Job Description

Overview Main Purpose: Lead field team and assist Regional Manager in implementing better extension model for \'Farmer Connect\'. Realignment of territory and vendor base as per the change in model of operation. Ensuring implementation of CF norm / seed sale / vendor data base. Get agreements signs off from field & Cold Store stakeholders. Lead potato storage management in his territory (Direct & Supervision) Lead due diligence & audit compliance of all cold stores of the territory. Identification and development of third-party cold store as per PIH norms for seed / chip grade, maintenance of long-term potato stocks as per protocol. Realignment of Storage base (new & existing) & improve on store S&R% assisting Regional Manager. Lead \'Agro Digitalization\' in East India & also remain key user in PAN India. Lead/ Develop/ Sustain - capability of smart-Agro & ensure 100% compliance through end-users. Ensure documentation of terrain wise entries & MIS reporting for the territory through end users\' hand-held tabs. Prepare AOP for the region in collaboration with Regional Manager. Ensuring uninterrupted supplies of Potato for the plant - Day/ week/ month & season wise. Identify / create / develop / grow / sustain new as well early areas of agro-contacts/ farming pockets. Ensure discipline amongst partners/ suppliers/ effective administration and implementation of PepsiCo policy COC. Own and drive the Safety agenda - in the territory (field/ Cold Stores/ Silo) Lead SFI agenda to develop sustainable relationship with farmers and other stakeholders in the territory . Lead Bangladesh CF & Seed program to confirm sustainable footprint in the country. Develop capable team to deliver potato for the upcoming PC line. Identify/ grow/ sustain best variety for a \'win-win\' model for stake-holders & PepsiCo. Ensure seed pipeline for CF operation in Bangladesh. Prepare AOP for Agro Bangladesh in collaboration with Regional Manager. Responsibilities People Accountabilities: Lead the relationship building with local government officials & administrative officers drawing strategic alliance for business sustainability in East. Ensure discipline amongst partners/ suppliers/ effective administration and implementation of PepsiCo policy & COC . Counseling and coaching to farmer members and growers on best farming practices. Build relationship with vendors and identify potential new vendors / associations/ NGOs etc. to mitigate the growing requirement with specific quality norms. Motivate all stakeholders on better technology acceptance. Mentor peers & new-comers for smooth sync to the system. Counseling and coaching to farmer members and growers on best farming practices Understanding, supporting and resolving problems of other team members Monitor and ensure compliance of plan vs actual Learning continuously and upgrading own abilities. Seeking feedback from team members and seniors Qualifications EXPERIENCE/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Education: Graduate/ PG in Agriculture/ MBA - Marketing / Supply Chain Functional Experience: Approx. 9-10 years of experience Language: English, Hindi, Local language preferred Experience: At least 10 years of hardcore agriculture Input sales / procurement / supply chain experience in a sales / manufacturing / processing set up. Proven experience of dealing with farmers, traders, negotiation, selling, collaboration, agricultural departments & state agricultural policy. Experience of dealing with local government authorities, suppliers, transporters, CPRI, CIP, & other Agricultural nodal bodies

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