and present business proposal and to ensure effective project management for new initiatives.
- Work with operations to ensure high quality customer service systems are in place.
- Review our existing commercial operations to identify opportunities for improving customer services and business profitability.
- Liaise with NSF Affiliates in Latin America to coordinate the delivery of NSF Agriculture certification services and international key account management.
- Liaise with NSF Affiliates in other Business areas (specifically NSF Specialty Foods) on the delivery of new business opportunities in the Agriculture sector.
- Identify opportunities across the different agricultural sectors to build and develop diversified technical services using in-house technical resources, external expertise and strategic alliances with synergistic organizations.
- Pursue strategic and large-scale business opportunities in the agriculture supply chain, major food processors, retail sector and government / industry bodies, including coordinating the preparation and presentation of business presentations and proposals.
- Participate in tradeshows and industry events and serve as the commercial face of NSF Agriculture US in high-profile speaking engagements and media inquiries.
- Participate in the NSF Agriculture Global Management Team to develop the broader strategic and commercial development of NSF Agriculture internationally.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science/Technology/Public Health or a related qualification.
- Minimum of ten (10) years industry experience in the agri-food sector, managing agricultural issues / supply chains.
- Experience in building and managing cost and revenue budgets.
- Experience of working with management information and industry data to monitor and improve supply chain performance.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to lead and contribute to the development and presentation of business proposals.
- Highly numerate with strong negotiation skills.
- A valid driver license and reliable transportation
- Must maintain a valid and current passport and have the ability to travel domestically and internationally at least 6 working days per month.
- Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office software, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree, e.g., Master’s.
- Professional industry related registration, e.g., PE, RS.
- Knowledge of NSF policies and procedures.
Additional Details:
Physical Demand:
- Required to sit for long periods of time.
- Required to stand at long periods of time (trade shows, client locations, etc.).
- Moderate physical effort required (ability to move up to 45 lbs. from one area to another).
- Domestic and international business travel is necessary by car or plane.
Work Environment:
- Most work is performed in an office environment.
- Some work is performed at client locations, trade shows, conferences, etc.
- Smoke free work environment.
Closing:
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*Smoke free work environment*
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