Chief of Staff

Description

Company Overview 

Little Leaf Farms is on a mission to transform the food system by growing better food in a better way. As the #1 indoor leafy greens producer in the USA, we utilize high-tech greenhouses and extensive automation to deliver lettuce year-round that tastes better, lasts longer, and is better for the environment. We are vertically integrated with a business model that includes designing, constructing, and operating greenhouses, while simultaneously executing a multi-channel commercial strategy and building a national CPG brand. 

Role Summary 

The Chief of Staff is a high-impact strategic partner to the Founder & CEO and Head of Strategy & Innovation, playing a central role in driving clarity, alignment, and execution across Little Leaf's executive agenda. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence company-wide priorities, lead cross-functional initiatives, support key corporate development and product innovation workstreams, and shape the operating rhythm of a fast-growing organization. 

An ideal candidate would be a strategic, analytical thinker who is enthusiastic about working across various functions and projects. This role provides direct exposure to senior leadership and is a launchpad for future leadership opportunities in strategy, operations, finance, or general management. 

Core Responsibilities 

Strategic Planning & Execution 

• Assist the CEO is setting goals and driving execution across the organization 
• Support the Head of Strategy & Innovation on key corporate development and product innovation initiatives (e.g. fundraising, product development pipeline, etc.) 
• Prepare executive briefs, scenario analysis, financial models, and talking points for key decisions, board meetings, and other external events 
• Craft SLT and company-wide communications as needed 
• Help identify and optimize existing processes throughout the organization 

Executive Operating Rhythm 

• Manage annual board calendar and own the preparation of materials for quarterly and ad-hoc board meetings 
• Plan, run, and continuously improve weekly SLT meetings 
• Design, plan, and help facilitate quarterly SLT offsites 
• Coordinate and track progress of quarterly strategic priorities 
• Work with Data & Technology team to maintain and improve operating dashboards 

Project Management Office (PMO) Leadership 

• Lead project management for CEO-prioritized initiatives 
• Govern the PMO processes to ensure timely delivery and completion of high-priority company initiatives 
• Act as project manager for critical projects where there is no clear owner 
• Work cross functionally to identify key project pain points and create solutions  

Requirements

Qualifications 

• 4-6+ years of experience in management consulting, private equity, or in a business strategy, operations, or commercial role at a high-growth company 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to synthesize complex information, identify insights, and develop actionable recommendations 
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust, influence, and foster alignment across diverse teams and senior leadership 
• Strong financial literacy and exceptional written / verbal communication skills 
• BA/BS required; MBA or relevant master’s degree is a plus 
• Demonstrated interest in Little Leaf’s business, industry, and mission is a plus  

Reports to: Head of Strategy & Innovation 

Supports: Founder & CEO, Head of Strategy & Innovation, and Senior Leadership Team (SLT)  

Location: Devens, MA (Hybrid: 4 days in-office, 1 remote)

Travel: 20-30%

Compensation & Benefits

· Competitive salary and equity based on experience and qualifications

· Comprehensive healthcare benefits

· Free lettuce!