Monroe Consulting Group is one of Southeast Asia's leading executive search firms, with established offices in Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia. We support multinational corporations, publicly listed companies, and high-growth regional enterprises in securing critical mid-to-senior level talent across key industries. Our reputation is built on discretion, professionalism, and a consistent track record of successful placements across emerging and developed markets in Asia. Learn more: https://www.monroeconsulting.com
We are currently supporting our client, a publicly listed and well-established diversified investment group headquartered in Laos. Founded in 2015 and listed on the Lao Securities Exchange, the company has over 500 professionals across Laos and regional offices. The group is led by an internationally educated founder with over 25 years of experience in global finance and investment. With strong governance, regional presence, and diversified revenue streams, the company is positioned as one of the most reputable and financially stable corporate groups in Laos.
We are seeking an experienced Agronomist Manager to lead and take full ownership of large-scale coffee plantation operations and processing activities in Laos. This role goes beyond technical advisory, it requires strategic leadership, operational execution, and accountability for yield, quality, sustainability, and long-term plantation development. The successful candidate will oversee cultivation strategy, processing standards, certification readiness, and team performance while driving operational excellence across multiple plantation sites.
Job Responsibilities
Develop and execute agronomy and processing strategies aligned with company growth objectives.
Set short-term and long-term targets for yield, quality, and sustainability performance.
Propose operational improvements, expansion plans, and capital investment strategies.
Manage budgets and allocate resources effectively to achieve performance targets.
Oversee all aspects of coffee cultivation including planting, soil nutrition, pest and disease management, irrigation, and harvesting.
Supervise wet and dry milling processes to ensure quality consistency.
Coordinate with internal teams and external processing facilities when required.
Lead, mentor, and develop agronomy and processing teams.
Establish performance standards and foster a results-driven culture.
Manage certification processes such as Organic, Rainforest Alliance, or Fair Trade (as required).
Collaborate with external consultants to support potential organic or regenerative farming transitions.
Ensure compliance with international sustainability and quality standards.
Maintain accurate cultivation and yield data using internal management systems.
Analyze performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Horticulture, or related field.
Extensive leadership experience in plantation management (prefer coffee).
Strong understanding of tropical agriculture, soil science, and plant nutrition.
Experience managing certification processes and sustainability standards is an advantage.
Proven ability to lead teams, allocate resources, and deliver measurable results.
Fluent in English
Open to candidates of all nationalities.
