Head Horticulturist - CAS

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, or related field (Master's degree preferred)

1. Strategic Leadership & Sustainability Planning

• Develop and execute a comprehensive sustainability roadmap aligned with corporate objectives.
• Identify emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in horticulture and sustainable agriculture to strengthen organizational strategy.
• Lead cross-functional sustainability initiatives and provide guidance to regional teams.

2. Product Development & Innovation

• Drive research, development, and deployment of innovative horticulture products, tools, and technologies.
• Evaluate market needs, conduct feasibility assessments, and ensure product solutions meet both business and sustainability goals.
• Partner with R&D, supply chain, and operations to integrate sustainable practices into product life cycles.

3. Horticulture Expertise & Program Management

• Oversee the design, implementation, and monitoring of horticultural programs across the organization's ecosystem.
• Ensure adoption of advanced horticultural practices, climate-smart approaches, and resourceefficient methodologies.
• Provide technical guidance and training to internal teams, partners, and stakeholders.

4. Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Build strong relationships with farmers, vendors, government bodies, academic institutions, and industry experts.
• Facilitate collaboration across departments to align sustainability priorities and operational goals.
• Represent the organization in external forums, conferences, and knowledge-sharing platforms.

5. Governance, Monitoring & Reporting

• Establish performance metrics, monitoring systems, and evaluation frameworks for sustainability initiatives.
• Track program outcomes, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and drive continuous improvements.
• Prepare periodic sustainability reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership review.

6. Team Leadership & People Development

• Lead and mentor the sustainability and horticulture teams to build technical capability and high performance.
• Promote a culture of innovation, learning, and accountability.
• Guide team members in managing projects, problem-solving, and achieving business objectives.