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Job description
We are hiring on behalf of one of our clients, a leading U.S.-based forage and alfalfa export company operating within a major Chinese dairy and agriculture group, with an integrated chain covering planting, processing, and international export. The company ranks among the top forage exporters in the United States, supplying markets across China, Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia. We are looking for a Deputy General Manager of Operations to take overall charge of procurement, production, and international trade, with a clear path to succeed into the General Manager role over the next 3 to 5 years.
Key Responsibilities
Contribute to the company's strategic business planning, including global market positioning and overall sales strategy
Own annual business targets and break them down across procurement, production, and overseas trade
Lead forage procurement from local U.S. grass farmers, building and maintaining a stable supply base while controlling quality, cost, and supply cycle
Oversee full-chain production and processing operations, including quality control and safety systems across the company's plants
Develop and manage global sales channels and key customer relationships outside China
Support the General Manager in optimizing overall company operations across procurement, production, trade, HR, and administration
Build and lead an integrated team culture across local and Chinese expatriate staff
Handle special projects, external commercial matters, and other key tasks assigned by senior leadership
Requirements
Background with a large state-owned enterprise (e.g. COFCO, Sinochem), an international agriculture/animal husbandry major (e.g. Cargill), a multinational veterinary drug company (e.g. Zoetis), or a large feed enterprise
Hands-on factory/production management experience is required
Must hold valid, unrestricted work authorization for the United States (green card, work visa, or talent visa) with no compliance obstacles to starting immediately
Strong academic background, ideally in international economics/trade or a related field
Fluent in both Chinese and English (spoken and written), with strong cross-cultural communication skills for negotiating with overseas partners
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Worksite address
winters, CA, 95694, US
Who can apply
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