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Position as Farm and Landscape Manager for 15 acre certified organic vineyard. Vineyard is set within 25 acre estate property with owner residence, formal and informal landscaping throughout. Five years experience in production vineyard or similar required. Advanced landscaping maintenance skills. Irrigation experience from installation to troubleshooting essential. Animal care skills. Familiarity with organic production and record-keeping desired. Hands-on labor duties and contractor oversight. Bilingual in English/Spanish desired. No housing provided. Salary DOE. Benefits provided. Send Cover letter and Resume.

Status: Full Time, ExemptReports To: Director of LendingSupervisory: No direct reportsPrimary Office: Aptos or RemoteSalary: $60,000 - $75,000, commensurate with experienceJOB SUMMARY:Join California FarmLink’s lending team to support the prosperity of California farmers and ranchers, ensure equitable access to economic opportunity, and support environmental stewardship and vibrant local food systems. This position plays a key role in supporting FarmLink’s agricultural lending and development services as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), providing underserved farmers and ranchers with access to capital and technical assistance. The Senior Associate position is housed in lending, but will require extensive cross-department collaboration to be successful in these key areas: develop new loan products, conduct research and analysis in areas of potential growth, lead special projects, conduct loan underwriting, review loan files for compliance with covenants and ensure collateral perfection, develop and manage investor relationships, assess impact of programs and products, and prepare portfolio and program reports for diverse stakeholders.Please see attached for full description. 

Overview of the Homeless Garden ProjectThe Homeless Garden Project (HGP) is a nonprofit organization, founded in 1990 and based in Santa Cruz, California, that provides job training, transitional employment and support services to individuals experiencing homelessness, with the goal of securing stable housing and employment for program participants. In recent years, HGP graduates have demonstrated a 90% success rate on average.HGP is currently going through an exciting period of growth, preparing to move our farm from its temporary 3.5-acre site to a larger permanent site on City of Santa Cruz Pogonip park land. The transition to Pogonip Farm will triple the organization’s capacity to transform lives and build community connections through a public-private partnership.The Value-Added Social Enterprise employs and trains individuals experiencing homelessness to make a variety of products (bath & body, food & beverage, candles, and wreaths) with organic herbs, flowers, vegetables, and fruits grown on our farm. HGP products are sold through numerous sales channels including two brick-and-mortar stores, an online store (shop.homelessgardenproject.org), and through wholesale partners.PositionWe seek an experienced, passionate, creative, and driven person skilled in retail, production, and business management with a commitment to growing the enterprise, as well as to ending homelessness. Under the general supervision of the Director of Operations, the Value-Added Enterprise Manager oversees all aspects of the business including retail, production, marketing, sales, business planning & analysis, and job training. This position is a key leader in managing HGP’s enterprises and driving the organization’s growth.ResponsibilitiesRetail Management• Manage all aspects of operating brick-and-mortar retail locations, including merchandising (HGP and third party products), store displays, purchasing, seasonal rotation, inventory management, and staffing.• Manage wholesale relationships, ensuring that orders are fulfilled in a timely fashion.• Manage online store, ensuring that orders are fulfilled in a timely fashion and the website remains attractive and up-to-date.• Analyze sales data to develop demand forecasts, conduct labor planning, guide third party merchandising strategy, and set pricing.• Oversee enterprise technology platforms including online store & in-store POS systems.• Manage occasional special events held at HGP stores (post-COVID).Marketing• Develop marketing, promotion, and outreach strategies for brick-and-mortar, online, and wholesale channels including email marketing, social media, and paid ad campaigns.• Evaluate opportunities to bolster HGP’s online presence, expanding its reach beyond the Santa Cruz area.• Evaluate opportunities to expand HGP’s wholesale relationships within and beyond the Santa Cruz area.Production Management● Oversee production of all HGP products, ensuring proper quality control.● Manage a well-organized workshop space for all HGP production activities.● Evaluate historical data to set production targets, and monitor progress towards goals.● Provide job training to program participants in a workshop environment, serving as a support system and positive role model.● Lead the development of new and seasonal products, evaluating opportunities to expand HGP’s product line – including analysis of historical sales data, market trends, sourcing, farm availability, COGS, pricing, packaging, and branding.● Ensure that all raw materials required for production are well-stocked.● Lead all product branding and packaging.Personnel Management• Supervise a team of three part-time staff – 1 Workshop Assistant & 2 Retail Assistants.• In partnership with the Training & Education Supervisor, supervise the program participant crew during workshop production hours.Qualifications, Skills and Experience• At least three years of experience in one or more of the following areas: social enterprise, retail management, light manufacturing/production, entrepreneurship, marketing, e-commerce, or business management.• An entrepreneurial changemaker with a commitment to pursuing and executing an ambitious enterprise growth strategy.• A thoughtful, solutions-oriented problem solver.• Proven ability to be flexible, adaptable, and resourceful in a fast-paced environment.• Demonstrated success in developing new partnerships and relationships.• Demonstrated ability to successfully work independently & collaboratively with a team.• A proven leader who inspires others to do their best, meets deadlines, and manages complex responsibilities without losing their sense of humor.• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills with diverse audiences through in-person, in writing, by phone, and via social media channels.• Enthusiastic and positive attitude toward helping others.• Strong computing skills in Microsoft Excel, Google Suite, and cloud-based applications.• Demonstrated experience in effectively delegating work.• Excellent organization and administration skills.The ideal candidate will also have the following preferred qualifications:• Experience running and growing a small business.• Experience with value-added production, product development, and branding.• Experience managing social media, email marketing, and paid advertising campaigns.• Experience supervising direct reports and managing a team.• Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or others facing difficult life challenges.• Graphic design experience a plus.• Experience with point of sale and inventory management systems a plus.CompensationSalary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. HGP offers 100% health benefit coverage as well as generous paid time off.ScheduleThis position will be full-time, 40 hours per week, with occasional work required on weekends, holidays, and evenings.To ApplyApplication materials• Cover Letter• ResumeProcessPlease submit all application materials as one single PDF to Claude Rosen, Director of Operations, at clauder@homelessgardenproject.org with the subject line “VALUE-ADDED ENTERPRISE MANAGER APPLICANT – FIRST NAME LAST NAME”.***We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is essential to achieving our mission. HGP does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity, or parental status. We strongly encourage people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexualities, classes, and religious identities to apply. 

