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InPlanet

Location:
Brazil, São Paulo or surrounding regions

Category:
Research and Development

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Job Description:

We are searching for a seasoned, strategic, commercial, and hands-on COO to lead and shape our go-to-market strategy for novel mineral-based carbon removal products across agricultural and mining sectors and evolve our operational backbone. In this role, you’ll oversee our entire value chain - from mineral inputs and field operations to our internal science engine and technology roadmap. This is a senior role where bold strategy meets operational precision to drive transformational scale.

Job Responsibility:

Strategy, Innovation & Scaling Operations: Lead the design and execution of a world-class ERW deployment operation across Brazil
Translate InPlanet’s carbon and climate goals into clear operational strategies and regional delivery models
Drive continuous improvement through operational KPIs, systemisation, and performance data
Agricultural & Supply Chain Leadership: Build strategic partnerships with input suppliers, logistics providers, agricultural service firms, and regional stakeholders
Oversee the sourcing, logistics, and deployment of rock powder - from mine to farm
Ensure operational excellence and compliance with carbon standards, farmer requirements, and regulatory frameworks
Science-Driven Operations & Technology Alignment: Collaborate with Science, Carbon, and Technology teams to ensure smooth integration of R&D, field trials, and data flows
Support the legal team to uphold integrity in carbon reporting and environmental impact
Team & Culture Building: Lead, mentor, and grow high-performing operations teams across Brazil and globally
Champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, and impact-driven execution
Empower regional managers and technical leads to deliver quality projects at scale

Requirements:

10+ years of senior leadership in operations, supply chain, or agribusiness in Brazil and in high-growth or startup contexts
Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams and building scalable systems from the ground up
Strong communication and negotiation skills in Portuguese and English
Visionary but pragmatic - able to balance long-term strategy with daily urgency
A confident, emotionally intelligent leader who knows when to listen, act, and delegate
Comfortable navigating complexity, ambiguity, and rapid growth
Hands-on, humble, and willing to “get your boots dirty” when needed
Passion for sustainability, tropical agriculture, and climate innovation

Nice to have:

Experience in impact-driven sectors such as climate, carbon markets, or regenerative agriculture
Deep knowledge and network of Brazilian agriculture, logistics, or mining
Experience building strategic and commercial partnerships in Brazil, within agriculture
Experience with building and scaling tech for agriculture

What we offer:

Competitive Compensation
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Home Office Budget
Hybrid Remote: ideally around Sao Paulo
Personal development budget
Language Programme Monthly Allowance
40 days annual leave
The opportunity to be autonomous, make a huge difference and belong to a vision
Bi-annual offsites in Brazil
Laptop

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 09, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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