The Packaging Operations Specialist manages packaging across Row 7's seed, produce, and CPG product lines. You'll support farm-partners in scaling sustainable packaging solutions and work with co-packers to bring innovative formats to market. This role combines R&D, vendor management, inventory planning, and cost optimization to ensure packaging solutions scale with company growth while reinforcing our quality and sustainability commitments.

REPORTS TO 

Produce Commercialization Director

LOCATION 

• Hybrid Role
• Tarrytown, NY / 1 - 2 days per week as business needs require 
• Occasional travel to supplier facilities and production sites

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Packaging Research & Development

• Research and evaluate new packaging materials and solutions aligned with Row 7's quality and sustainability commitments
• Develop and maintain packaging structures and dielines across all product lines
• Identify leading sustainability solutions to support bringing our portfolio to market
• Partner with product development on packaging design for new launches
• Collaborate with co-packers and farms to ensure packaging solutions work on their production lines, including equipment evaluation and selection
• Work with Quality Assurance on packaging testing and validation to meet FSA, USDA, FSMA, and retail-specific requirements

Vendor Management & Sourcing

• Build and maintain strong relationships with packaging suppliers and manufacturers
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost targets while maintaining quality standards
• Identify and onboard new suppliers to support innovation, sustainability, and cost goals
• Conduct regular vendor performance reviews and manage ongoing communication

Inventory Management & Procurement

• Forecast packaging needs based on production schedules and sales projections
• Place and monitor purchase orders to ensure timely delivery
• Maintain accurate, real-time inventory tracking and provide team visibility into levels and risks
• Coordinate storage and logistics for packaging materials
• Work with finance on packaging spend, budgeting, and forecasting
• Implement inventory tracking systems in collaboration with external partners and supply chain team

Cost Optimization

• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities across packaging portfolio
• Monitor and minimize packaging waste and losses throughout operations
• Partner with production teams to reduce damage during packaging operations
• Develop and monitor KPIs for packaging efficiency and cost-effectiveness

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3-5 years of experience in packaging engineering, operations, or supply chain
• Demonstrated success in vendor negotiation and relationship management
• Strong analytical skills with experience in inventory management and forecasting
• Proficiency in MS Office/G-Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis
• Experience with ERP or inventory management systems
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

Preferred

• Experience in food and beverage or CPG industry
• Experience with vertical formed filled packaging and manufacturing lines
• Knowledge of packaging materials, printing processes, and production requirements
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and packaging compliance
• Experience managing packaging across multiple product categories
• Background in cost analysis and budget management
• Understanding of sustainable packaging solutions and trends

Key Competencies

• Detail-oriented with ability to manage competing priorities across multiple product lines
• Strong negotiator who balances cost, quality, and relationships
• Proactive problem-solver who anticipates needs and prevents issues
• Strategic thinker who balances immediate needs with long-term planning
• Collaborative and communicates clearly across departments

DETAILS

• The Packaging Operations Specialist position is a full-time role
• The target pay range for this role is from $85,000 - $100,000 per year
• Benefits include:Generous Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, Volunteer Time Off, and Floating Holiday ProgramsUp to 75% funded Health, Dental, and Vision InsuranceHealth Flexible Spending Account (FSA)401(k) eligible after three months of employmentFlexible Educational Reimbursement ProgramEmployee Discount on Row 7 Seed Products
  

Row 7 is committed to centering equity and justice in our work and community. We encourage LGBTQIA+, BIPOC candidates and members of other historically marginalized groups to apply.

You'll orchestrate Row 7's field-to-fork operations—building the supply chain that moves our seeds from breeding trials to organic farms, to CPG production facilities, and to grocery shelves. You'll lead contract growing, logistics, and quality systems while creating the infrastructure that scales both our fresh produce and packaged goods nationally. This role is perfect for someone who's mastered organic supply chains but craves a bigger challenge—where you're building the systems that connect plant breeders, farmers, and food makers to deliver flavor at every step from seed to table.

