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Description
~ Established in 1984, The Ginger People began its mission to produce the world's finest range of ginger products and ingredients. Why? Herbalists have used ginger for thousands of years to restore vital energy, stimulate circulation and relieve countless maladies including nausea, headaches and arthritis. ~
Modern science backs what the ancients have known for centuries: Ginger is one of nature's most powerful herbal remedies. Add in ginger's versatile flavor and culinary prowess, and it's clear why we're passionate about this venerable spice.
Today, The Ginger People remains a family-owned-and-operated business offering over 80 ginger ingredients and finished products.
Over the years, The Ginger People has deepened its commitment (and addiction) to ginger, its purity and its healthful properties. As North America's top-selling ginger brand, The Ginger People proudly manufactures and supplies all-natural and organic ginger products using only the most premium ginger sourced from the premier growing regions around the world.
Position Overview
Our Marina-based natural food company is seeking a food-centric person to develop and manage ginger ingredient sales to manufacturers (beverage, confectionery, bakery, condiments and snack foods), re-packers, food service, food distributors and other bulk food categories.
Qualifications
- This position requires innovation, product development, negotiation, management and organization.
- A tertiary degree is required in addition to experience in the food and beverage industry.
- Our company has been marketing ginger ingredients for over 30 years, so naturally an essential function of this position is maintaining and growing our current customer base in addition to developing new business.
- Travel is essential.