Grower Liaison Coordinator

Grower Liaison Coordinator, Sunshine Coast

• Drive sustainable farming across Australia, position is based in Palmwoods on the Sunshine Coast
• Build strong grower partnerships and networks
• Lead crop planning and supply chain innovation

About Us

Join our team at McCormick, a leading food manufacturing site known for our commitment to quality and safety.  We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work environment that values innovation and teamwork. Our success hinges on our people, who are our greatest asset.  We put our people first, people who take what they do seriously but not themselves and have been recognized as an Employer of Choice.  We are home to some of Australia's most iconic brands including Keens, Aeroplane Jelly and Gourmet Garden and we are proud to be The Future of Flavor

Benefits

• A supportive culture & work-life balance: enjoy a workplace that prioritizes your well-being, offering flexible schedules to ensure you can balance work and personal life seamlessly.
• Health & Wellness Initiatives: Access a variety of programs focused on your physical and mental well-being, including fitness challenges and wellness workshops.
• Community Engagement: Be part of a team that gives back Participate in regional and local charity events and make a positive impact in our community.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Benefit from generous paid parental leave and partner pay entitlements, along with a supportive program to help you transition back to work as a new parent.
• Employee Recognition: Celebrate your achievements with our comprehensive recognition and rewards program, highlighting your contributions and hard work.
• Engagement Activities: Enjoy regular fun-filled events like food trucks, coffee vans, and BBQs to foster camaraderie and team spirit.
• Flexible Novated Lease Options: Take advantage of novated lease programs with SG Fleet and Toyota for a convenient way to manage your vehicle expenses.

Position Overview

We're seeking a passionate and proactive Grower Liaison Coordinator to join our team on the beautiful Sunshine Coast. In this key role, you'll be part of the vital link between our network of herb and spice growers and our manufacturing operations, ensuring a reliable supply of high-quality, traceable, and sustainably sourced raw materials.

You'll work closely with horticultural growers across Australia to plan crops, manage relationships, oversee compliance, and support innovation projects that drive business growth and agricultural sustainability.

Ideal Candidate

You're someone who thrives in the field as much as in the office. You're passionate about sustainable agriculture, a natural relationship builder, and have a keen eye for quality and detail. You enjoy working with diverse communities and are committed to continuous improvement and supply chain integrity.

• Must have 3 years' experience in agriculture, agribusiness, or supply chain (preferably herbs, spices, or horticulture).
• Must have strong knowledge of crop production, post-harvest handling, and food safety systems.
• Have strong attention to detail and reporting skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Willingness to travel regularly to grower sites (local and interstate).

Desirable:

• Experience with smallholder farms or contract farming models.
• Familiarity with sustainability and ethical sourcing frameworks.
• Experience with herb and spice production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain trusted partnerships with growers locally and interstate.
• Onboard new growers and assist manage supplier agreements (pricing, volumes, specifications).
• Collaborate on crop planning and harvest schedules aligned with supply chain forecasts.
• Monitor crop progress and coordinate timely delivery of raw materials.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and ethical sourcing programs (e.g., HARPS, Freshcare, Sedex).
• Support growers in adopting sustainable and regenerative farming practices.
• Maintain accurate records and provide seasonal performance reports.
• Assist with field trials and innovation projects.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in sustainable food production and grower engagement, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications by close of business Friday, 19 September 2025.

Please note that due to our comprehensive recruitment process we will not be able to respond to individual enquiries regarding the status of your application.   Only qualified candidates that have been selected for interview will be contacted following interview.   Our recruitment process will commence from the date the position is advertised and may be filled prior to the closing date.  Thank you for your understanding and interest in this position.

McCormick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  If you are a qualified applicant, you will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Note: We will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies/third parties, and we will not be liable or responsible for any fees or costs associated with unsolicited CV's sent directly to line managers at McCormick.