Manager Organic Crop Production and Procurement - Srikakulam

ITC; Srikakulam; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

ITC 24mantra seeks a Manager FPP to oversee organic crop production, procurement from farmers, and compliance with organic standards. The role involves planning organic farming, supervising field teams, training farmers, and ensuring traceability and certifications.

You will work with farmers, FPOs, and field officers in the Srikakulam region to build reliable supply chains and promote sustainable practices in line with ICS and organic standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Agriculture required.
• Minimum 5 years of field crop production or procurement experience; contract farming preferred.
• Experience in organic farming is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing organic farming practices.
• Support soil health management and monitor crop growth and soil conditions.
• Coordinate procurement of organic produce from farmers and FPOs, ensuring quality and traceability.
• Maintain records, inputs, and documentation for organic certification approvals (NPOP/USDA/EU).
• Train farmers and field officers on organic cultivation and input use.
• Build relationships with farmers to ensure consistent supply and quality.

Skills

Field crop production

Procurement operations

Team leadership

Telugu language

Education

B Sc Agriculture

Job description

This position is with ITC 24mantra.

The Manager FPP will be responsible for farm extension services, sustain and expand Area under Organic Contract Farming, Procurement of Agricultural Commodities.

Responsibilities

Organic Crop Production

• Assist in planning and implementation of organic farming practices
• Support soil health management .
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor crop growth, pest/disease incidence, and soil conditions
• Guide farmers on organic cultivation practices and input usage
• Promote sustainable techniques such as mulching and water conservation

Procurement Operations

• Coordinate procurement of organic produce directly from farmers/FPOs
• Ensure quality standards and organic integrity during sourcing and aggregation
• Maintain procurement schedules aligned with harvest cycles
• Verify traceability and documentation for organic certification compliance
• Support price negotiation and vendor/farmer relationship management

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain farm records, input logs, and traceability systems
• Assist in internal inspections and external organic certification audits (NPOP, USDA, EU standards)
• Ensure adherence to Internal Control Systems (ICS) for organic certification

Farmer & Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with farmers, FPOs, and field officers
• Conduct training and awareness programs on organic farming practices

Build strong relationships to ensure consistent supply and quality

Qualifications

• Education - B Sc Agriculture
• Experience - Min 5 yrs experience in Field Crop production or procurement, contract farming. Experience in Organic farming will be preferred.
• Team Handling experience is must
• Language - Telugu

Location - Srikakulam