SariSuki is the first and largest Philippine-based community-selling platform that aims to uplift communities by improving Filipinos’ access to quality and affordable essential goods.
Since its establishment in 2021, SariSuki has been deemed one of the country’s top and most promising startups, receiving over 25M USD from venture capitalists. With a 5,000-strong network of Community Leaders, SariSuki continues to grow in boosting a more efficient Philippine supply chain ecosystem by directly sourcing produce from local farmers.
In 2023, SariSuki became part of Forbes Asia 100 To Watch list in Agriculture. This accomplishment reflects SariSuki’s commitment to empowering and uplifting communities while fostering sustainable growth.
Role
We are looking for an Agronomist who will lead farming operations. The Agronomist will help us develop more sustainable farming practices.
- Provide assessment and suggestions on crop management
- Research, test, and implement solutions for high quality and improved production
- Continuously conduct farm visits to improve planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques
- Perform quality control for seeds, soil, and irrigation standards
- Conduct training to relevant stakeholders including farmers and local leaders
- Ensure timelines and budget are met
- Data Analysis and Report Generation
- Be up to date with industry trends and developments
Qualifications
- At least 7 years of relevant expertise in farming operations and agronomy
- In-depth knowledge of soil, irrigation, and crop principles
- With proven track record of successful ownership of an Agri project/program
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, AgriBusiness or any related field
- Excellent listening and communication skills; relating to various stakeholders
- Comfortable working with data
- Firm decision making, problem solving, research, and critical thinking skills
- Willing to be based in the Philippines