Status: Full Time, ExemptReports To: Senior Loan OfficerSupervisory: No direct reportsPrimary Office: AptosSalary: $60,000 – $75,000, commensurate with experienceJOB SUMMARY:Join California FarmLink’s lending team to support the prosperity of California farmers and ranchers, ensure equitable access to economic opportunity, and support environmental stewardship and vibrant local food systems. This position plays a key role in FarmLink’s agricultural lending as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), providing underserved farmers and ranchers with access to capital and technical assistance. The Loan Officer will drive growth in FarmLink’s agricultural small business and microlending through strong relationships with farmers and ranchers, lenders, and other referral partners.California FarmLink offers a generous benefits plan, including health insurance after 60 days, employer contribution to 403b retirement plan, paid vacation, and a family-friendly and flexible work environment. California FarmLink maintains a drug-free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We seek candidates that represent the diversity of the communities we serve, and strongly encourage you to apply.Please see attached or our website for full position information: https://www.californiafarmlink.org/about-us/careers/How To ApplyPlease email a thoughtful cover letter explaining your interest in the position and organization with resume to: info@cafarmlink.org. No phone calls please. Posted April 2021; applications accepted on a rolling basis; open until filled.. 

Please see attached for an opportunity to work with California FarmLink as an Executive Assistant. You may also visit our website to view the position:https://www.californiafarmlink.org/about-us/careers/Thank you! 

We are looking for a delivery driver for Tuesday and Friday early morning to afternoon deliveries. Approximately 4-8 hours per shift starting at 6:00 A.M. You must be able to drive a 16-foot box truck, be able to lift 50 lb, and have attention for details. We are looking for someone to represent our farm well – good customer service, efficient, responsible, and reliable. Interest in organic food or farming is a plus. Position may also be combined with work at our greenhouse and farm beyond Tuesday and Friday morning deliveries for additional hours up to a full-time position.You must have a valid drivers’ license (no special license necessary) and clean DMV record. Pay dependent on experience. We are in Newcastle, so please consider your commute distance. We are the Natural Trading Co, a 40-acre organic vegetable and fruit farm and greenhouse. You can learn more about us at www.naturaltradingco.comPlease email your resume and contact information. 

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Eden Foods – Clinton, Michigan (Lenawee County) seeks territorial sales managers in the USA and Canada. Relationships and merchandising are the focus. Travel required. Knowledge of natural foods and professional experience a must. Good work, good people, good food, good benefits.More information at http://www.edenfoods.com/goodjobsPlease email your resume to Sherri Laing, HR slaing1@edenfoods.comJob DescriptionEden Sales DepartmentPosition:  Regional/Territory Sales ManagerReports to:  National Sales ManagerA regional/territory business manager’s responsibility is to cultivate relationships, educate retailers and distributors, acquire distribution and merchandising, working in concert with Sales, Marketing, and Purchasing Departments. Furthering availability the 50-year natural food brand Eden.Five Steps of Sales –   Open   Qualify  Present   Close   ServiceDuties and Responsibilities1. Develop, articulate, and carryout a strategic plan and tactics to nurture business relationships, product knowledge, and merchandising.2. Manage business consistent with Eden Terms of Sale and Incentive Agreement system3. Learn Eden’s personnel and business systems to be able to utilize them4. Stay abreast of status and changes of industry distribution channels5. Utilize and manage brokers, distributors, and Eden staff to accomplish what is needed6. Coordinate sales efforts as needed with distributor and retailers7. Communicate timely, appropriately, and efficiently with Eden staff8. Align work with Eden sales and marketing needs and efforts9. Communicate Company messages consistent with Eden’s strategy, needs, and Terms of Sale10. Generate and qualify prospects to identify new business, enhanced merchandising, and increased distribution11. Develop relationships and maintain communication with brokers, distributors, and customers at retail up through corporate Headquarters12. Provide brokers, distributors, and retailers in the territory with measurable goals13. Consistently update and maintain accurate Company databases and pertinent business information.14. Disciplined use of SalesforceCRM software on home, mobile, and head office devices15. Oversee proper use of Edenbrand intellectual property rights16. Participate in on-going budgets and projections17. Provide a pertinent weekly reportJob Requirements1. Food industry experience2. Ability to reliably communicate in a straightforward and forthright manner3. Ability to build healthy relationships with brokers, distributors, and retailers at all levels4. Education sufficient to perform assigned duties accurately and professionally5. Sound written, verbal, and computer skills6. Organizational skills7. Entrepreneurial willingness and initiative. and enthusiasm8. Forward thinking9. Reliable follow up and follow through10. Must be able to travel independently the majority of of the time11. Professional maintenance of high moral and ethical standards.This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive or a complete explanation of duties. Employees are required to perform duties as assigned by their supervisor or management. Eden reserves the right to modify job duties and responsibilities as needed. Job descriptions do not constitute or imply an employment contract. 

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