Grower Relations

Grower Relations

Come Join us and Grow with our Family!

At Mariani, we believe that family comes first! We understand work is only part of what makes life rewarding. If you enjoy working in a flexible, respectful, collaborative environment where employees embrace change and seek continuous improvement, have a voice, and can make a difference, we want to meet you!

We are a 4th generation family-owned, global, growing, and innovative company driven by our vision to "Inspire Healthy Living." We have tremendous respect for our planet and a commitment to do our part to leave it in better condition for future generations.

We value our employees and remain committed to the values that have kept us strong for over 115 years, leading with Mutual Respect. We work every day to provide real, whole, plant-based foods that make healthy snacking a little easier and a lot more delicious.

This position will be in Wisconsin Rapids, WI at the main processing facility just off Hwy 54 and only 15 minutes from Stevens Point/Plover, WI.

Summary:

Grower Relations manages business relationships with cranberry growers, as well as other fruits and vegetable growers as needed, throughout North America, with a strategic objective of securing quality long-term business relationships while working with the growers to improve product quality through improved yields, etc.

Benefits

Competitive salary

401(k) plan with employer match

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

9 paid holidays

paid vacation and sick time

Employee assistance program (EAP) and additional insurance options

Essential Functions

Responsible for maintaining, nurturing, and increasing business relationships with fruit growers through consistent and regular year-round communication.

Responsible for working with the Procurement Manager to evaluate grower relationships to ensure the organization is well positioned for long-term quality fruit needs.

Responsible for maintaining grower records (i.e., pesticide reports, grower averages, etc.)

Responsible for harvest related functions (i.e., supplies, bin movements, sample collections, inspecting for mechanical damage, etc.)

Coordinates transportation of fruit from cleaning stations to cold-storage facilities.

Works cooperatively with other managers, supervisors, and administrative personnel.

Provide additional operational support as needed.

Participate in industry meetings and events.

Qualifications

Experience with marsh operations is preferred

Good communication and team building skills.

Strong analytical abilities with extreme accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability to work in fast paced production environment.

Time management skills / self-motivated.

Must be experienced with a personal computer, MS Word, Excel, and MS Outlook.