Vp, Horticulture Development

2 weeks ago

Guelph, Canada Goodleaf Farms Full time

**Job Type**: Full Time / Permanent

**Location**: Hybrid, Guelph, ON

Would you like to be a part of a revolution in agriculture in Canada? If so, we would love to hear from you

At GoodLeaf Farms we are a proud Canadian company at the forefront of innovation, striving to grow food security for communities from coast to coast. We are breaking ground in an industry that is quickly proving itself to be sustainable, not only environmentally but economically and socially as well. We are focused on producing ultra-fresh greens, 365 days a year using no harsh chemicals, a carbon footprint that is just half that of a traditional farm and using less than 10% of the water traditionally used, to create a world where plants thrive

**Why work at GoodLeaf Farms?**:
It is our commitment to provide you with the work environment and tools necessary to be successful in your role. We hope that you will find your work here rewarding, challenging, and meaningful.
- You will have the opportunity to take your career to the next level. GoodLeaf is growing and we want you to grow along with us
- We have an entrepreneurial and inclusive spirit with the heart of a startup.
- We foster an environment of cooperation and communication.
- We have competitive compensation and benefits

Every day at GoodLeaf Farms we get to help solve the challenge of food security for communities across Canada and do it in innovative ways that inspire healthy lifestyles. We think that’s exciting and the best reason of all to join us

**What we are looking for**:
Reporting to the CEO, the VP, Horticulture Development & Innovation will be responsible for leading GoodLeaf’s Horticultural & Innovation excellence function (ie. plant productivity and plant quality) across all of Goodleaf Farms. The VP, Horticulture Development & Innovation will be responsible for strategic direction, growth and development of the Horticulture & Innovation function and provides visionary leadership for GoodLeaf Farms’ Horticulture & Innovations operations, including developing key strategies for maximizing plant biomass yield in indoor farming environments, adapting new plants for indoor cultivation, and establishing viable next generation business opportunities. VP, Horticulture Development & Innovation will play a lead role in the development of key performance indicators and analytical tools for consistent, repeatable horticultural best practices, maximizing harvestable yield and reducing cost of goods. The individual will work closely with other leaders to design, set up and ensure operational success of new farms.

**Roles & Responsibilities**:
**Main Functions**:

- Develops and executes the overall strategic direction of the horticulture program.
- Serves on Leadership Team and participates in strategic planning to advance key business goals.
- Provides leadership to the horticultural team to ensure the best possible plant quality and highest possible yields (ie. Drives best practices, continuous improvement, and cost reduction initiatives).
- Develops operating policies, budgets, and guidelines for department, including key performance indicators and data reporting.
- Recruits and develops a strong team of horticulture professionals.
- Oversees interaction and partnership with universities and other agencies (ie. research, government, etc.) for the purposes of IP-sharing, gaining access to funding, and lending assistance in advancing GoodLeaf and industry agendas.
- Promotes sustainability in horticultural practices throughout the company.
- Serves as a champion for horticultural excellence and continuous improvement.
- Keeps abreast of the latest trends in CEA/agriculture and serves as a horticultural knowledge resource for the company, internally, and within the industry.

**Other Functions**
- Works with the team to develop rigorous reasonable standards/measures for horticultural inputs (ie. Seed quality).

**Qualifications & Educational Requirements**:

- 10+ years' experience in commercial fruit and vegetable agricultural operations in senior roles in horticulture, and agronomy.
- 5+ years' experience with various hydroponic systems.
- 5+ years' experience with controlled environment agriculture operations in a senior role leading design, improvements, and operational success of these operations.
- Must be able and willing to travel across national and international borders.
- Must have a strong business acumen.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
- Has worked in a high growth and/or start-up environment.

**Additional Requirements**
- Prioritize the Health & Safety of oneself and others.
- Possesses a strong sense of urgency and accountability.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Highly collaborative and is a sought-after resource
- Positive work attitude.

GoodLeaf Farms is a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination employer.

GoodLeaf Farms is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of an

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