LOCATION

Hybrid or Remote: West Coast or Hudson Valley, NY, with approximately 50% travel (regionally and nationally) based on business needs

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supply Chain Strategy & Planning

• Scale and design  a regional produce supply chain model prioritizing  flavor, sustainability, quality, cost, and service—creating a framework for  Row 7  to realize its long-term vision
• Continue to build out an operational and team infrastructure for a multi-year, national roll-out of expanding produce portfolio and ready-to-eat vegetables
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align strategies with Row 7’s overall business objectives
• Establish dynamic and obtainable key performance indicators integrated with Row 7’s priorities to elevate quality, customer service, and sustainability 
• Collaborate with leadership to build a sustainable cost structure
• Foster and maintain a culture consistent with Row 7’s mission and community values

Contract Growing

• Guide seed, produce, and ready-to-eat sourcing team members in cultivating and maintaining  long-term relationships with regional organic grower partners
• Direct  crop planning and grower contract negotiations to align initiatives with Row 7’s supply chain needs 
• Develop metrics incentivizing seed quality and addressing crop loss 

Quality & Sustainability Systems 

• Implement quality and food safety systems across the supply chain
• Steward the development of product specifications for unique plant varietals
• Design and administer organic and sustainability standards for Row 7’s agricultural model 

Logistics & Information Technology

• Identify necessary resources and infrastructure for the regional model across the Row 7 supply chain
• Apply regional logistics and distribution processes, ensuring timely product delivery while maintaining quality  
• Shape inventory management strategies to mitigate service and inventory risk exposure, including identifying outlets for excess inventory
• Identify and implement IT infrastructure supporting  achieving quality, service, and cost goals

Customer Service

• Manage sales operations, ensuring excellence in direct collaboration with retail buyers and inventory managers
• Establish order management and invoicing processes to support rapid acceleration with established retail partners
• Co-create the Row 7 produce offerings, ensuring alignment with Row 7 produce standards and a profitable business model 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• 12+ years of produce operations experience, with a strong preference for experience designing and scaling organic agriculture and systems
• End-to-end supply chain packer-shipper expertise
• Team development and leadership experience in a high-growth organization, including management of cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated expertise in supply chain best practices, including procurement, logistics, distribution, and inventory management
• Strong relationship management and negotiation skills, with experience in growing contracts
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills 
• Customer operations and produce selling experience
• Fluency with cost modeling and budget management
• Experience in packaged food goods, produce, seed systems, and/or plant breeding preferred 

REPORTING TO

Chief Operating Officer

DETAILS

• The target pay range for this role is from $180,000 to $200,000 / per year
• Benefits include:Generous Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, Volunteer Time Off, and Floating Holiday ProgramsUp to 75% funded Health, Dental, and Vision InsuranceHealth Flexible Spending Account (FSA)401(k) eligible after three months of employmentFlexible Educational Reimbursement ProgramEmployee Discount on Row 7 Seed Products

You'll drive Row 7's financial strategy—turning complex agricultural economics and CPG dynamics into actionable insights that scale our seed-to-table vision. You'll own everything from crop yield forecasting to retail margin analysis while building financial systems that support both our farming partners and grocery expansion. This role is perfect for someone with deep CPG or agricultural finance expertise who craves something more meaningful—a place where your P&Ls directly impact how food is grown, sold, and savored.

REPORTS TO 

Row 7 Chief Operating Officer

LOCATION 

• This position follows a remote or distributed work model within the United States
• Travel within the United States (15%). 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Strategy, Planning, and Analysis Leadership

• Lead Financial Planning: Spearhead financial planning initiatives as a Row 7 Executive Leadership Team member, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
• Develop Robust Financial Models: Maintain comprehensive financial model that includes historical vs. actuals analysis, cash flow planning, and long-range plan to support strategic decision-making
• Oversee Revenue Performance Analysis: Coordinate the analysis of revenue performance across all revenue streams, conducting margin analyses by business channel, customer, and SKU
• Innovation P&Ls and Forecasts: Develop and manage P&Ls and forecasts for critical innovation projects, building unit economics for the innovation pipeline
• Investor Engagement: Provide strategic support for investor financial modeling and reporting, ensuring clear and accurate communication of financial insights

Financial Tracking and Reporting

• Optimize Business Performance: Lead the team in optimizing revenue, cost, and margin through strategic insights and action-oriented analysis.
• Monitor and Report Variances: Track actual cost development against budgets, provide early warnings on deviations, and implement corrective actions, including detailed monthly variance analysis
• Financial Results Representation: Present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results, offering analysis and insights to management, ownership, and other stakeholders

Financial Operations

• Ensure Accurate AP Recording: Manage accounts payable team to ensure precise recording of AP batches, approval and verification of invoice payments, and appropriate account charging
• Oversight of Tax and Audit Functions: Collaborate with tax accountants and auditors for year-end information, ensuring compliance with GAAP and relevant financial and tax reporting laws
• Strengthen Internal Controls: Uphold and be accountable for internal controls, ensure all business licenses, certificates, insurance polices, and audits are current, and compliant with legal requirements 
• Continuous Process Improvement: Develop policies and procedures to enhance finance and accounting processes, particularly as we scale CPG operations
• Leadership and Mentorship: Lead, teach, and mentor Row 7 team members in accounting and finance processes, fostering a culture of financial literacy and operational excellence

