Job Description

Job Summary:

Develops, implements, and plans the environment, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainable tobacco program (STP) programs related to Leaf production and Green Leaf processing in the Americas region. Manages Leaf and Leaf-service suppliers’ adherence and performance to ESG goals and requirements. Develops and provides key information related to costs of production and crop developments to Leaf Procurement to collectively achieve best possible outcomes for Leaf cost, quality, and availability.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Duties and Responsibilities:

(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by the Company)

• Execute ESG due diligence and STP program requirements and evaluate Supplier Performance for Imperial Tobacco and ITG Brands Leaf Suppliers and Leaf service providers.
• Responsible for the ESG due diligence of green leaf processing facilities for the Americas region and cigars generally through the SORT survey and support from GIA and 3rd party providers.
• Manage and engage directly with suppliers to enact all required STP program incidence responses and provide guidance for corrective actions required to meet program requirements and continuous improvement towards ESG goals.
• Responsible for verification of supplier risk assessments and self-assessments in line company standards.
• Support the development, measurement, and verification of Leaf Partnership projects in the Americas to support Imperial Tobacco and ITG Brands ESG initiative and goals related to Leaf production and processing.
• Provide timely and objective measurement of ESG programs and progress towards goals and Leaf supplier performance.
• Identify improvement areas to support suppliers through training and other measures on requirements of STP and any Leaf Sustainability programs.
• Coordinate, validate, and provide real-time information to Leaf Purchasing and other stakeholders related to crop production progress in all Leaf production markets and for all tobacco types in the Americas.
• Serves as a contact to Leaf suppliers and Leaf Procurement stakeholders to assist in providing required information and any necessary Leaf quality verifications.
• Responsible for monitoring, managing, and reporting on supplier compliance to relevant standards, laws, and regulations.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

** Required Minimum Qualifications** : ****

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Science, Engineering, or other related field of study and 5+ years related work experience; or
• Associate degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Science, Engineering, or other related field of study and 7+ years related work experience; or
• High school diploma or equivalent and 9+ years related work experience
• Related experience to include:
  • 1+ years supervisory or managerial experience
  • Commercial agricultural crop production, agronomic research, and/or work in business/organization to produce or support agricultural production.
  • Proficiency in ESG and Sustainability requirements related to Agricultural production.

Knowledge of:

• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams
• ESG and Sustainability requirements related to Agricultural production

Skilled in:

• Verbal and written communication
• Attention to detail
• Problem/situation analysis
• Effective time and task management
• Multitasking capabilities
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Multitasking capabilities

Ability to:

• Communicate to a broad and diverse audience
• Fully proficient in written and verbal communication in English and Spanish or Portuguese languages
• Maintain effective working relationships
• Demonstrate critical thinking
• Work with diverse populations and varying education levels
• Receive and communicate information orally and in writing
• Prioritize assignments, workload, and manage time accordingly
• Work with business partners in different time zones
• Work a fluctuating work schedule
• Travel up to 25 % of the time domestically and up to 25 % of the time internationally as the role requires; this could involve extended periods away from home base. Must currently possess or have the ability to obtain passport and visas in applicable countries.

** Preferred Qualifications** :

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Science, Engineering, or other related field of study and 7+ years related work experience.
• Related experience to include:
  • 3+ years supervisory or managerial experience
  • Experience in Managing commercial crop production, agricultural research, and/or directing supplier operations for crop production or agricultural research.
  • 2+ years’ experience Leading Sustainability programs related to Agricultural production.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Crop Advisor
• Certification for Commercial Application of Agrichemicals
• Full proficiency in written/verbal English, Spanish, and Portuguese

Additional Information

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Reach and grasp objects / hand eye coordination
• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Walks, sits, or stands for extended periods.
• Requires prolonged machine operation including vehicle, computer, and keyboard equipment
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• Identify and distinguish color and shades of color
• Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury
• Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions including second-hand smoke and/or vape
• Required to operate a motor vehicle

PERKS OF WORKING AT ITG BRANDS

• Competitive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life insurance/disability plans
• Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution
• 15 Company-paid holidays
• Generous paid time off
• Casual dress policy Monday through Friday
• Education assistance
• Employee recognition programs
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee discounts
• Summer hours

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

ITG Brands will follow applicable federal and state rules relating to COVID-19 vaccinations. Accordingly, applicants who receive conditional job offers should be prepared to provide information and documentation regarding vaccination status upon request by ITG Brands.

ITG Brands provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class.