Sustainability Program Manager

SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM MANAGER

LOCATION:                  KERN COUNTY

Why Grimmway?

Come be a part of our growing company where you can thrive and make an impact by leading and managing the company’s sustainability initiatives, ensuring compliance with retailer requirements and the advancing of sustainability goals. This role requires a dynamic individual with a strong technical background, exceptional project management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various teams. Grimmway is one of the largest carrot and organic vegetable grower/packer/shipper in the world! We pride ourselves in bringing fresh, healthy, and safe product to communities as we invest in and care for the earth’s natural resources and our family of employees. Come grow with us!

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What you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, sustainability, agronomy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sustainability program management within the fresh produce industry.
• Proven track record of successfully managing sustainability initiatives and projects.
• Able to work in the field and travel as needed, with occasional overnight stays.
• Driver’s License with a clean DMV driving record.
• Pass pre-placement drug/alcohol screen, physical and functional capacity evaluation.

What will set you apart:

• Technical certifications related to sustainability and environmental management.
• Strong understanding of sustainability certifications, standards, and regulatory requirements and how they affect the fresh produce industry.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.

Total Rewards:            $90,000-$110,000 / YEAR

• Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
• Our competitive and comprehensive benefit package includes:
• Vacation, sick, holiday pay, medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, FSA, tuition reimbursement, scholarship program, subsidized gym membership, free on-site personal training and other wellness-focused activities at company gym, Employee Vehicle Purchase/Lease Programs, discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California, continued learning and development, family events, work life balance.