GM/COO

We are a rapidly growing multi-faceted organization focused in farming, real estate holdings, and passive investments. This role reports to ownership and comes with a base salary plus bonus, retirement, and on the executive leadership team. Come check us out!

Job Details:

Our company, a leader in the manufacturing industry, is seeking a dynamic and experienced General Manager/Chief Operating Officer (GM/COO) to join our executive team. This permanent, full-time position will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our company, leading our team towards achieving our strategic goals, and ensuring the financial health and growth of our organization. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a Manager, General Manager, or COO role, preferably within the manufacturing or farming industry, specifically permanent crops.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the CEO and other executives to create, implement, and evaluate strategies that align with the company's goals.
• Manage several departments and lead a team of 5 to 10 direct reports.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and ensure the company operates within the budget.
• Conduct investment analysis and evaluations, including underwriting of new investments.
• Review and analyze financial statements and apply knowledge of accounting principles.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement plans to optimize operations.
• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate potential risks.
• Manage acquisition of farms and real estate development.
• Foster a company culture that aligns with our mission and vision.
• Communicate and implement company policies.
• Utilize strong project management skills to define project objectives, strategize, and implement the best course of action.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Manager/General Manager/COO.
• Bachelor’s degree or Masters in Business, Accounting/Finance, Ag related field or other relevant fields.
• Experience in farming, ideally permanent crops. Experience in nuts farming, specifically Pistachio and Almonds, is a big plus.
• Experience in managing several departments and a team of 5 to 10 direct reports.
• Good knowledge of financial statements reviews and analysis as well as big picture knowledge of accounting principles.
• Strong decision making, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, management, and leadership.
• Fast learner with good time management skills.
• Proficient with office software applications, especially advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Experience in real estate acquisition and development.
• Experience in underwriting of new investments.
• Ability to implement management plans and strategies.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.