Responsibilities

• Validate ideas: Collaborate with our team to test a portfolio of business ideas within agricultural value chains, conducting market research, designing pilot programs, define milestones for success and collect customer feedback.
• Develop business models: Develop and refine business models, find the first customers for products, build strategic partnerships, and identify important resources and capabilities needed for success.
• Lead Operations: Set up and oversee early-stage operations, from supply chain setup to customer acquisition strategies
• Collaborate: Work with our venture studio team and external partners to develop and align on strategic goals and execution plans.
• Scaling the Venture: Take on a leadership role post validation and when the business if launched to grow the venture as it spins out of the studio.

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• 2+ years of experience in entrepreneurship, business development, or relevant leadership roles
• An entrepreneur: You innovate around problems and turn challenges into opportunities
• A problem solver, with the ability to think outside the box, execute and adapt.
• Resilient: Never back down from & can think outside the box to overcome challenges
• Data driven: You rely on data and customer insights to inform decisions and refine business strategies.