Job Description

Position Overview:

The Crop Planning Analyst is responsible for designing, analyzing, and implementing crop production plans to optimize yield, efficiency, and profitability. This role involves utilizing data-driven insights, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring seamless coordination between farming operations, plant vendors (global breeders and growers) , and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Crop Planning and Analysis:

• Develop and manage detailed Crop Plan, including planting purchase strategy and growing / treatment plans.
• Manage the plant purchase plan to guarantee the quantities, varieties and color mix needed per plant vendor to deliver the Sales Plan.

Data Management:

• Maintain and analyze data using Excel, SAP and other software tools to track crop performance and resource use.
• Generate reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as yield, costs, and profitability.
• Provide recommendations based on statistical and financial analysis.

Coordination and Communication:

• Collaborate with the grower, S&OP manager and plant vendors to align crop plans with operational goals.
• Facilitate regular meetings to discuss planning progress, potential risks, and necessary adjustments.
• Ensure that all stakeholders have access to accurate and timely information.

Resource Optimization:

• Develop contingency plans when Crop Plan is deviated.

Regulatory and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with agricultural regulations, sustainability standards, and environmental policies.
• Stay updated on advancements in crop management technologies and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Business, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, data analysis, and planning software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Familiarity with agricultural practices, crop cycles, and farm operations.
• Experience with farm management systems, or agricultural modeling tools (preferred).

Work Environment:

This role may involve a combination of office work and occasional field visits to farms, requiring the ability to travel to agricultural sites as needed.

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