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The Farm Retail Strategy Manager will also work in partnership with the Trustees' agriculture department to create private-label products that use our Trustees grown produce and meat and further the Trustees brand.. Manage weekly buying/sourcing, vendor relationships, and inventory for Powisset, Chestnut Hill, and Weir River Farm. Support and collaborate with the Appleton Farm Store Manager on buying and sourcing to maintain consistent retail experience across all four locations.. Maintain accurate financial reporting for all locations using Shopify and Power BI to make information readily available within the organization. Work in partnership with the Agriculture Department to help with crop planning for retail sales and create private-label products that feature our Trustees Grown produce, meat, and eggs. Work in partnership with the Director of Retail Strategy and the Agriculture Marketing & Communications Specialist on promotional and marketing concepts that will drive foot traffic and revenue throughout the year

strategy manager

Job Location Statewide Options available - , MA Education Level 4 Year Degree **The Opportunity.**
The Farm Retail Strategy Manager reports directly to the Director of Retail Strategy. This position supports the four Trustees Farm Stores: Appleton Farm Store (Ipswich, MA), Powisset Farm Store (Dover, MA), Chestnut Hill Farm Store (Southborough, MA) and Weir River Farm Store (Hingham, MA). Using their strong retail strategy and business experience, the Farm Retail strategy Manager will play an integral role in setting realistic financial goals for all four locations and a product assortment, merchandising, and marketing plan that will help achieve these goals. Additionally, this role will work closely with the property Portfolio Directors and Director of Retail Strategy to improve the look and feel of all four locations with an eye toward beautiful merchandising and increased sales. The Farm Retail Strategy Manager will also work in partnership with the Trustees' agriculture department to create private-label products that use our Trustees grown produce and meat and further the Trustees brand. A pivotal part of this role is to increase sales of our own Trustees grown product (produce, meat, eggs, etc) while using our platform to support local farmers that share our mission. This role is key to establishing the Trustees as a trusted source of sustainable, organic food and a leader in the local culinary food movement
**In this role you will:**
* Work with Director of Retail Strategy, Portfolio Directors, and Appleton Farm Store Manager to set annual revenue targets and a product and marketing strategy that will ensure success
* Oversee all 4 farm store locations, maintaining cohesive product assortment, merchandising, and overall look and feel that promotes the Trustees Grown brand.
* Create Trustees Farm Store Handbook and facilitate quarterly trainings that ensure consistent approach to customer service, the Trustees Grown brand, product assortment, vendor information, and merchandising.
* Work in collaboration with Farm Store manager's to support current store operations
* Manage weekly buying/sourcing, vendor relationships, and inventory for Powisset, Chestnut Hill, and Weir River Farm. Support and collaborate with the Appleton Farm Store Manager on buying and sourcing to maintain consistent retail experience across all four locations.
* Improve the look and layout of all four locations with a keen eye to streamlined product displays and engaging signage
* Visit properties on a weekly basis to create and maintain beautiful and engaging product displays that drive revenue
* Regularly review product assortment and pricing strategy and make necessary adjustments as needed to improve sales
* Maintain accurate financial reporting for all locations using Shopify and Power BI to make information readily available within the organization
* Improve farm store retail operational processes with an eye towards efficiency and revenue growth
* Further develop profitable prepared foods business in partnership with the Appleton Kitchen team and the Powisset Kitchen team
* Work in partnership with the Agriculture Department to help with crop planning for retail sales and create private-label products that feature our Trustees Grown produce, meat, and eggs
* Work in partnership with Portfolio Directors, Appleton Farm Store Manager, engagement staff on creating fun and engaging retail shopping experiences that align with events and programming
* Assist Portfolio Directors and Appleton Farm Store Manager with hiring, staffing, and creation of store schedule when and where necessary
* Ensure that all safety protocols (COVID 19 and local health department certifications) are being met at all farm store locations
* Work in partnership with the Director of Retail Strategy and the Agriculture Marketing & Communications Specialist on promotional and marketing concepts that will drive foot traffic and revenue throughout the year
**Minimum Requirements**
* Bachelors degree preferred. Studies in the areas of business, agriculture, food, hospitality preferred.
* Minimum 3-5 years of food retail or grocery related experience. Management, organizational, and leadership experience preferred.
* Proven record of accomplishment as a successful leader and effective communicator with measurable results in the areas of product assortment analysis and product merchandising to drive revenue.
* A sophisticated aesthetic and eye for retail store layout and design
* Passion for local, sustainable food and agriculture movement
* Knowledge of and relationships with local farms and food purveyors throughout New England
* Experience with producing private-label, shelf stable foods as well as prepared foods
* Budgeting and financial management experience
* Marketing and social media experience
* Entrepreneurial spirit, flexibility, and a sense of humor necessary
* Strong computer skills, knowledge of POS, specifically with Shopify ecommerce and POS, and a general aptitude for technology
* A quick and independent learner, able to learn and adapt quickly to new situations
* An eye for detail, as well as the ability to see the big picture and be able to guide staff towards a common goal
* Excellent communication and organizational skills
**Hours, Salary & Excellent Benefits**
This is a full-time, year-round position averaging 40 hours per week, including some weekends, some evenings and holidays to be scheduled to accommodate seasonal programs and events. This role requires travel to all four locations on a weekly basis. This is a salaried position including excellent benefits.
****Other****
* Must have a valid license, able to meet Trustees Driving Policy requirements, and comfortable driving across the state. Access to a vehicle is necessary.
* Evening, weekend, and some holiday work is required
****Working Conditions****
Farm Store properties are located in Ipswich, Dover, Southborough, and Hingham with our central office located in Boston. The position will require a significant amount of travel between locations.
**About The Trustees**
The Trustees is one of Massachusetts largest non-profits and the nations first conservation and preservation organization. Today, the places we care about are going fast, and the forces undermining them, including climate change, are moving faster. Our passion is to protect and share with everyone the irreplaceable natural and cultural treasures under our care. We are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and more than 80,000 member households.
The Trustees has been featured in the Top 100 Women-Led Organizations in Massachusetts for seven consecutive years.
In addition to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trustees aims to create a thriving, inclusive workplace that values each member of its team. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts who are at the core of our mission.
*We kindly request that you do not call to inquire about the status of your application.* *Those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted.* #J-18808-Ljbffr

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