Manager, Hatchery and Turkey Sectors

The Canadian Poultry and Egg Processors Council (CPEPC) is the national trade organization representing commercial processors of poultry and egg products and hatchery businesses in Canada.  Now in our 60^th year of operation, CPEPC represents some of the largest agri-food corporations in Canada. Our member companies process over 90% of Canada's turkey, chicken, eggs and hatching eggs.  We are currently seeking a Manager, Hatchery and Turkey Sectors, a senior, permanent, full time position based in Ottawa, Ontario and reporting to the President.

Specific focuses include:

• Assume the role of primary contact for CPEPC’s Hatchery and Turkey sector member companies.  This role will entail being the key staff support for two of CPEPC’s six business sectors, (the others being Chicken, Egg Grading, Egg Processing and Poultry Further Processing).

• Gather and analyze market information and produce recommendations concerning supply and other issues for the Hatchery and Turkey sectors, for the membership and CPEPC’s President.

• Liaise with the Canadian Hatching Egg Producers (CHEP) and with Turkey Farmers of Canada (TFC).  These two national organizations represent Canadian broiler hatching egg farmers and turkey farmers who operate under a supply management system.

• Working in conjunction with CPEPC’s Technical Director, assume the role of CPEPC’s primary contact on hatchery and turkey related issues with government departments and agencies such as:  International Trade Canada, Agriculture & Agri-food Canada, Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Health Canada, etc.

• Monitor issues in the hatchery and turkey industry, both nationally and internationally, and provide advocacy to members and CPEPC’s President.

• Communicate with members and other staff and lead a process to build consensus positions from the sector members to be carried to the supply managed producer agencies, government departments, retail and food service organizations, etc.

• Work with the Sector Chairs to prepare materials and act as key staff resource for meetings of CPEPC’s Hatchery and Turkey Sectors.

• Participate in industry, government and stakeholder meetings on behalf of CPEPC and represent its members.

Qualifications:

This position requires strong written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to forge relationships with business leaders, build consensus and lead change.  The successful candidate must demonstrate both analytical and administrative skills including proficiency in MS Office computer applications. Post secondary educational background in Business or Agriculture or relevant experience, is required.  Experience in agriculture or the food industry, particularly in the poultry industry, is an asset. This position requires the ability to work independently and with a small staff, flexibility to work outside of regular office hours when required and involves some travel.  Fluency in English and French is an asset. 

Salary is commensurate with experience and the position includes a full benefits package.  Please send your CV along with any salary requirements to:

Mr. K. Robin Horel

President and CEO

Canadian Poultry and Egg Processors Council

400-1545 Carling Avenue

Ottawa, Ontario

K1Z 8P9

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