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL

• Be a team leader and collaborator who is motivated to work up and down the organization, develop and value relationships internally and externally, and focus on results that provide insights to support decision-making for all aspects of the company
• Consider themselves an organization builder with a high degree of learning and development acumen 
• Be eager to work the spreadsheets
• Have experience with Agricultural ERP system implementation, developing standards, audit, pricing, cost accounting, and tracking budget vs. actual results
• Demonstrate strong financial skills and expertise in analyzing financial information and developing reports and budgets

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• 8+ years of financial planning and analysis or corporate finance experience within the CPG or organic agriculture space
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field; MBA preferred
• Strong analytical skills and experience with financial analysis, modeling, and forecasting
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and work effectively with team leads, external partners, and team members
• Understanding of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Ability to organize work, plan, manage multiple projects, and effectively respond to changing priorities
• Exhibit honesty, integrity, and attention to detail in all aspects of the position.
• Proficient in Google and Microsoft systems and related accounting software programs related to the seed and produce industry

DETAILS

• CFO position is a full-time, exempt role
• The target pay range for this role is from $200,000 - $220,000 per year
• Benefits include:Generous Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, Volunteer Time Off, and Floating Holiday ProgramsUp to 75% funded Health, Dental, and Vision InsuranceHealth Flexible Spending Account (FSA)401(k) eligible after three months of employmentFlexible Educational Reimbursement ProgramEmployee Discount on Row 7 Seed Products

Row 7 is committed to centering equity and justice in our work and community. We encourage LGBTQIA+, BIPOC candidates and members of other historically marginalized groups to apply.

Salary

$200,000 - $220,000 per year

Become a Row 7 Culinary and Merchandising Team Member and let your expertise and dedication to deliciousness take center stage. As a member of our Team, you will have the opportunity to share Row 7’s unique chef-prepared vegetables with market shoppers. This is a chance to immerse yourself in the world of regional, organic produce and create distinctive tastes through in-market demonstrations. A culinary, hospitality, or organic agriculture background is preferred. Join Row 7 in revolutionizing a seed-to-retail supply chain–where innovation meets flavor. 

REPORTS TO: Regional Coordinator

LOCATIONS AND WORK SCHEDULE

• Ability to travel to store locations within assigned region
• Timeline - January 26 - June 1, 2026 
• Days and hours will vary week to week based on demonstration and merchandising needs
• Saturdays, Sundays in Store Demonstrations 
• Weekday Merchandising Visits, as assigned 
• 8-hour shifts (approximately) 

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Culinary Demonstrations

• Inspire and educate shoppers about the Row 7 brand, vegetable varieties, and tinned vegetable products sharing key culinary and flavor details
• Prepare, cook, and serve tastings of Row 7 tinned vegetables to shoppers, ensuring that the experience reflects Row 7's culinary excellence
• Engage with shoppers on how to prepare Row 7 ready-to-eat products at home and answer questions shoppers may have about Row 7 ready-to-eat products and produce 
• Set up inviting product demonstration displays, utilizing Row 7 resources and materials
• Adhere to culinary kit maintenance, inventory, and accountability protocols
• Develop an understanding of and ability to share the Row 7 Culinary Team Curriculum
• Ensure compliance with food safety best practices

Merchandising & Retail Partnerships

• Manage Row 7 brand materials (delivered to your home) and work with retail store teams to effectively merchandise products
• Conduct weekly visits to stores to foster relationships with retail store managers and teams
• Collaborate with retail partners to ensure demonstration spaces are supplied and replenished with Row 7 vegetables
• Report and participate in calls to share updates about stores throughout the season

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL 

• Be eager to take on a customer-facing role and share information with enthusiasm
• Have a year of culinary, front of house or agricultural experience–encouraged but not required
• Be comfortable with knives and culinary utensils, or willing to learn with additional instruction
• Be passionate about food and sustainability
• Be organized, punctual, and professional
• Be 18 years of age or older
• Can dependably travel to scheduled locations within assigned region

DETAILS

• This is a part-time, seasonal, non-exempt (hourly) position
• The target starting pay range for this role is $32 - $35 per hour, based on experience
• Expected Weekly Schedule: Saturdays, Sundays, and approximately two weekdays as needed
• Average Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Timeline: February - June, 2026
• Benefits including401(k) after three months of employment with Row 7 SeedsAccrued Paid Sick Time OffEmployee Discount on Row 7 Seed Products

Row 7 is committed to centering equity and justice in our work and community. We encourage LGBTQIA+, BIPOC candidates and members of other historically marginalized groups to apply.