General Manager (Urban Farm)

COMCROP PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading urban agriculture company in Singapore seeks a General Manager to oversee farm operations. The role involves strategic leadership, operational oversight, and relationship management with stakeholders. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in urban agriculture, be passionate about CEA farming, and possess strong leadership skills. This position can be part-time or full-time depending on the right candidate's needs.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in urban agriculture.
• Strong ethics and personal value system.
• Ability to multi-task and be self-disciplined.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business strategies aligning with company goals.
• Manage daily operations for crop production and logistics.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Operational Oversight

Relationship Management

Innovation & Technology Implementation

Job description

Job Description

Comcrop was the original urban farm in Singapore and is located in Woodlands. Enjoying commercial relationships with major supermarket chains, customers in F&B, and other stakeholders including Government agencies and education institutions, we are looking for a General Manager to manage overall farm operations, expand commercial and non commercial relationships and develop the overall business model.

This role would suit an individual with management experience in the Singapore agriculture industry who has background in managing and developing commercial relationships, managing industry and government partnerships and collaborating with Institute of Higher Learnings, working with a range of stakeholders.

We are open to the role being either full time or part time for the right candidate, as there is an existing experienced team in place that supports day to day operational requirements.

The job responsibilities include;

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute business strategies that align with company goals and market trends, ensuring growth and sustainability.
• Operational Oversight: Manage daily operations, including crop production, logistics/delivery, procurement, system maintenance, research projects/platform management and resource allocation, to optimize efficiency and output.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team, nurturing a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Financial Management: Working with our CFO, oversee budgeting, financial planning, and reporting to ensure fiscal responsibility and profitability.
• Relationships Management: Manage existing relationships with supermarkets, F&B clients, business partners, government agencies and learning institutions
• Market Expansion: Identify and pursue new market opportunities, building relationships with stakeholders, clients, and partners.
• Innovation & Technology: Implement and manage advanced technologies to enhance productivity and sustainability. Maintain a proactive approach to adopting new agritech solutions.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all operations adhere to industry regulations and safety standards, prioritizing employee welfare and environmental health.

Job Requirements

• A high energy candidate with a passion for Singapore CEA farming
• Strong ethics and personal value system that is consistent with the company’s belief in the importance of fresh and nutritious food
• Ability to multi-task as well as being self-disciplined
• Natural ability to plan and schedule a workflow considering potential critical paths and implications to the whole operations – it can be a complex job; so you need to revel in the challenge
• Prior experience (3-5 years) in urban agriculture
• Knowledge of fresh food, its supply chain and the local eco-system
• Ability to work independently, put your hand up for a challenge and be open to contributing to other aspects of the business as relevant